Metal Tile Roofing

By Anthony Lee

  Metal tile roofing has doubled in the past five years with a growth rate of about 15% annually. This is because the material itself is more capable of protecting your home against destructive weather conditions.

To prove that, studies have shown that it can last at least two to three times longer than an asphalt roof. That is about 40 to 60 years. Since it is also given anti-rusting treatment, it will not corrode.
The world is well aware of climate change. Another benefit of it is that when it is damaged, it can by recycled and used again. This means it is environment friendly and is good to have either in your home or in your office. Unlike wood or other traditional materials used for roofing, it is not prone to insects, mold or rot so you do not have to apply any harmful chemicals that could damage the environment.
Having it for your home also saves energy. This means you can reduce the cooling costs by almost 40% together with the help of reflective paints that have energy saving properties. But of course, this still depends where you live. The paint used in it reflects instead of absorbing the sun's rays so less heat enters the structure.
It does not require a lot of maintenance. You just have to go up there and sweep away accumulated leaves or other debris and inspect the roof top ancillaries and air conditioners to be sure that it is properly drained and supported.
You also save money when it is time to pay your income tax thanks to the US energy Policy Act of 2005. This allows homeowners a tax credit when they decide to use it in their homes as long as they meet the Energy Star program requirements. It is available in different colors. This means you will be able to find one that matches the color of your walls. If you want to change it, you don't have to replace the entire thing but simply paint over the old color.
Should you decide to get metal tile roofing, make sure you get a warranty from the manufacturer. Steel vendors who comply with such regulations put coil numbers on each item so you and they will know when exactly were the metal purchased. If this is not present, you have no protection even if they say that such a warranty exists.

To learn more about metal roofing materials, visit http://www.coroofs.com.au

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Steel Tiles Vs Metal Tiles

Steel Tiles or Metal Tiles? What is the difference? What are they?

These are the questions that we are often asked. In fact there is no difference. They are the same thing, just different names. There are more of those: Tin Tiles, Pressed Tiles, Decra Tiles and list goes on.

All of those names describe the same product: steel roofing sheets shaped as tiles, so when you install them the finished roof will look like tiled. However the roof will have all the benefits of a steel roof. Light weight, weather resistance, easy installation and strength. It will not crack under the hail and does not require a heavy frame.

You can find more information about Steel Tiles at www.coroofs.com.au

See also some other products with metal tiles (like carports and gazebos) at www.easytiledcarports.com.au

How To Install the Metal Tiles

Metal Tiles - what a great concept. Look of tiles with all the benefits of a strong steel roof. The most difficult issue that we have to overcome is reluctance of the installer to install the roof. I can understand them. Their biggest concern is - we have never seen that before. Let me just say that the installation of tin tiles is no different to the installation of some corrugated roof iron. It requires the same techniques, same tools and same skills. Therefore the same installers without special training should be able to install the steel tile sheets (if they want the job). The sheets are cut with tin snips and installed on the same roof battens (timber or steel) using fixing roof screws.

The only difference is - the tin tiles will require more roof battens. And that is good news - the roof will be stronger. The tiled roof sheets will make a perfect solution for any project big or small. You can choose them for your house, extension, carport or gazebo.


There is a lot more useful information provided at www.coroofs.com.au look for the page installation manual

Steel Tiles and How to find them

The Metal Tile Roofing sheets have been around for years. But it is not easy to find them on the net. May be due to the fact that there is a large number of names related to them. I would like to name a few:

Metal Tiles

Metal Tile Roofing Sheets

Steel Tiles

Presed Tiles

Tin Tiles

Decramastic

Decrabond
Tile Sheets

All of those names are related and in fact describe the same product. We prefer Metal Tile Roofing Sheets or Metal Tiles.

The Metal Tiles sheets are perfect for any project big or small. They combine great look of tiles with all the benefits of a strong steel roof. Excellent for a new house, extention, renovation, carport, patio or gazebo.

In any case You can find more information about those products and pricing at www.coroofs.com.au

Metal Tiles Vs Colorbond

Good question is what is better? Colorbond or Metal Tiles.

The answer is: there is market for each of them.

Metal Tiles are great for any extensions, renovations or home additions when you have already a tiled roof over the main part of the building. In this case you would like to match your new extension roof with existing tiled roof. Metal tiles would be the perfect solution for it.

First the metal tile roofing sheets are light and therefore do not require a heavy frame (unlike concrete tiles). So you can start saving cost right there.

