Oxford Metal Roofing Shingles

If you want the timeless beauty of a slate roof without the weight, cost, and upkeep of natural stone, Oxford metal roofing shingles give you the look you want and the performance your home needs. Classic Metal Roofs installs Oxford shingles for homeowners across Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island who want a roof built to last a lifetime. This page explains what Oxford shingles are, the colors and finishes available, the benefits that set them apart from asphalt, and the technical specifications that make them a smart long-term investment.

Oxford Shingles Overview

Oxford shingles bring together the proven strength of metal roofing and the refined appearance of traditional slate. Here is a closer look at the product, the colors and finishes you can choose from, and why it outperforms conventional roofing.

What are Oxford Shingles?

Oxford shingles are interlocking aluminum roofing panels engineered to capture the classic look of traditional slate while delivering the performance of modern metal roofing. Classic Metal Roofs provides homeowners with beautiful, durable aluminum shingles that look like natural slate, but the resemblance is where the similarity ends. These Oxford slate shingles reflect the architectural character of New England, and with a range of colors and slate rock styles, they suit traditional and contemporary homes throughout the region.

Each panel is press-formed from heavy-gauge aluminum and locks into the panels around it, creating a continuous, weather-tight surface with no exposed fasteners. Unlike conventional asphalt roofing, which relies on granule-coated mats that wear, streak, and need replacement every couple of decades, Oxford shingles will not rust, crack, rot, chip, or curl. The aluminum construction keeps the roof low-weight and low-maintenance, and the interlocking system stands up to wind, rain, and heavy snow. Where natural slate adds significant structural load and asphalt trades durability for a low upfront price, Oxford shingles give you the appearance of slate, the longevity of metal, and a roofing system designed to be the last roof your home will need.

Oxford Shingle Colors

Oxford shingles combine the proven design and integrity of a metal roofing system with the colors and texture of fine slate roofing. The Slate Rock Oxford series uses a specialized multi-toned finish to produce a gradient gray with the refined beauty and realistic coloring of natural stone, giving your roof a high-definition slate look that flat, single-tone products cannot match.

Beyond the slate-inspired tones, Oxford shingles are available in a wide range of colors to complement your home. You can choose from Classic Black to Classic White, with warm neutrals and rich, saturated shades in between. Color is more than a finishing touch. The right shade works with your siding, trim, and landscaping to strengthen curb appeal, and it can either reinforce a home’s historic character or give it a cleaner, more contemporary edge. A darker roof anchors a traditional Colonial or Cape, while lighter, cooler tones suit coastal and modern designs. Because every color carries the same durable, fade-resistant finish, you can select the look you love without compromising long-term performance. The team at Classic Metal Roofs can help you compare swatches against your home so the final choice fits both your style and your neighborhood. Browse all of the available metal roofing styles to see how Oxford fits alongside the full product line.

Oxford Anodized Aluminum Shingles

The exclusive anodized aluminum Oxford shingle offers all the benefits of the standard Oxford slate shingle with even more durability and a sleek, modern design. It is available in six metallic anodized colors, and with a special order you can create dozens of different hues to match a specific architectural vision.

Anodizing is what sets this option apart. Rather than coating the surface, the anodizing process thickens the aluminum’s natural oxide layer, building protection directly into the metal itself. That integral layer resists corrosion, salt air, and surface wear in a way that a surface coating alone cannot, which makes anodized Oxford shingles especially well suited to coastal New England, where wind-driven moisture and salt are a constant. The result is a finish that holds its color and depth for decades.

Anodized aluminum is also lightweight and structurally sound, so it delivers long-term durability without adding strain to your roof deck. It reflects solar heat rather than absorbing it, which supports energy efficiency and helps keep cooling costs down through the summer. It performs reliably across the full range of New England weather, from freeze-thaw cycles and heavy snow to humidity and high heat. Compared with traditional roofing materials that fade, streak, or degrade over time, anodized Oxford shingles stay true to their finish, making them a premium choice for homeowners who want both a distinctive look and lasting performance.

