Newmont Quarry is the highest volume producer of Vermont Black slate, the most popular and sought-after roofing slates in the country. Vermont Black gained its popularity mainly by its natural texture, rich veins of color, and superior weathering  characteristics.

The GenuineVermont product line was developed to extend the uses and applications of Vermont Black beyond roofing alone.  The thickness, strength, and weathering characteristics of Vermont Black make the product ideal for landscaping and structural applications. 

Historically demand for Vermont Black roofing slate has outpaced supply, and therefore other applications have been ignored.  Newmont Quarry is in a unique position as a high-output quarrier of Vermont Black to utilize their state-of-the-art production processes and prodigious inventory of roofing slate by-products (odd sizes and thicknesses for roofing applications) to service this market.  No longer does the public have to purchase a slate roof to benefit from the rugged elegance and durability of Vermont Black slate.