Secondly the metal tile roofing sheets can be installed on any roof with a pitch starting from 5 deg. (unlike conventional tiles that require pitch of 17 deg), so you can use metal tiles on a lot of low pitch projects.

Metal tiles come in a number of colours to match your existing colour.

The profile of metal tiles will match well a large number of known tile profiles.

Metal tiles are strong and weather resistant and provide a perfect roofing solution for any wind areas.

Finlay the metal tile roofing sheets are easy to install and in a lot of cases are installed by the owner-builders.

You can find more information about Metal tile roofing sheets at www.coroofs.com.au

Or e-mail to info@coroofs.com.au

Call at 07 3283 4114

Tile to Tin Re-Roofing

The Metal Tile roofing sheets have multiple applications. One of them is re-roofing. In a lot of cases a house that has a tile roof needs a roof replacement. Sometimes the roof is old and needs to be changed. Sometimes the old roof has a low pitch and it causes leakage. In any case the Metal Tiles will offer all the benefits of a high quality steel roof and will keep the look of the tiled roof. It is obvious that fgor a lot of houses the roof has to have a tiled look in order to keep its apearance. For those projects the corrugated iron just won't go. Tin Tiles are a perfect solution for such a project.

Light weight, strong, weather resistant, easy to install the Metal tile roofing sheets supplied by Coroofs will offer a great roofing solution. On this picture the house that had an old tiled roof has been modified and a new Metal tile roof has been installed. In that case the roofing has a vital part in the house street appeal. Metal Tiles kept the look and provided a high tech performance of a high quality steel roofing.

This job has been suplied by Coroofs Metal Tile Roofing Systems based in Brisbane and installed by a professional roofing installers in 2010. The colour is Grey. The Metal Tiles are 0.42 mm thick, zinc coated, painted and polyester coated. The house is located in Brisbane. However Coroofs can supply the roofing materials all over Australia. In fact they supplied a number of jobs in NSW, Victoria Western Australia, South Australia and Northern Queensland

For more information see http://www.coroofs.com.au/.

Call for a free quote at 07 3283 4114

email to info@coroofs.com.au

Metal Tiles for Your House

When it come to doing up one's home, tiles are the most commonest items that have been around for quite some time. Until recently, it was only glass or ceramic tile that was mostly used and easily accessible, affordable and easy to maintain.
With the economic growth and the increase in the earning potential of the customers the will and the capacity to spend on decent and classy homes has increased. Things which are out of fashion or out of date do not attract people because they want their living spaces to be different and classic. The metal wall and roof tile has attracted everybody's attention. The different metals that are used for this purpose are copper, bronze, zinc and steel. Decorative hand carved copper tiles are very popular in entryway tiled floors, kitchen back splashes, bathroom tiled floors etc.,
Home improving projects will be a huge success with stainless steel tiles as they are smooth, radiant, innovative and contemporary. They come in a variety of colors and finishes. Appearances apart durability and maintenance are not at all an issue with a thicker steel tile. A stainless steel back splash is most recommended as it is sleek and shiny in appearance, apart from the durability and maintenance aspect. However steel is restricted to silver color only and it becomes monotonous with the passage of time.
As is the case with stainless steel the metal back splash is equally durable and easy to clean. It can be used as a counter top also because it is resistant to heat; the only precaution you need to take here is that acidic things like vinegar or tomatoes should not be placed for a longer time as the shine would fade off. Metal tiles made up of zinc are a lesser known but another beautiful, elegant and stunning option. Zinc is germicidal and hence its use in the bathrooms and kitchen is an excellent option.
Metal tiles are very affordable on the whole though there are a few that are very expensive depending upon the design and pattern. They come in a variety of colors and are made from different metals from real iron base metal to brass and copper. There is another very good option and that is recycled metal tiles which not only add versatility and design to your bathroom or kitchen but are also eco friendly. The commonest use of tile made from metal is as an accent to the rest of the decor. Tiles made from metal can be used as a focal point or mural, especially in kitchens, they can also be used as fillers.

Another use of these metal tiles can be found in the roofs. Metal tile roofs have doubled in the past 5 years with a growth rate of about 15% annually. It gives you a longer life because it is anti-rusting, does not corrode, saves about 40% of energy, does not require a lot of maintenance and can be recycled when damaged so it is eco friendly. Finally while all these options in metal tiles and roofs are a bit expensive but they give you a home that many would be envious of. They last long, are maintenance free, colorful and unique.

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