Black Slate Stone Cladding Z Tiles Clad Panels Cement Backing

Black Slate Stone Cladding Z Tiles Clad Panels with Cement Backing offer the inherent beauty of natural stone combined with engineered precision, ideal for modern construction projects. Each panel features authentic black slate pieces, robustly mounted on a cement mortar base and reinforced with fiberglass mesh. This creates a durable system that installs significantly faster than traditional stone masonry.

The innovative Z-shaped interlocking design ensures seamless vertical joints, making panel connections virtually invisible on finished walls. This modular panel system dramatically reduces installation time for exterior facades, interior feature walls, and commercial spaces compared to conventional stone installation methods.

Each panel measures 550 x 200 mm with a natural thickness ranging from 30-50 mm at the stone face. The flat cement backing provides stable mounting, while hand-dressed vertical edges ensure clean alignment between panels.

Technical & Logistics Specifications

• Panel Dimensions: 550 x 200 mm
• Coverage per Panel: 0.11 m²
• Thickness: 30-50 mm nominal (3D profile at stone face)
• Weight per Panel: Approximately 7.1 kg
• Weight per Square Meter: 80 kg
• Material Composition: Natural black slate, cement mortar backing, fiberglass mesh reinforcement
• Packaging Specifications:
  • • 4 panels per carton
    • 0.44 m² per carton
    • 33 kg per carton
    • 48 cartons per pallet
    • 21.12 m² per pallet
• Container Loading (20′ FCL):
  • • 16 pallets per container
    • 337.92 m² total coverage
    • 27 tons gross weight
• Edge Treatment: Hand-cut and interlocking
• Backing Type: Flat cement backing, calibrated
• Finish: Natural riven split-face texture
• Water Absorption: Less than 0.4% (slate material)
• Compressive Strength: 450-850 kg/cm²
• Frost Resistance: Excellent for freeze-thaw cycles
• Lead Times: Standard production runs ship within 2-3 weeks for orders up to 500 m². Larger projects receive dedicated production scheduling with milestone deliveries aligned to construction phases.
• Minimum Order Quantities: Single pallet orders are available for sample installations. Full container loads qualify for optimized pricing for contractor stock programs.

Application Showcase

Black slate cladding panels are highly versatile and suitable for a wide array of building types and design contexts.

Commercial Applications:

• Architects frequently specify these panels for office building facades, hotel exterior walls, and retail storefronts, where both durability and visual impact are paramount.
• The material performs exceptionally well in high-traffic environments and withstands harsh weather conditions without compromising its aesthetic appeal.

Residential Applications:

• These panels are excellent for whole house cladding, creating striking feature walls in living spaces, elegant fireplace surrounds, and distinctive boundary walls.
• They also create dramatic accent walls in lobbies, restaurants, and various hospitality venues.
• Interior designers utilize black slate panels for bathroom feature walls and kitchen backsplashes, where moisture resistance is a key advantage.

Exterior Benefits:

• Exterior applications greatly benefit from slate’s natural weather resistance and low water absorption, effectively handling freeze-thaw cycles, UV exposure, and temperature extremes while maintaining structural integrity.
• Black slate cladding also adds thermal mass, which helps regulate building temperatures.
• Landscape architects specify these panels for retaining walls, garden features, and outdoor entertainment spaces, appreciating the material’s resistance to mold, mildew, and biological growth, along with its long-term color stability.

Packaging & Logistics

We prioritize secure and efficient delivery for all orders.

Standard Packaging:

• Each carton contains 4 panels, covering 0.44 m², with an approximate carton weight of 33 kg.
• Standard packaging uses high-strength corrugated boxes with protective corner guards and moisture-resistant wrapping.

Export Shipments:

• For export, plywood crate packaging provides maximum protection during sea freight.
• Crates feature polythene liners to shield panels from moisture and staining during transit.
• Each crate is clearly marked with handling instructions, including “Keep Dry,” “This Side Up,” and “Fragile” warnings.

Pallet & Container Configuration:

• A standard pallet holds 48 cartons, covering 21.12 m².
• A 20-foot container accommodates 16 pallets, providing a total coverage of 337.92 m² at a gross weight of 27 tons.
• Container loading includes airbags and wire reinforcement to prevent shifting during transport.
• Pallets utilize plastic or fumigated wood to meet ISPM15 international standards and avoid customs delays.
• Strategic placement of desiccants protects panels during shipment to humid regions.