How to choose tiles for the roof | roof?

Choosing tiles for roofing - it is always time-consuming process.Should take into account all peculiarities of the region, weather conditions and quality of the tiles for roofing.
At the forums you can always find the answer to virtually any issue, but as the saying goes: How many people - many opinions. Sometimes, you must have basic knowledge in this area, so that, on the basis of reading, to make the right choice.
In this article we will try to give answers to frequently asked questions.

• What shingles choose?
• What produce metal roofing (in fact a qualitative basis - the guarantee of durability)
• Comparison coatings metal (beauty or durability? price or availability?)
• kind of roof would be better for you - will help you make choices based on the climatic characteristics of the region, temperature and rainfall winter and summer.
• Production metal roofing - learn about the importance of quality equipment and materials.
• How much do roof ? - a comparative analysis of prices. Buying tiles, remember that sometimes roofing materials make up 50% of the total price.

professional advice on the choice of roofing materials, you can get a specialists DIY centre . To accurately calculate the costs for materials and installation of the roof must FREE order service travel our specialist on the subject. Either come to our office with the finished project. Also in our "showroom, you can view and choose any type of tile.

What tile to choose?

Any house can be considered reliable only if there is soundly roof . That it protects the residential and office buildings from the weather, but because what is important is roof will be over your head . Products roofing offer a variety of types of tile , each of which has its own characteristic differences. Let's talk about the most famous and popular on the market of building materials roof types.
It is widely distributed type of roof Ondulin. This material is a corrugated bitumen sheets , reminiscent of the familiar domestic Slate , but unlike the latter, Ondulin contains no harmful asbestos. Roofing Ondulin, alias evroshifer, produced from organic fibers and impregnated with bitumen at high pressure and temperature. Through this process it is particularly easy, has a low hygroscopicity and high flexibility. However, the drawback to this type of roof is its flammability.
Tile, decorating the various buildings in turn has a sub. Plastic tiles favorably with ceramic tile and cement-sand tiles , has some significant advantages. First, during transportation, unloading/loading is not beating and not break. Secondly, it is substantially lighter and more durable, light weight reduces the load on the supporting structures. tile has excellent qualities, such as frost resistance, water resistance and excellent appearance. But a solid cost tile , the complexity of the installing tile and the high cost of works on laying tile increases the cost of the entire building.
soft tile , to which the shingles , has its own peculiarities. It is a glass fiber, impregnated with bitumen. On a soft tile applied rock dust, which is attached to any color. Color shingles gives the building an aesthetic appearance. By benefits of soft roofing can be attributed to the inability to corrosion and decay, and the shortcomings - lack of integrity. In certain circumstances, such as substandard work done by laying tiles and complex transitions on the roof, soft tile can not give enough protection from natural rainfall and moisture can pass.

Consider the most popular roofing material - metal
Compared with other types of roofing, metal has some significant advantages recognized experts and notable those far from the building. Metal are made from high quality galvanized steel, which initially covered by a special layer, which prevents zinc from oxidation. After this treatment on the outside of the roof is applied primer and color coated. Polymer coating protects the roofing material from natural influences, but also gives a respectable appearance. On the inner side of steel, as the protective coating. Thus, metal gets the unique properties that allow withstand extremes of temperature (from -50 to +120 degrees) and highhumidity. Compared with other types of roofing

metal more affordable, despite the fact that its protective properties at a high level. metal , in contrast to Ondulin and soft roof, has good fire-and corrosion-resistant properties, and thus serve for the benefit your home or a dozen years. In addition to these benefits metal has other positive characteristics, including contemporary appearance, suitable absolutely any style direction of the building. Colours metal up to 30 shades of different colors, unlike Ondulin, which are produced only 4 colors. metal , today, one of the most lightweight, strong, and durable roofing , corresponding to all notions of reliable roof over his head.

What produces metal roofing?

For anybody is no longer a secret that the metal has an impeccable appearance, good performance, best value, compared to other materials, and long operating life (up to 50 years). However, to possess all these qualities metal should be the basis of high-quality steel. To produce metal most commonly used steel production in Finland, China, Germany, Great Britain, Ukraine and Russia.
Frequently Imported metal, such as China, did not meet our quality requirements and is not responsible climatic conditions, thus can not properly vzaschischat buildings from bad weather.
metal from Sweden are widely offered in Ukpainy and has good properties. However, the quality of steel by some manufacturers to be desired. Finnish metal is considered the best quality in the world. This is understandable: the Finns had long mastered the production of metal on serious hardware and a high quality metal. But with all the pros Finnish metal , there is one significant minus - it is a huge price. That is why consumers are looking for a more favorable ratio of price and quality, and turn their attention to domestic producers.
Recently, the domestic steel produced in Ukraine and Russia, is highly regarded on a par with the steel of the Finnish and English production. It is a reliable and strong rental that meets the most stringent requirements and standards. Buy cheaper metal roofing , which is made of steel low quality - obviously burdened with additional costs, which will certainly appear in the operation of the roof. metal , in the production of which was broken manufacturing process and used questionable metal will deform and "happy" users of polymer peeling and loss of performance properties.
Choosing metal roofing for your roof, it is best to choose to brand manufacturers, which produce metal roofing of the metal from reputable manufacturers. metal Import production tends to be only two - four sizes, and this greatly complicates installation of metal and increases costs, because remains a large number of edge parts.

Comparison of metal coatings.

Metal is a molded sheet of galvanized steel with different polymer coating. The coatings are different characteristics and durability. Consider a few basic types of polymer coatings used in the manufacture of metal .
Metal Polyester PE (Prelaq Polyester). It features excellent ductility, and is resistant to corrosion and fading, creating a spectacular glossy finish. Relatively cost-efficient coverage at a cheap price.Mostly used in regions where there are no significant loads on the roof (mechanical cleaning of snow, high humidity).
metal roofing , covered by such a polymer is dispersed and does not create glare.
Metal Pura - a new generation of polymer is a polyester with the addition of Acrylic. Creates a silky, slightly matt surface. It differs from other coatings resistant to mechanical damage, corrosion and fading. Especially plastic coating, even at low temperatures. Ideal for application in regions where large diurnal temperature changes, as well as the necessary mechanical cleaning snow from the roof.
Metal Plastisol PVC (Prelaq Plastisol P200) - The thickest coating, which is a mixture of polyvinyl chloride and plasticizers. This item covering with embossing can give relief appearance (under the skin or a dashed notch), thanks to this, the effect of sunlight completely excluded. For anti-corrosion properties and resistance to mechanical damage this material very strong and durable, but resistance to fading is weaker than other types of polymer coatings at elevated air temperatures (60 degrees).

Brief Har ka coating of metal:

kind of roof would be better for you?

Literate builders and visionary owners pick roof , based on the climatic characteristics of the region, which are roofing work. After all, on how he will behave in a roofing in weather conditions and how the correct choice was made, the security of the building. So, before you opt for any form of roofing , should be thoroughly acquainted with the peculiarities of weather and characteristics of climate impacts on roof in your area.
Under the climatic features of the region, which is accounted for in the design and manufacture any kind roof , mean rainfall in winter and summer, temperature (day/night, winter/summer), the maximum allowable temperature in the region. For example, in the southern regions, summer temperatures can reach +40 in the shade, and the roof of the house can be heated up to +50 +60 degrees, and the night cooled to +20. In regions such popular soft, shingles , mounting which can be carried out only at above-zero weather. soft tile in Ukraine is also not uncommon, though still more popular metal . Kiev is one of the first Ukrainian cities where this type of roof has won a leading position. It is no accident. If we consider the peculiarities of the Kiev region, it becomes obvious that a better roof than metal not found. Kiev is located in the temperate zones, with changes in temperature during the day/night can reach 20 degrees, and drops the summer/winter and does can reach 50-60 degrees. In summer the temperature does not often reach the mark of 30 and above, and in winter can drop to -30. metal , which were very effective in areas with extreme weather conditions in Kiev served well, showing their best qualities.
metal in Kyiv is well tolerated extremes of temperature, in contrast to Ondulin, which is not going to benefit large above-zero temperature, it can deform. It should be noted that metal can survive in a range from -50 to +120 degrees, and it does not lose its protective properties and does not deform.
Global climate change endows with a special surprise for residents of the capital in the form of a large amount of snow. For metal one-time loss of large amounts of rain - no problem. Add to this that metal absolutely does not support combustion and is a fireproof material, resistant to ultraviolet rays of the sun and non-susceptible to corrosion - and opt for metal in Kyiv will become obvious.
Of course, every type of roofing, whether soft tile or ceramic tile , has its own characteristics, which manifest themselves at high and low temperatures. But in practice, many have been able to verify that a profitable and reliable roofing for the Kiev region is metal.
repeat that roof should be chosen on the basis of climate specific region. Only then it will be the most consistent weather conditions and reliably zaschat building from rain. If you choose metal for Kiev and binges are nothing to worry about the weather, and the modern requirements of the beautiful roof will be met.

