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Roofing Tiles


Roofing tiles are the most cosy-looking tiles in our opinion and are often underestimated. Here we will give you some information on the tiles to assure you that they are worth considering.

There are two types of roofing tiles which are most commonly used – ceramic tiles and cement tiles. Ceramic tiles are made of fired clay.

Fired clay roofs have been used for centuries and are still used. They have proved to be very durable as well as good-looking – they can last for a hundred years if not more. Naturally every roof still needs proper maintenance to stay healthy and protective.

There are of course several other materials used as roof tiles – stone, even glass, wood etc.

Roof tiles are installed by attaching them to the roof with nails or screws whereas every next tile is covering a part of the previous one to prevent rainwater and snow from getting through the tiles.

One of the advantages of cement and clay roof tiles is fire-safety – the material is strong and durable enough to keep fire away as opposed to wooden roofs.

Roofing tiles come in a wide range of colours, styles and textures, however the most popular colour is still red.


User Comments:



Comment by: thomas huynh
2006-12-19 18:08
I would like to install a red roof tiles for a new temple in Pennsylvania(zip code 19050). Is this feasible? What is the best material for this roof?How much reinforce the roof beam i should consider? and how muchdoes it cost for mateiral and laborr for 1000 square feet?
Thanks
Thomas Huynh

Comment by: Paul Parnell
2007-01-31 19:56
I am LOOKING FOR A FEW THOUSAND MARLIE MONARCH SLATE GREY ROOF TILES, I BELIEVE THEY ARE NOW DISCONTINUED, DO YOU KNOW WHERE I CAN FIND A FEW THOUSAND. I WOULD BE VERY GREATFUL. PAUL

Comment by: don lopiccolo
2008-03-21 05:18
I AM LOOKING FOR ABOUT 17 SQ. OF 1 PC CLAY MISSION S TILE FROM MCA. GLAZED BLUE THANKS


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