Composite tiles. Composite tiles: getting acquainted with innovative roofing material Characteristics and types

In the modern roofing market, metal tiles have taken root quite firmly. However, foreign manufacturers, struggling with the shortcomings of this material, began to look for new solutions and technical ways in this area. As a result of this "struggle", a composite tile was created, and immediately positive characteristics composite roofing has made itself known. The material of this article is devoted to its properties.

Composite coating is produced by many Asian and European manufacturers. It is relatively expensive.

But still it was able to take root in regions with a developed economy due to the fact that it combined the positive properties of metal, bituminous, ceramic and polymer sand tiles.

Along with the combination of many positive properties of the mentioned roofings, their main disadvantages were eliminated.

Composite tile (metal tile with stone dressing) is a multi-layer steel roofing sheet coated on both sides with an aluzinc alloy. as a decorative and protective coating a crumb of natural stone protrudes, covered with a layer of matte glaze on top (Footnote 1).

The form of production of this roofing material is small profiled sheets with a length of 1.4 m, a thickness of 0.4 m. If we compare aluminum zinc with a conventional zinc-based coating, then the first one has a high resistance to corrosion.

In addition, the durability of the material is given by an acrylic primer and basalt granulate, applied sequentially on aluzinc. The acrylic layer protects the base of the coating from ultraviolet radiation.

The granulate has a high wear resistance and gives the roofing its color. An acrylic glaze is applied to the top layer of the material, which protects the base from exposure external environment.

Due to its structure, the composite coating is resistant to temperature changes, so consumers can use it on construction sites with different climatic conditions.

Thanks to the uniqueness of the profiles of this piece of composite material, an imitation of a ceramic tile coating is created. This makes composite roofing an ideal option for roofing buildings that belong to historical monuments and giving roofs a new and unique look.

Installation of composite material

The installation of composite roofing is very similar to conventional metal roofing. Depending on the profile used, it is recommended to carry out installation on roofs with a slope angle of 12-15 degrees.

The surface of the composite material has a roughness. This prevents mass snow from the coating and makes it possible to use the material on roofs that are rarely serviced.

The small size of roofing sheets leads to a reduction in installation costs and the possibility of use on roofs with complex architectural forms.

A crate is arranged under the sheets with a step of 370 mm. The need for a base device in the form of a plywood substrate is eliminated. The composite material is attached to the crate with anodized nails.

Thanks to the locks that it has, the possibility of moisture getting under the coating is excluded. As a result, when laying the coating, it is possible to exclude the waterproofing layer, although on mansard roofs this is not recommended.

Installation work with composite tiles can be carried out both at negative (-10) and high (+30) temperatures.

When laying the coating, there is no need to strengthen the roof structure and, accordingly, the foundation of the house, because the load of the material per 1 sq. m is only 6.5 kg.

Advice. The service life of this coating is quite long, so do not use ordinary self-tapping screws for mounting, so that during operation it is the fasteners that do not speed up the process of replacing or repairing the roof. Note that, compared to metal tiles, the composite coating is attached to the ends of the material, and not on top.

Important benefits

Composite roofing has become one of the high-quality and reliable coatings due to a huge set of advantageous indicators:

the quality of the steel base provides strength and lightness to the entire coating, which allows you to create an economic one at the base;
high anti-corrosion and mechanical properties;
excellent water resistance;

acoustic properties are close to those of natural tiles;
resistance and durability in various climatic zones;
eliminates the need for delicate care;
a wide variety of colors;
high fire-resistant properties;

cost reduction in the repair and arrangement of the roof due to the ease of installation;
can be used on roofs with a roof slope of 12 degrees;
coverage guarantee 30-50 years;
the lightness of the material greatly simplifies transportation and installation;
under the influence of temperature regimes do not change linear dimensions metal profile;

the combination of fastening to the end gives the roof structure strength and resistance to wind loads;
the flexibility of the material makes it possible to make changes to the bends of the roof;
light weight expands the field of architectural solutions;
suitable as a new coating, and for the reconstruction of roofs;
due to the basalt coating, rain noise is reduced;
resistance to scratches and mechanical damage;

permissible slope angle when laying - 90 degrees;
fastening features and the shape of the sheets exclude the ingress of moisture in the places of overlap;
waste-free installation;
elegant look of the coating;
complete safety;
resistance to UV radiation.

