INTRODUCTION

ROOF TILES
 PRESENTATION BY :
• AKANKSHA GOGAWALE
• KRUTI PATEL
• SMRUTI BHANDARI
• DARSHANA BABARIYA
• SUMOL SURESH
 ROOF TILES

Roof tiles are designed mainly to keep out rain, and are
traditionally made from locally available materials such
as terracotta or slate. Modern materials such
as concrete and plastic are also used and some clay
tiles have a waterproof glaze.
 HISTORY
• Roof tiles seem to have originated in Corinth,
Greece as early as 650BC. From the use in
temples, they spread to the Eastern
Mediterranean, appearing to take an S-shape,
with the pan and cover tile forming one piece.

• The main purpose of roof tiles in its early age was

its fire proof feature. Today not only temples use
roof tiles but homeowners do too. And their
purpose is not strictly fire protection but more
diverse.
SHAPES
 TYPES OF ROOF TILES
• Slate tiles
• Mangalore tiles
• Metal tiles
• Ceramic tiles
• Concrete tiles
• Bituminous (flexible) tiles
• Polymer-sand tiles
• Composite tiles
• Copper tiles
 SLATE AS ROOFING MATERIAL
• Slate roofing, practically any kind and type of the many varieties that
are included in this broad term, is a fine choice for a home’s roof.
• The natural material that is slate is rigid, strong like a piece of glass.
Depending on where the slate roof was quarried, the qualities, color
and longevity vary.
• The advantages, generally speaking of roofing slate, are many: it is
fireproof, strong enough to resist hail storms, aesthetically appealing
and can last a century or even longer.
• The Pros : • The Cons
• Appearance • Poor Installation
• Longevity • Weight
• Fire Resistance • Durability
• Environmentally Friendly
 MANGALORE ROOF TILES
• Mangalore Pattern Roof Tiles is the oldest pattern of roof tile which
is still popular in India.

• This can be used over a fabricated wooden or metal structure. The

days Mangalore tiles are also used over RCC sloped roof to protect
it from direct heat and rain.
Mangalore Roof Tiles - Double Groove
This is the locking system on the Mangalore Roof Tiles, the tile to tile
linking is better on a Double Mangalore Roof Tiles is better than the
Single groove Mangalore Roof Tiles. This is the tile which is used over the
metal or wooden fabricated roof. Because of the better interlocking, the
chances of leakage is lesser compared to the single groove roof tiles. The
cost will be almost 40% more than the single groove roof tiles.
 METAL TILES

•Metal tiles are suitable for use in many climates, since the material
adapts well to sudden changes in temperature. This particular type of
roofing material is used to cover new buildings as well as renovate the
finished structures.
•A decorative layer of acrylic paint is applied onto one of the sides; the
other one is covered with a protective layer. Metal tiles are produced
with a goffered, wavy surface or in the form of small scale-shaped tiles.
One square meter weighs about 6.5 kg.
 CERAMIC TILES
• Such roof tile is used for
brick, stone and wooden
buildings, as well as for
renovation of the old ones.
• The input materials are
clays of different varieties, which
are thoroughly mixed in certain
proportions. Then the clay
undergoes heat processing, which
helps it to acquire the same density and an evenly distributed color.
• Coating does not affect the service life of tile, but it can
dramatically change the appearance of the building. Currently,
there are three types of ceramic tile available: flat, undulating and
grooved.
• Ceramic tile is fireproof and have high frost resistance.
 CONCRETE TILES
•Concrete tile is made ​of cement mortar
(cement, sand, water).
•It is an eco-friendly material. In appearance, it is most similar to
classic natural tile made out of baked clay.
•Concrete tile has good strength properties, durability, frost
resistance, as well as excellent sound and heat insulation properties.
•The disadvantage is large weight of the roofing material, which
requires enhanced building constructions.
 BITUMINOUS (FLEXIBLE) TILE

•Bituminous tile is a fiberglass or canvas made

out of cellulose impregnated with bitumen.

•In order to provide ductility and strength to

the shingles, polymeric additives are
supplemented into the bitumen composition.

• The tile surface is covered with granite or basalt chippings on the outside.

•Chippings primarily create the so-called protective layer that provides

additional strength and helps it obtain a special appearance.

• