The importance of the roof to the house is self-evident. The roof not only protects the house but also provides a cozy home for everyone. So how do you choose the roof tiles? What kind of roof tiles do you prefer?
Terracotta tiles
Terracotta tile is a roofing material with a long history in China. It is made by using clay and other composites to make wet embryos, which are then fired at high temperatures after drying. There have been records of the use of clay tiles as early as the Western Zhou Dynasty. After the Tang Dynasty, a glaze layer was added to the foundation of the clay tiles, which made the colors of the tiles richer and more colorful and was deeply loved by the upper class.
Asphalt shingle
Asphalt shingle is the most common roofing material, suitable for a variety of architectural styles. They can be used for 15 to 30 years, and the price per square meter ranges from $50 to $150. Asphalt shingles are inexpensive, easy to install and have a relatively short service life.
Slate roof tiles
Slate is a natural stone with a unique and beautiful appearance. Slate provides some special color changes that only time and nature can create. In addition, slate is a fire-resistant roofing material that is durable. It may be one of the most classic roofing materials in existence.
The disadvantage of slate is that it is very heavy. It is also very expensive to install and handle, which makes installation and maintenance costs a potential problem.
Synthetic resin tiles
Synthetic resin tile is a new type of building material. It is developed by using high-tech chemical and chemical technology. It has many excellent properties. Its weight is relatively light, the tile body is strong, and it has good waterproof and moisture-proof. Anti-corrosion, flame-retardant, sound insulation, and heat insulation, because it is synthesized from resin, the surface of the tile body is smooth and will not easily absorb dust. It is now an environmentally friendly roofing building material that is pushed by the country.