Advice. In case of damage to the top layer during transportation, it is recommended to use paints and granules for composite materials.

Below is a table from a major roofing manufacturer (Footnote 2) on the benefits of composite shingles

Composite tile Grand Line	has a unique look such a roof is resistant to mechanical stress, simple and easy to install used for the installation of new and reconstruction of old roofing during the period of use no additional costly maintenance is required
Composite tiles brand Decra	resistance to sudden temperature changes, frost resistance; high mechanical strength; original design.
Composite tile Luxard	which combines the beauty of natural stone, durability, strength, noiselessness, roofing material of this brand is ideal for houses in a classic or medieval style.
Composite tile of the Belgian manufacturer Metrotile	roofing has a presentable appearance, has excellent soundproofing characteristics, is light in weight and high fire safety.

Technology guarantees

Why is composite roofing superior to other tiled roofing? The answer is simple - aluminum-zinc coating.

As we said at the beginning of the article - steel sheet coated with a special alloy on both sides. So, it provides the roofing material with a service life approximately 10 times higher than a zinc-coated roof.

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The technology of applying aluminum zinc to a metal surface has been used in industry since 1972. Thanks to the optimal combination of aluminium, silicon and zinc, a durable roof covering has been created.

Aluminum gives the steel base resistance to corrosion processes. Zinc protects the cut edge and gives resistance against mechanical influences. The silicon in the alloy ensures that the coating has excellent formability and adhesion between the protective alloy and the steel.

Thanks to the addition of stone chips (basalt), the material is guaranteed to be protected from fire as a result of sparks from the chimney or a nearby building. In the event of a strong fire, the collapse of the sheets is not dangerous due to the low weight of the sheets.

With a lot of positive features and technological guarantees, composite roofing is a reliable new generation roofing. In addition, the quality and appearance contribute to bringing it into the category of elite roofing coatings.

Various models of composite coating profiles make it possible to use it both in commercial and administrative buildings, and in suburban elite construction.

Information sources

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For the first time, composite tiles were used as a roof about fifty years ago, and this happened in New Zealand. Over time, the characteristics of the material have improved, and it has become one of the most popular roof coverings. About what a composite tile is, what are its pros and cons, what is the price per 1 m2 - we will talk about all this and more in this article.

Concept and features

Composite tiles are commonly referred to as a material consisting of several layers. The middle is a sheet of steel (usually 0.4 to 0.6 mm thick), bent in the form of a profile. From above it is covered with several protective and decorative layers.

Due to its structure, this type of roof has great strength and long term service (manufacturers guarantee at least 30 years, in fact, tiles can easily withstand half a century or more). beautiful surface coatings well copies natural materials (clay tiles, shingles and others), but its cost is much lower. In addition, thanks to the layer of stone chips, such roofs do an excellent job of protecting against noise.

Yes, and fastening a new material, which is light, is quite convenient - it is easier than a natural roof. The overlap joints are tight and no further leaks are observed.

Read about the types of composite tiles below.

The specialist in the video below will tell you about why a roof made of composite tiles is so good:

Varieties

Different manufacturers produce different profiles of composite tiles.

The most popular is the profile that allows you to imitate ceramic tiles of various configurations (from Mediterranean to standard classical).
There are also sheets of roofing designed to copy shingles from wood, straw, wooden planks, slate.
Also, composite tiles can differ in color (color), which can be either monophonic or two-color. There are various shades of material - each brand has its own.

Composition, dimensions, structure and properties

If you touch on the composition, then after the central steel profile (which is stamped on the machine), there is an aluminum-zinc coating on each side of the sheet, designed to protect the metal from corrosion. This coating consists of aluminum, zinc and a small amount of silicon. It is applied galvanically.

