This material became known not so long ago, but since its appearance it has become widespread. Roofs made of metal have proven to be reliable and practical.
Dignity
As a roofing material, this material has such features as affordable price, simple work technique, light weight. Metal tiles are available in several types and in order to choose a good coating, you need to know their differences.
Classification
Metal tiles may vary in performance.
1. Production material
Steel coating is in great demand today. Sheets have a galvanized covering and a protective cover. This increases their resilience to the environment. Lightweight and durable, but more expensive - aluminum tiles. It also has a protective coating for longer life, but is available in a limited range of colors. Copper sheets that adorn old buildings and architectural monuments are also used for this purpose. This material does not require a protective coating. Over time, a green patina will appear on the sheets, which will act as a protectivelayer.
2. Insole depth and geometry
Since the material differs in the depth of the waves and their structure, metal roofs always have their own unique pattern. According to these parameters, it is divided into types.
- Monterey, for example, is very popular with the population due to its resemblance to natural tiles. It differs from others in the roundness of the profile, it can be with symmetrical or asymmetrical steps.
- Cascade is recognized as the most economical material. This was influenced by the large installation width and the rectilinear shape of the product, which allows the use of sheets on complex roofs. Roofs from metal tiles of this type are obtained with clear and straight lines, the proportionality of the classical style is formed.
- Banga is a new type of metal tile. It is distinguished by a large wave height, which occurs due to a decrease in the installation width. This geometry creates a visual three-dimensional effect. This type is used on buildings where there is a small roof area.
- Andalusia is another novelty with a twist. The product is mounted on hidden fasteners, under which a very frequent crate is required. Country - roofs made of metal tiles of this type will look and have all the properties and qualities of a natural product.
3. Protective coating
Substances such as polyester, pural, plastisol act as a protective coating. All of them have excellent qualities in terms of resistance to precipitation, temperaturechanges are not influenced by the sun.
Cost
Agree, it's beautiful if the house is decorated with a metal roof. Its prices are low, on average starting at 269 rubles. It remains only to purchase the right amount of material - and you can get to work. Simplicity and ease of installation - such qualities have a roof made of metal. The work won't take long. The main thing is that the designed crate fits the shape of the product.
