Ceramic Roofing Tiles
Clay roof tiles also known as Ceramic Roofing tiles. These tiles are said to be durable and environmental friendly over the other types of tiles. They are said to be suitable for hostile weather conditions. Since these are not traditional clay tiles, the water absorption is less with great insulation capability. The ceramic tile roofing gives the topmost architectural expression. They are a great choice for showers, walls and backsplashes.
Installation of Ceramic Tiles for Roofing
The Initial step to installation is the selection. Multiple factors are to be considered during the selection process. Firstly grade of the tiles has to be checked. Then color of these ceramic tiles has to be selected. Check for the apt color which will go well along with the building. Next, these tiles are quite expensive when compared to the other solutions. So a fair estimate should be drawn before you can start with the project.
Usually the asphalt tiles or steel sheets do not add much of load to the building structure. But the ceramic tiles can add an additional weight to the building. If you are planning to install these tiles over a building which previously did not have clay roofs, then you probably have to inspect if the building can bear the extra load.
Calculate your roof size. Then calculate the price of the selected ceramic tiles. Then comes the labor cost. Once these are clear, then your overall estimate is ready. Compare your budget and the estimate.
Consider the weather before you start with the roofing work. Though you are not going to totally rip off your roof during the rains, the ceramic tiles needs time to dry after laying it (be it any type of roof). So a proper planning has to be done to complete the project in a proper and efficient manner.
Styles of Ceramic Tiles
Ceramic tiles provide an absolute versatility, design, durability and strength. These tiles are not just durable but also add beauty to the building. They protect the home or office structure from extreme weather conditions. No matter what design or shape you choose, your roof will have an aesthetic look for generations together.
Ceramic tiles provide an absolute versatility, design, durability and strength. These tiles are not just durable but also add beauty to the building. They protect the home or office structure from extreme weather conditions. No matter what design or shape you choose, your roof will have an aesthetic look for generations together.
The ceramic tiles have great ability to form great patterns with different shapes, colors and the tile arrangements. The traditional shape is rectangular tiles with distinctive curves in between. But the difference comes in the size. Common Sizes like 300*400mm, 280* 280mm, 200*200 mm are available at the SRS colour roofing.
The ceramic tiles have great ability to form great patterns with different shapes, colors and the tile arrangements. The traditional shape is rectangular tiles with distinctive curves in between. But the difference comes in the size. Common Sizes like 300*400mm, 280* 280mm, 200*200 mm are available at the SRS colour roofing.
Why Ceramic tile Roofing over Traditional Roofing tiles?
- What do you opt for? Attractive and distinctive look or dull look? If your answer is Attractive and distinctive look, you should opt for the ceramic roofing tiles.
- Since the base component of these ceramic tiles is white clay, they are heat resistant, fire and weather resistant, long lasting and provide maximum reflectivity. Whereas the traditional tiles fail in withstanding the changing weather conditions.
- Traditional tiles need greater maintenance as they are prone to algae formation and high water absorption. But ceramic tile roofing requires Low maintenance as they do not absorb water and does not accumulate dust.
- Ceramic tiles have three color layers that ensure the colors are locked and prevents from fading, while the color in the traditional roofing tiles fade away in a span of 2-5 years.
- Traditional clay tiles come only in Red color whereas the SRS colour roofing ceramic tiles comes over in a wide range of colors.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Ceramic Roofing Tiles
Any material used will have two sides, advantages and disadvantages. While we have seen a lot about Ceramic tiles and its reasons why they have an upper hand over other material, let’s highlight them and also see a few disadvantages
Advantages:
- First and foremost is the aesthetic look that the ceramic tiles give for the building
- Secondly, the eco friendly material that is used for manufacturing the tiles and their firm stand for any extreme weather conditions
- Requires minimum maintenance and lasts longer
- They are pest resistance and impervious to insect damage
- Ceramic tiles don’t corrode or disfigure. They lock the color preventing them from fading.
- Since they do not use any chemicals for manufacturing the tiles, they are entirely recyclable.
- Ceramic tiles help to conserve energy by keeping the home cooler during the summers.
Disadvantages:
- Ceramic tiles are heavy when compared to the other tiles. Proper structural reinforcement has to be done when ceramic tiles are considered as option for roofing.
- Ceramic tiles can be expensive. They can cost two times more than the normal asphalt shingles.
- Additional attention is required for installation. If they are not properly aligned and installed they may cause breakages and leaks. But a good roofing company with 40 years of expertise like the SRS colour roofing, can help you out with easy installation.
Advantages and Disadvantages of Ceramic Roofing Tiles
Any material used will have two sides, advantages and disadvantages. While we have seen a lot about Ceramic tiles and its reasons why they have an upper hand over other material, let’s highlight them and also see a few disadvantages
Advantages:
- First and foremost is the aesthetic look that the ceramic tiles give for the building
- Secondly, the eco friendly material that is used for manufacturing the tiles and their firm stand for any extreme weather conditions
- Requires minimum maintenance and lasts longer
- They are pest resistance and impervious to insect damage
- Ceramic tiles don’t corrode or disfigure. They lock the color preventing them from fading.
- Since they do not use any chemicals for manufacturing the tiles, they are entirely recyclable.
- Ceramic tiles help to conserve energy by keeping the home cooler during the summers.
Disadvantages:
- Ceramic tiles are heavy when compared to the other tiles. Proper structural reinforcement has to be done when ceramic tiles are considered as option for roofing.
- Ceramic tiles can be expensive. They can cost two times more than the normal asphalt shingles.
- Additional attention is required for installation. If they are not properly aligned and installed they may cause breakages and leaks. But a good roofing company with 40 years of expertise like the SRS colour roofing, can help you out with easy installation.