Clay Tiles
What Are They? And Why Use them?
Clay roof tiles have been in use so long that the date and method if their invention is unrecorded. It is believed that clay roof tiles have been in use even since the time of cave men, when they were most primitively shaped and dried under the sun. Clay roof tiles were introduced into America in the early 1700’s, and the clay tile roofing industry has existed in the United States since approximately 1870. The art of tiling has appealed to man for so many years due to the architectural appearance, beauty, and lasting strength that clay roof tiles have proven. Today, clay roof tiles are available in a wide range of designs, colors, and textures, and are used on a significant amount of roofs across American homes and buildings.
Why Use Clay Roof Tiles?
- Clay roof tiles are a natural roofing product and environmentally friendly
- Clay roof tiles are able to withstand extreme outdoor conditions, so much so that they strengthen with ongoing exposure to the elements.
- Hard As Rock
- Clay tile roofing is strong and lasting, and a cost-efficient roofing material.
- Clay roof tile will never fade, and its appearance brings a distinguished character to a building. Clay roof tiles are capable of blending in with architectural heritage and historical products, while also catering to refurbishment and modern building applications.
- And Much More
The way they work
There is no advanced science to installing roof tiles. With the use of nails, roof tiles are hung from the roof’s framework, typically in parallel rows, in a manner that has them overlapping to keep rainwater out and cover the nails. If the material is simple and not extremely heavy or technologically sophisticated, roofing tiles can be laid without professional help. Roof tiles removal may be a more complicated issue, though. All in all, tile roofs can last decades, over 50 years depending on the quality of the material the roof tiles are made of. Make a wise choice of style, shape, material and color, install them with care and enjoy long years of aesthetically appealing and highly efficient roofing tiles.
How Long Do They Last?
Clay Tiles have many great attributes. Among the most desirable is their distinguished look, that promises to last for decades, even lifetime, depending upon the style you choose. Because they handle high temperatures well, and provide Title 24 compliance in San Diego County, you are assured of having cooler, long lasting roof, with minimal maintenance. Please call with questions: 800-564-3110. Raneri and Long, San diego.s premier roofing contractor!
Of Course you can always keep prolong its durability with further measures such as properly ventilating your roof.
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How Long Is their warranty?
We carry 2 of the best manufacturers in the concrete tile business, both of which offer life time warranties that, depending on the manufacturer, have a one time transferability feature.
Clay Tile Varieties below
2-piece Mission Tile
First appearing in the bronze-age on the temple roofs of kings, and refined through fire-baking by the ancient Greeks, 2 piece clay tiles have been the ultimate roofing product for millenniums. Our highly refined modern manufacturing techniques have enabled US Tile, a Boral Roofing Company, to improve on the ageless tradition and style of traditional 2 piece clay tile design, and deliver color fast, durable products that will last a lifetime.
Cielo Imported Tile
"Old World Clay Tile, hand crafted by artisans using techniques handed down for generations."
Embracing the traditional style and techniques used to make clay roofing tiles for millenniums, Cielo Tile is hand-crafted by artisans using techniques that have been handed down over generations to give you the true aesthetics of a hand-made, imported tile only a master craftsman can deliver. The hand-crafted tops are supported by state-of-the-art US Tile, a Boral Roofing Companies pans to give you the best of both worlds – Old-World, hand-crafted, imported aesthetics on top of refined, extremely durable US Tile pans.
Monarch Tile
"Monarchs small barrel 2-Piece profile captures the aesthetics of traditional European styling."
Capturing the aesthetics of traditional, small barrel, high-arch clay tile, Monarch 2-Piece Mission tile incorporates the modern manufacturing techniques perfected by US Tile, a Boral Roofing Company. Monarch Mission tile delivers superior durability and consistency without compromising true, kiln-fired looks. Monarch is designed for discriminating designers who want the beauty of a traditional Old World style combined with the strength, durability and consistency of modern manufacturing techniques that only US Tile can deliver.
Romano Pan Tile
Romano Pans were one of the earliest profiles of clay tile used for roofing by the ancient Greeks. Featuring Flat bottom with raised sides, they represent a classical European aesthetics and style and allow for design flexibility./h2>
Romano Pan also comes in cool roof colors, and is backed by the same lifetime warranty with fade and labor coverage. Romano Pan Can also be used with Standard 2- Piece Mission, Monarch and Cielo Profiles.
S-style Tile
The modern design of our one piece S Mission Tile combines the cap and pan of a 2-piece system into a single piece, delivering the same traditional esthetics using fewer tiles, saving cost and installation time.
Made from the same natural clays and kiln-fired colors, our Mission S Tile products are true to their roots, allowing custom roofscape options such as boosting, while maintaining the rich beauty and durability of clay at a substantially lower price.
ClaymaxTile
Combining the superior lightweight features and benefits only US Tile, a Boral Roofing Company, can offer, with modern low profile double-barrel tile aesthetics, ClayMax is ideal for reroofing. It is also well suited for use on commercial, home owners associations and institutional projects where weight, durability, and cost are key considerations. ClayMax also comes in cool roof colors and is backed by the same, lifetime warranty with fade and labor coverage all authentic US Tile, a Boral Roofing Companies clay roofing products carry. Call Raneri and Long with questions... 800-564-3110!
ProShake Tile
ProShake Plus® combines the aesthetics of a traditional wood shake roof with the superior performance, durability, color fastness, Class “A” fire rating, and life of natural clay. Backed by an unsurpassed transferable lifetime limited warranty with additional no-fade protection, ProShake Plus can be installed anywhere without concern for freeze-thaw conditions, salt intrusion, or attacks by insects. ProShake Plus delivers the aesthetics of a wood shake roof with the features and benefits only true clay products can offer.
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ProSlate Tile
Slate roofscapes have always signified grace, beauty, and longevity. A truly aspirational aesthetic, slate is one of the most desirable roofing products available today. US Tile, a Boral Roofing Company combines the natural beauty and style of slate with the proven durability and strength of clay. This delivers a true lightweight, easy to install alternative for any project.
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