Synthetic (fibre cement) roof tiles vs clay tiles

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I have used the Sandtoft interlocking 20/20 clay tiles in black. The colour black is painted on, but they assure us of longevity. The tile is nice but has a thickness and a curvature, and does not look as flat as slate. I attach a photo. And a link https://www.wienerberger.co.uk/product-range/roof/2020-antique-slate.html

I was now looking at those synthetic roof tiles, they look just like slate, thin, even with the texture of slate.

Has anyone got experience on either, to help me choose?
 

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We've used both many times.
They have their own look.
Cement fibre slates are just that .
We have never had a problem with the 20 20s
But have stripped cement fibre slates off after just a few years .

Why not take a look at natural slate ?
 
The tile is nice but has a thickness and a curvature, and does not look as flat as slate
Flatness in roof tiles is more of a physical problem than an aesthetic positive. Tiles are curved for a reason.
 
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