All other layers are obtained using special automated production lines. This is an acrylic primer and an acrylic coat, still applied on both sides of the sheet. But stone chips (from basalt, jade, granite,) and an outer layer of acrylic glaze are applied only to the outside.

Aluzinc, as already mentioned, gives protection against corrosion. It does this ten times better than galvanizing.
Acrylic based primer provides good adhesion, acrylic glaze protects the coating from ultraviolet radiation and gives additional strength to the sheets.
And stone chips not only additionally helps to cope with ultraviolet radiation, but also perfectly suppresses noise.

Composite sheets are flexible, beautiful, light and durable. Thanks to the layer of acrylic glaze, the crumbs do not crumble from them. The roof is wind-resistant, not dangerous in terms of avalanches (because it has a rough surface). And variety color shades allows you to realize any ideas.

Production and application

In industrial production, using, as a rule, automated lines. Profiles are stamped on special stamping equipment, aluzinc is applied in special galvanic baths. Or buy ready-made steel sheets (coils of steel) coated with aluzinc.

Concerning of this type roofs, today it is mainly private housing construction. The material can be used in both simple pitched and complex hip roofs. The slope must be at least twelve degrees. Also, the material is suitable for the restoration of ancient buildings.

About which composite tiles received customer reviews, we will describe below.

This video will tell about the color palette typical for most brands of composite tiles:

Any owner always strives to ensure that his house is both comfortable for living and attractive in appearance. And both of these factors are directly dependent on the quality of the roof, so the choice of roofing is always given special attention. It is necessary to try to stop at an option that would combine high reliability, elegant appearance (preferably “with a twist” that distinguishes it from a monotonous background), the duration of the roof, guaranteed by the manufacturer and proven by the practice of using the material, and, finally, a relatively affordable price.

The task, as you can see, is not an easy one, but with a modern assortment of roofing, it is still solvable. So, from the relative novelties of the Russian market building materials We advise you to take a closer look at composite tiles.

The combination of "classic" appearance with the versatility and durability of modern construction materials, combined with convenient system installation (much simpler than that of a piece tile), gradually brings this type of roofing to the "top" of popularity. Interestingly, some potential homeowners do not yet even know for sure about the presence of such materials, or have insufficient information about them. First of all, this publication is dedicated to this category of users - composite tiles pros and cons, an overview of the most popular brands and advice on choosing.

Roofs have been covered with clay tiles since time immemorial. Agree that of all the variety of coatings, such a roof looks the most advantageous. But such a tile is a very heavy material, that is, it requires a reinforced crate of the truss system. In addition, laying piece natural tiles is a very difficult task for independent execution, and very expensive if you invite specialists for this purpose. And the high-quality ceramic tiles themselves belong to the category expensive coatings, so that in the end a very “round” sum accumulates.

What is the way out in order to give the roof an attractive look, and to minimize the mass of the roof, and, if possible, simplify installation work? Several solutions are offered, including a metal imitation of tiles, which, by the way, is very popular.

However, one cannot but admit that the metal with the given profile of the tile and the applied paintwork- nevertheless, it does not look so advantageous, and is closer in its characteristics to corrugated board. In addition, such a roof gradually loses its freshness of colors, fading in the sun, during rain or hail turns into a kind of “drum”, the noise from which penetrates to residential premises.

And now, a significant step forward was the development of composite tiles, which combine the strength and plasticity of metal with the durability and natural beauty of natural mineral materials.

You can list about a dozen companies involved in the production of such roofing materials (of course, if we are talking about "cool" manufacturers, which are a kind of standard of product quality). Each of them, of course, applies its own technological secrets, but in in general terms The structure of a composite tile can be represented as shown in the diagram:

At the heart of any composite tile is always a steel sheet (item 1). It is due to the plasticity and rigidity of the metal that the coating is given the very geometric shapes that allow it to successfully compete externally with natural tiles.