Benefits of Oxford Shingles

These copy-cat slate shingles are specifically designed to have the sleek look of slate roofing with all the incredible benefits of metal roofing. Slate shingles are the perfect option for someone who wants to maintain their home’s style while reaping benefits from metal roofing such as lasting a lifetime. Your investment in a Classic Metal Roof will be the only roof you ever need. More of the incredible benefits include:

Durable

stands up to our New England climate and remains fade resistant

Strong

4-way interlocking panels for wind resistance and protection

Beautiful

the colors and textures of fine slate roofing without the disadvantages

Manages Snow

sheds snow and ice with metal retention systems available

Green

solar-ready and made from 99% recycled aluminum

Built and Installed to Last

American-made with unmatched warranties

Product Specifications

Oxford shingles are engineered to exact specifications. Use the details below to compare Oxford metal shingles against asphalt, slate, and other roofing options as you make your decision.

Material

Oxford shingles are made from 3105-H25 aluminum sheet, with roofing panels measuring .024 inches thick and matching accessories at .019 or .024 inches. The aluminum carries a minimum tensile strength of 26,000 psi and a minimum yield strength of 22,000 psi, and it is sourced with a very high recycled content. Aluminum is the reason these shingles will not rust, even in coastal and high-humidity environments, and it gives the roof a rare combination of strength, corrosion resistance, and long service life. Each 12-inch by 60-inch panel interlocks on all four sides to form a continuous, durable surface.

Weight

Oxford shingles weigh roughly 40 pounds per roofing square, the equivalent of 100 square feet of coverage. That is a fraction of the weight of natural slate and well below many steel roofing systems. The low weight reduces structural strain on your home and, in many cases, allows installation directly over an existing roof, which can simplify the project and lower disposal costs. Despite the light weight, the interlocking aluminum system loses nothing in strength or durability.

Finish

Each Oxford shingle receives a baked-on protective primer followed by a high-performance Kynar 500 or Hylar 5000 PVDF resin-based topcoat, recognized as a leading finish for exterior building materials. The finish resists fading and chalking, and it includes a reflective pigment that improves energy efficiency by directing solar heat away from your home. The backs of the panels are sealed with a protective clear coat. For projects that call for a custom color, a ThermoBond powder coat system is available to add an extra layer of style and protection.

Fire Resistance

Aluminum is noncombustible, so an Oxford roof will not ignite or feed a fire from sparks or embers, an important advantage over wood shake and a meaningful one against asphalt. Installed as a complete system, metal roofing contributes to a highly fire-resistant roof assembly, which supports homeowner safety and may be viewed favorably by insurers. Your Classic Metal Roofs representative can confirm the fire-rated assembly details that apply to your specific home.

Minimum Roof Pitch

Oxford shingles are designed for roofs with a minimum slope of 3:12, meaning the roof rises 3 inches for every 12 inches of horizontal run. Roof pitch matters because adequate slope lets water and snow shed quickly, which protects against leaks, prolongs the life of the roof, and keeps the installation within warranty guidelines. If you are unsure of your roof’s pitch, the team at Classic Metal Roofs can assess it during a free consultation and confirm that Oxford shingles are the right fit.

Why Choose Us?

When you choose Classic Metal Roofs for your metal roof, you will experience expert knowledge, quality services, and reliable results. In addition to standing seam roofing, we also offer the following products and services:

5.0

They are able to deal with complex roofing projects. Excellent team on the ground: professional, clean, polite, on time.

Alain R. - Laconia, NH
5.0

Our builder, who has built houses for 30+ years, was blown away at the work they did. So were we!

Carl B.- So. Glastonbury, CT
5.0

My metal roof solved all my ice dam problems and all my leaks. I have never been happier with a home repair project than this.

Jon V. -Hubbardston, MA
5.0

They represent a quality product I found through research that totally encapsulates your home’s roof. Professional, courteous crew.

James F. -Wakefield, RI

Get Your Free Oxford Shingles Estimate Today!

Upgrading to an Oxford metal roof is one of the smartest long-term investments you can make in your home, and the first step is simple. Classic Metal Roofs offers homeowners across Massachusetts, Connecticut, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island a free, no-pressure estimate for Oxford shingles. A specialist will review your roof, walk you through colors and finishes, and answer your questions so you can decide with confidence. Call 866-660-6668, request your free consultation, or contact Classic Metal Roofs online to get started.

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