producing metal .

metal - the leader among the roofing , proposed today in a large assortment of various foreign and domestic producers.Unfortunately, the market of construction materials can be found shingles of questionable quality. Good-quality metal - this is, firstly, different materials and modern equipment, and secondly, significant experience and specialist knowledge to produce roofs. It should remove at least one of these conditions, and the metal will no longer meet all the requirements of today for quality roofing.
For the production of quality metal require high-tech equipment. With the help of improvised means make it impossible, because the production process itself is complicated enough. We briefly describe the stages of production metal , to make it easier you can make an idea of what develops quality and excellent characteristics of this type of roof. metal is made in almost all countries of the world and the technology of its production is practically the same everywhere. Initially, steel sheet is galvanized, ie it is covered with a thin layer of zinc on both sides. Then the surface is carefully processed to a solution of primers, which creates a layer for fixing the polymer coating. In the final stage of production on a piece of applied polymer coating.Coverage varies: polyester mat polyester, PRELAC new, plastisol. Then the molding directly to form a sheet in the form of shingles. One of the main features of the production is the quality of the application of the initial layer of zinc coating, if the process will be carried out with the slightest violations, it will lead to the fact that the cover will fall unevenly, the paint layer, respectively, will not be perfect, and ultimately, metal some time to divide and lose color.
One of the first more than forty years ago to produce the roofing material began Finns, they have a place leader in the manufacture of equipment for the manufacture of metal . Finnish equipment for the production of metal is considered to be the best. metal , created by Finnish equipment is one of the highest quality and most reliable - She does not know what corrosion, separation, and color fading.

How much do the roof?

One of the most pressing issues of interest to all buyers and customers, the cost of the roofing material . Namely: how much it costs per square meter tiles? , however, give a definite answer about the price is not so simplebecause in the calculation of cost includes not only price roofing material but also a variety of additional components and devices for device roof. Cost roofing depends on what roofing you prefer, and from its manufacturer. The complex construction roof requires the use of a large number of different elements, which increases the cost of the entire work. In other words, estimating the cost of the roof , need to take into account the whole set of roofing as a whole.
In roofing kit, depending on the type of roof may include: ridge and spinal elements, strip curtain and wind,fasteners, primykateli to the walls and pipes, continuous parts for antennas and drains, snow retention and security elements. And elements for mounting the gutter system and insulation of the roof. All of these elements also have different values depending on the manufacturer. We recommend you to purchase roofing materials from the manufacturer - the company DIY centre .
Considering all these factors can calculate the cost per square meter the roof, plus a cost of roofing works (usually they are 50-100% of the cost of material). The cost of work depends on the complexity, building height, roof area and a number of other subjective factors. Remember that the roof should be good and sound. Do not choose a roofing material solely on price, you must always interested in how you will manage the entire spectrum of work along with the material. Today in Kyiv approximate cost per square meter of metal coated polyester from $ 8, is slightly more expensive mat polyester 8,5 $, polyurethane metal worth of $ 9 per square meter, and the most expensive metal plastisol from $ 9.2 per square meter.

Price for roofing materials, metal coated c RUUKKI (Finland)

№ n/n.	Name	Room Products (length 2 m)		Room manufacturer of the material of the customer
		RUUKKI PE (glossy)	RUUKKI Rema (mat)
1.	Serving railing	From 59,25	From 65,75	14 UAH.
2.	Serving projections buildings	From 49,25	From 54,50	14 UAH.
3.	Ebb Window	from 43,85	from 47,30	14 UAH.
4.	Drip "balcony»	47,90	59,54	14 UAH.

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