Sheet thickness can be from 0.4 mm (for relatively inexpensive coating models) and up to 0.9 mm (for high-strength material). Leading manufacturers use steel from the best metallurgical companies, with precisely aged chemical composition metal and the "geometry" of the sheet - its thickness over the entire area should not deviate from the standard by more than 0.05 mm.

The steel sheet without fail has a double-sided protective anti-corrosion coating (item 2). The durability of the roof itself, of course, directly depends on its quality, so close attention is always paid to this issue.

- Leading manufacturers "do not indulge" in simple galvanization - its corrosion resistance indicators in this case are clearly insufficient. And if only the abbreviation HDG (Hot Dip Galvanized) appears in the documents for the material, then this does not at all indicate the high quality of the material that will be used as a roof.

- Most often, an aluminum-zinc alloy is used for such a protective coating. Aluminum has always been famous for its anti-corrosion properties, and zinc, in addition, creates additional galvanic protection, which is especially important for metal cuts. But even here some variations are possible. So, there is a coating with a predominance of zinc (usually denoted by ZA). However, more "advanced" and reliable is the so-called aluzinc (Aluzinc®) - a patented alloy consisting of 55% aluminum, 43% zinc, and the remaining share falls on silicon, which acts as a catalyst.

It is aluzinc that is the most common anti-corrosion coating for steel sheets used for the manufacture of composite tiles. Certainly than this layer is thinner, there more reliable protection and more durable product. And for different manufacturers, this parameter can vary - from 120 to 190 g / m², and some, especially protected roof models have an Aluzinc® coating, reaching even up to 275 g / m² (for example, in model range composite tiles brand "Decra").

“But the most resistant to any, even the most aggressive environment, is the patented Magnelis® coating. It is a zinc-based alloy with only 3.5% aluminum and 3% magnesium. The application of the Magnelis® layer is carried out on technological lines hot-dip galvanizing, on which metal sheets are completely immersed in the melt. The coating resulting from such processing has no equal among its "brothers" - it surpasses them in durability many times over, and is able to compete almost on an equal footing with non-standing stainless steel.

The illustration above shows for clarity the result of a comparative experiment - four samples of sheet steel with different coatings(all coatings were 20 µm thick) were placed in the same aggressive salt medium. Result shown:

a– result obtained after just six weeks on a standard hot-dip galvanized (HDG) sample.

b– zinc-aluminum coating ZA – the sample lasted almost 7 months (28 weeks).

in- Aluzinc® coating - red rust spots began to appear by the end of the 8th month of testing - after 34 weeks.

G– patented Magnelis® coating – by the end of the same 34 weeks, the sample does not show any signs of corrosion at all.

So, it is obvious that the protective layer Magnelis® can be considered the best. Such products are, of course, more expensive, but the guarantees of quality and durability are more serious. Composite tiles with a similar anti-corrosion coating of the metal base are produced by one of the leaders in this segment of the roofing materials market - the Belgian company Metrotile.

Let's move on. The anti-corrosion layer based on a metal alloy mentioned above is only the first line of defense. A metal sheet with an already extruded profile of the future composite tile, it must be coated on both sides with a special acrylic primer (pos. 3), about 5 microns thick.

On the back side of the sheet, this SPT coating becomes another additional barrier against negative impact external environment and, to a certain extent, from mechanical damage (scratching) of the aluminum-zinc layer.

On the front side of the sheet, such an acrylic layer, in addition, becomes a means of increasing the adhesion of the metal base with the decorative coating of the future roof. This prevents possible delamination, damage, cracking, etc.

The next layer (pos. 4) deserves special attention. This is an acrylic composition that sets the base color of the tiles, provides protection from exposure ultraviolet rays, becomes a reliable basis for holding the mineral powder coating on the surface of the tile.

Previously, materials like modified bitumen were often used as such a coating (as is done on flexible tiles). But practice has shown that performance acrylic composition on a metal base - disproportionately higher. By the way, if there is a certain clarity with all other layers of the “pie” of composite tiles, and manufacturers use similar materials, then this acrylic “substrate” is usually the technological secret of the company - its role in the durability and decorative appeal of the roofing is so important.

