Tile Roofs
Modern alternatives to natural slate roofing
By Kate Smith, DaVinci Roofscapes. What’s the difference between real slate and composite slate roofing? Natural slate has been used as roofing for at least a thousand years. The layered structure of this attractive stone makes it easy to split into shingles; plus, it’s a durable, fire-resistant surface that can last up ...
Westlake Royal Building Products™ bolsters Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile operations, capacity in Florida to meet regional demand
Initiative addresses demand and enhances customer experience. Westlake Royal Building Products™ (Westlake Royal), a Westlake company, has announced a strategic investment initiative to enhance operations and capacity of Newpoint™ Concrete Roof Tile, the durable roofing system known for its superior strength and lasting beauty, in the state of Florida. As part ...
Q&A - Will these roof tiles weather the same?
Despite his roofer's assurance, Keith is wondering why his new roof tiles do not match his dormer tiles. Keith, a homeowner in England, is concerned about why his new Sandtoft Double Roman Antique 2 roof tiles do not match his dormer tiles and asked: The roofer has used Sandtoft Double Roman Antique ...
The ins and outs of roof valleys
By IKO. Properly installed roof valleys are crucial for a roof’s longevity. Understand the different installation methods for your next roofing project. Achieving a smooth intersection of shingles at the roof valley is crucial. Where the two roof planes meet is a critical aspect of roofing design, considering the ...
Shingles or Tile or Metal, oh my! Finding the Right Roofing Material
By NV Roofing. When you are overwhelmed with options, look to the experts to choose the best material for your roof replacement. Choosing the right material when it comes time for a roof replacement can be difficult with so many options available. Often, you must consider budget, whether your neighborhood ...
The Truth About Slate Roofing
By National Slate Association. In use for over 400 years in North America, slate has gained quite a reputation in the roofing industry. See what myths can be debunked. When roofing material has been around for as long as slate has been, it comes as no surprise that there are ...
How to Choose the Best Roof Material for Your Home
By Guardian Roofing. Protect one of the most important assets of your home with a roofing material that is best suited for the elements in your region. What’s a home without a roof? And like so many of the aspects of your home, a roof needs to fit not ...
Hardware Store’s Roof Still Looks New Ten Years Later
By Quarrix. This charming hardware store’s red roof has withstood the test of time thanks to its composite roofing tiles. Since 1986, Nicollet Hardware has been a mainstay in the Kingfield neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Owner Julene Lind purchased the 4,000 square foot location, and a few years later she ...
This Tile is Light on the Roof and Heavy on Protection
By Cass Jacoby. Quarrix’s composite tile roofing system is designed to deliver a beautiful roof without any of the structural issues that come with traditional tile. As a homeowner, you are often faced with an ultimatum when it comes to clay and concrete tiles — the tiles are beautiful, ...
7 Causes of Damaged Roof Tiles
By All Points. Here is a compilation of reasons why you might need to be replacing your roof tiles. There are a myriad of reasons to choose tiles for your roof, be it their longer lifespan than asphalt or that the material will increase your property value. That being said, ...
