Our Story
We build websites with precision.
Our mission
To give small businesses in the North West — and beyond — access to the same calibre of web technology that powers the world's biggest brands. Fast, secure, and beautiful websites shouldn't be reserved for companies with six-figure budgets.
The founder
From calibrating lasers to crafting code.
Hi, I'm Dan — the founder and lead developer at Slateweave.
By day, I'm an Alignment Engineer for large-scale scientific instruments — a role where a single micron of error can compromise an entire experiment. This world demands absolute precision, robust systems, and predictable outcomes.
I started Slateweave because I saw too many small businesses being sold websites built on shaky foundations — slow templates, vulnerable plugins, and platforms designed to keep you paying forever.
Slateweave is the antidote: bespoke digital assets engineered for peak performance, built to last, and fully owned by you.
95+
PageSpeed score on every build
<1s
Average page load time
2-4
Weeks from brief to launch
100%
Client satisfaction rate
Why Slateweave
What makes us different.
We're not another agency churning out WordPress sites. We take an engineering-led approach that delivers measurably faster, more secure, and more reliable websites.
Explore our servicesNo templates, no themes
Every site is designed and coded from scratch. You get something unique to your business, not a reskin of something we've sold to ten other clients.
Modern tech stack
We build with SvelteKit — a framework chosen by companies like Apple, Spotify, and The New York Times for its speed. Your small business gets enterprise-grade technology.
You own everything
Full source code ownership from day one. No lock-in, no proprietary systems, no monthly ransom to keep your site running. It's yours.
Built to last
No WordPress plugin updates breaking your site at 2am. Our static-first architecture means fewer moving parts, fewer things to go wrong, and less ongoing maintenance.
Our Principles
What guides every project.
Performance First
Every decision we make prioritises speed and efficiency. Your visitors shouldn't have to wait.
Security by Default
We eliminate vulnerabilities at the architectural level. No databases, no plugins, no weak points.
Client Empowerment
We give you the tools and knowledge to manage your content independently. Your site, your control.
Results Driven
A beautiful website means nothing if it doesn't convert. Every design choice serves a business goal.
Clean Code
Hand-crafted code with zero bloat. No page builders, no unnecessary dependencies, no technical debt.
Honest Partnership
Transparent pricing, plain-English communication, and no upselling. We succeed when you succeed.
"I treat every client's project as if it were my own business on the line. That means no shortcuts, no bloat, and no excuses — just honest work that speaks for itself."
Dan
Founder & Lead Developer
Ready for a website built with precision?
If our methodical, performance-first approach resonates with you, let's discuss how we can build something great together.
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