A special naturalness, a kind of “chic” to the composite tile is given by a granular mineral coating (pos. 5), glued into the acrylic “substrate” layer. Most often, basalt chips are used in this role, although options are also possible - jade, granite, jasper, and other crushed rocks, characterized by high strength and original appearance.

A similar dressing is also possible from coarse-grained quartz sand, sometimes with textured granular inclusions, but such sand coatings are still inherent to a greater extent in not the highest quality models of composite tiles. By the way, the quality of the topping is one of the determining parameters for choosing a roofing material.

So, thanks to such a mineral coating, the composite tile becomes practically indistinguishable externally from the natural one - the roof of the house takes on a “rich” look. And another significant benefit of such a coating is the soundproofing effect. Surprisingly, but true - even thin layer stone chips can very effectively dampen the characteristic noise of rain or hail, which is inherent in metal surfaces (corrugated board or ordinary metal tiles).

Finally, the topmost layer in the construction of a composite tile is a transparent acrylic glaze (item 6). It is not afraid of temperature changes, aggressive chemical attack, it will reliably protect the mineral decorative layer from water penetration, from washing out or weathering. In addition, such a coating has self-cleaning properties during rain - water flows wash off accumulated dust or dirt from the roof surface, and the roof should always have a clean, well-groomed appearance.

Video: Production and structural structure of composite tiles "Metortile"

Composite tiles are usually produced in relatively small sheets: up to 1.5 meters in length and 350 - 400 mm in width - thus, the area of \u200b\u200bone unit of roofing is about half square meter. True, there are exceptions here too - models that allow you to cover a significant area at once, which is very convenient on roofs with large even slopes.

What are the performance features of this roofing material?

The specificity of the structure of high-quality composite tiles predetermines the variety of its obvious advantages and some disadvantages.

What points are attributed to the merits of the material?

The beauty of the resulting roof. This is perhaps one of the main reasons that encourage consumers to purchase such roofing material. In principle, it is difficult to compare with tiles in terms of external attractiveness to any other coating, and in the case of a composite one, the developer is offered a lot of options to choose from: from the classics, transferring to the era of antiquity or to early middle ages, to modern minimalist styles.

In a word, in terms of the decorativeness of the resulting roof, tiled coatings (including composite ones) usually have few competitors.

Beauty is beauty, but you can also choose natural tiles according to this criterion ... And here one of the most important advantages of such a composite coating is manifested - it is almost six times lighter than classic ceramic tiles. And this immediately entails a lot of other advantages - it becomes easier construction rafter system and lathing under the roof, there is no unnecessary load on the walls and foundation of the building, the issues of transportation, loading and unloading of material are greatly simplified - and other aspects of such a plan.

Another important difference from natural tiles is very convenient size for installation. Agree that laying a piece coating is much more difficult and longer than sheets, each of which immediately covers about 0.5 square meters.

At the same time, the size of the sheet cannot be called too large. But this is also important - the supply of material to the top is greatly simplified, work with it on steep slopes, cutting operations are minimized, and the minimum amount of material goes to waste.

High-quality composite tiles are famous for their reliability. The metal has excellent protection against corrosion, and the decorative "finish" of the roof is completely covered with an acrylic transparent layer, which is not afraid of aggressive chemical attack and mechanical damage. It is not for nothing that the leading manufacturers are not afraid to provide their products with a guarantee of impeccable service of 30-50 years.

Sophisticated protection against ultraviolet exposure will preserve the brightness of the decorative colors of the roofing - it will not fade and will not lose its "freshness", as is often the case with roofs made of ordinary corrugated board, roofing steel or metal tiles.

At the heart of composite tiles is still a steel sheet, which has high resistance to mechanical stress. Videos and pictures of comparative “crash tests” of piece tiles (ceramic or polymer-sand) and composite tiles “walk” on the Internet. The laid out fragments of the roof are simply “shot” with stones, and the results of such a test are clearly not in favor of piece materials.

