Terracotta Concrete Roof Tiles

Concrete tiles have additional water locks or interlocking ribs on the edges that prevent water infiltration.

Terracotta concrete roof tiles.

Cedar shakes shingles. Vintage and new clay roof tile fittings 888 708 tile. Concrete clay roof tiles. Concrete is only one option for tile roofing but clay and terracotta tiles are also available.

Heavy weight terracotta is not a lightweight roofing material coming in at around 600 650 pounds per square. Terracotta and concrete tiles are non toxic which makes your whole family even your pets safe. Relatively short lifespan concrete roof tiles usually last 50 years which is longer than an asphalt roof but falls short of other options like a metal roof slate terracotta and even some types of wood shingles. Concrete tiles are made of mixture of sand cement and water which are molded under heat and high pressure.

Double eagle bel air. Both tiles are recommended in coastal areas because it can endure the wind and salty aquatic atmosphere. Non flammable both tiles are non combustible so you can have peace of mind knowing fire can be avoided. Terracotta has a lower embodied energy which means less energy is consumed in all processes involved in the manufacturing of a terracotta tiled roof.

Often caused by harmful uv radiation and a range of atmospheric pollutants to overcome such circumstances the surfaces require to be re painted every 5 7 years to maintain their original color and condition. The exposed surface of a tile may be finished with a paint like material. Concrete tiles come in three main appearances. Sea green flat black.

Terracotta maintains a consistent temperature in your home keeping your home cooler in summer and warmer in winter lowering your energy bills. Clay is a more versatile material with different additives and terracotta is a specific type of clay in a limited range of colors. While concrete roof tiles are on average approximately 25 30 cheaper then terracotta tiles and are available greater scope of colors and design a major detracting feature of the tiles includes their susceptibility to dramatic color loss and saturation. Roof tiles boral roofing is a supplier of ceramic terracotta and concrete roof tiles.

Of the three terracotta is the most fragile and most expensive starting at about 20 a square foot. Our concrete roof tile portfolio includes beautiful high and medium barrel tile as well as a gorgeous assortment of flat profiles in rich colors and contrasting textures that will complement any residential or commercial architecture. Bcq flat with terra cotta blended into sequence.