With a strong impact, a dent, a deep scratch, a violation of the integrity of the decorative topping may appear on the composite tile, but there will be no through hole from such an impact. Such defects, of course, are unpleasant in themselves, but in any case, the roof will not leak because of this.

It is clear that flying stones rarely hit the roof (although there are enough people with mental anomalies everywhere ...) But a serious threat can be, for example, a large hail or the fall of broken branches of large trees. For composite tiles, this is not particularly dangerous.

Since we are talking about the merits of the metal base of the composite tile, it is impossible not to mention its plasticity. This can be important when installing roofing on roofs of complex configuration, for example, those with smooth wave or arcuate transitions.

With relevant experience roofing works, it is possible to block such areas without additional cutting of the material and without complicating the truss structure. Look at the illustrations above - doesn't it look very original? And at the same time, the roof is absolutely reliable, since solid sheets of composite tiles are used in difficult areas, that is, there are no unnecessary joints of the material.

This material, not only weighs a little, but also very compact- usually deliver everything required amount composite tiles (with all the required profile additional elements) for the installation of the roof of a fairly large mansion can be done with one "walker" in a small truck.
Unlike conventional metal sheet roofing materials, composite shingles is not a "noisy" coating. The multi-layer structure, coupled with the mineral coating, contributes to the fact that such a roof is very effective at damping noise from heavy rain or hail.

In contrast to both purely metal roofing and ceramic tiles, the considered composite roofing has low thermal conductivity, that is, it behaves very well in different temperature conditions- both in the cold and in the intense summer heat. It does not heat up unnecessarily in the sun, does not accumulate either excess heat or cold, that is, its presence does not affect the decrease in the comfort of the microclimate in the attic.
Composite tiles - safe with fire fighting points of view. Moreover, some manufacturers of such high-quality roofing material directly position it as a fire-resistant coating.

Even when heated to high temperatures, the materials used in the manufacture of such tiles will not spread fire and will not emit toxic combustion products that are dangerous to human health. This advantage will be even more pronounced if high-quality thermal insulation mats (plates) based on absolutely non-combustible and heat-resistant basalt wool are used to insulate the roof (attic).

material perfectly "clean" in terms of ecology- it does not pose any danger either to those living in the house or to environment. Moreover, this quality does not depend on the conditions and duration of operation of such a roof.
One more advantage can be added. If you look at the slopes of roofs covered with composite tiles, you will find that many of them do not have snow barriers.

The thing is that there is practically no need for such devices. "Crossed" surface tiled roof, coupled with its roughness, do not allow snow deposits during heavy snowfall or thawing during a thaw to "blow" down on their own, tearing off the gutters of the drain or creating a danger to people. The snow will gradually settle until it is completely melted.

Manufacturers of composite tiles provide for its completion with the necessary fittings, strips and profiles, ridge and valley parts, special fasteners and much more - everything that is required for the installation of a high-quality and harmoniously looking roofing on a roof of any degree of complexity.

What do you need to know about disadvantages?

Speaking essentially, such a roofing has one serious drawback, and that is very conditional. It's about about the price of composite tiles, which, alas, cannot be called public yet.

And even among various manufacturers of this material, there are very significant differences in the cost of production, with seemingly equal or similar parameters. The reason for this phenomenon is known - consumers often have to pay extra "for the brand", that is, for the brand, which in itself often plays the role of a guarantee of quality and durability.

The disadvantages sometimes include the likelihood of the appearance of colonies of moss or lichen on the roof of composite tiles. It is not clear, however, what caused these concerns - despite the roughness of the surface, the acrylic outer coating should not leave a chance for any type of vegetation.

By the way, if you look at the illustrations for the search query “moss on a tiled roof”, then a lot of pictures will be displayed where such vegetation is affected by roofs made of natural ceramic tiles, and also (which is very interesting) - soft polymer-bitumen. But an example with a composite one - something didn’t meet ...

In any case, moss or lichen on the roof is a common problem with most roofing, but it is probably the last thing to attribute to composite shingles.

Who knows, maybe the user who left such a comment once purchased a composite tile of not the highest quality, with a “weak” or even missing external protective acrylic coating. Then, of course, nothing will prevent dirt from accumulating on a rough surface on the roof - and this is already a nutrient medium for the development of moss spores.

By the way, although composite tiles are considered to be self-cleaning with rainwater flows, you should not let this matter “run by chance”. A good owner will check the condition of the roof at least twice a year and, if necessary, clean it. Moreover, when the surface conditions are not running, for such cleaning, just a good pressure of water from a hose is enough.

Another disadvantage is sometimes called fading and shedding of the mineral decorative layer. It seems that you don’t want to, but still you have to repeat it - the reason for such a “shortage” can only be the acquisition of some low-grade or counterfeit products, perhaps because of too “attractive” prices.

Since we are talking about a real, high-quality composite tile, then such a “minus” as loss of color or crumbling of the coating does not threaten it in any way. On the contrary, manufacturers give factory warranties for decades of "flawless" operation, but in reality they can be even longer.

A very conditional disadvantage is the relative complexity of the installation of composite tiles. Yes, it’s better, of course, to invite a specialist with a good reputation - the material itself is expensive, and it will be very disappointing to accidentally spoil it wrong actions. However, “it’s not the gods who burn the pots”, and if there is an indestructible craving for independent creativity, then why not try ... Especially since manufacturing companies usually accompany their products very detailed instructions, printed and video, for the installation of roofing.

Video: Instructions for the correct installation of composite tiles "Decra"

In order not to waste your money, you need to have an idea about some of the features of choosing a composite tile.

First of all, it must be remembered that this product came to the Russian market not so long ago, but a certain circle of manufacturing companies that can be trusted has already been formed. The range of branded collections presented is quite wide, and there is probably no point in purchasing goods produced by an unknown company, even if the cost of the products seems very attractive.

You can list the list of manufacturers who have gained a high reputation for the quality of their materials:

- "Metrotile" is a Belgian company with a very rich history production of roofing materials. In every sphere of production, there are probably manufacturing companies that are considered to be a kind of “trendsetters”. In the field of composite tile production, this is, without a doubt, Metrotile. The quality of metal coatings has already been mentioned above, and besides, this company has the widest selection of collections - for every “taste and color”.

Video: Some of the most popular collections of Metrotile composite tiles among buyers

— « DECRA"- a brand of a European company with Danish "roots" ICOPAL, whose composite tiles are invariably in the top of popularity. Only the factory warranty is 30 years - and in practice, such a roof lasts 50 years or more. It is characteristic that such roofings are ideal for the harsh northern climate, that is, for the conditions of Russia - this is an excellent option. The comparatively low price of this composite tile attracts with unconditionally high quality.

- "Gerard" is a brand of composite shingles from the New Zealand company AHI Roofing. This coating is available in five collections, belongs to the category of "elite", which, in principle, affects the rather high price.

- "luxury"- and under this, it would seem, a foreign name, products are hidden Russian manufacturer- known to all builders of the company "TechnoNIKOL". Two types of profiles, six color shades.

— « Grand Line»- another Russian brand produced on production lines equipped with advanced European equipment. Three series of composite tile profiles are produced, which, in turn, can still differ in the type and, accordingly, the quality of the external coating, which also affects the wide range of prices.

— "Roser"- composite tile from South Korea. A very good material, all the more so - it has passed practical tests in the conditions of a very humid and warm subtropical climate of the Korean Peninsula. The manufacturer's assortment includes four series, and one of them, "Roserbond", is made in the original high-tech style.

— "Feroof"- it is too South Korea, but already an elite material, produced by the most, perhaps, well-deserved manufacturer, the only one in this field of activity that has the highest world quality certificate. Completely original designs and materials used. Seven collections available in twelve single colors or six bi-colours.

— "Tilcor" is another company whose history begins in New Zealand. Very high quality composite tiles, including those designed for operation in areas with high seismic activity, which makes it very popular in the markets of the Asia-Pacific region. In Russian stores, two popular collections “Bond” and “Shingle” are most often found, and in total there are seven different series in the assortment.

There are products from other manufacturers - quite decent quality, but requiring special attention when choosing.

When choosing a composite tile, you should immediately familiarize yourself with its accompanying documents, which confirm the originality of the batch and the provision of a factory guarantee for it. If the seller in the store cannot provide papers and begins to "get confused in the testimony" - you should not leave your money here, as there is a high probability of fake products (believe me, there are a lot of them in this area of the roofing materials market).
A clear sign of low-grade products is the use of colored sand as a mineral dressing. By the way, in the documents for composite tiles, the mineral must be indicated - the material from which such dressing is made.

The dressing itself should be uniform, without "bald spots" or "bumps" - these are also signs of a fake. As mentioned above, all manufacturers who respect themselves and their consumers must cover the mineral topping with a layer of transparent acrylic glaze on top - then there will be no shedding or fading.

Must be checked back side tile sheet. Sometimes a “surprise” awaits the buyer here in the form of a lack of protective acrylic primer - this is an obvious marriage. The layer of aluminum-zinc coating should be even, cover the entire surface of the metal, and not have scratches.

And finally, the purchase of such roofing material should be made exclusively in specialized stores. At the same time, store employees are required to make notes in the documentation about the date of sale of a batch of composite tiles in order for the manufacturer's warranty obligations to come into legal force.

At the end of the publication - another video dedicated to this original roofing- composite tiles.

Video: Advantages of composite tiles (on the example of the brand "Gerard")

Composite tiles - modern material combining noble appearance and advantages of the majority of roofing materials. UNIKMA can offer you composite tiles various forms profile in wide color scheme, Belgian or Russian production.

To select a quality material, it is necessary to pay attention to the guarantee for the roofing material, the thickness of the steel - these characteristics determine the service life of the main coating; a variety of branded components that allow you to give a finished look to your future roof.

By purchasing composite tiles from UNIKMA, you get not only roofing material, but also professional advice on its features, technical support engineers and the opportunity to purchase necessary accessories for the roofing system in one place.

We invite you to visit the specialized sales offices of UNIKMA: where the open-air demonstration parks are located.

We also posted ready-made roof layouts with the most common nodes. On the layout, you can see the use of components and get an idea of the quality installation of composite tiles.
Our salespeople will answer your questions, help you choose the material, calculate the roofing material with the necessary components.

On our website you can choose a builder for the installation of composite tiles.

We offer you several options for selecting a builder:
Contact the builder from the list of builders on your own.
Send an application to builders and receive offers from several builders (no more than 3).

Our service for the selection of builders has been operating for more than 10 years.
All this time, our goal has been and remains the desire to help our customers buy good material and mount it correctly on your home.
The quality of the work of the builders that you will find on our website, we check on real objects and at least once a year.
If we identify poor-quality work, we seek to correct the shortcomings.
In case of serious errors, we hide information about the builder from the site.

Do you have any questions?
Write to us and we will help you find a builder.

In order to quickly and conveniently receive your order, we suggest you use the UNIKMA delivery service!

We have our own fleet of vehicles, and this allows us to ensure the delivery of materials on time. And if all our cars are already rushing to customers, then our partners will definitely come to the rescue, and you will receive your order on time!

With us, you can not worry about your materials - drivers are responsible for the order from the moment it is loaded into the car and until delivery at the facility.

And you can also pay for the order on the spot if the payment amount is less than 100 thousand rubles.

For more information about prices, conditions and methods of delivery, see the special section of the site.

You can get a calculation of roofing material and components for your roof from us. We carry out the calculation of roofs of varying degrees of complexity according to the ones you have: a house project, a roof plan or a drawing with dimensions.
It is important to understand that in any case, the builder who will install your roof will be able to perform the most correct calculation for you. If you do not have a builder, we will do the calculation ourselves.

Attention! Our specialists cannot know which installation technology your builder will use. Therefore, the result of the calculation must be checked by your builder before ordering materials and components.
To order a calculation, send us a roof plan by mail.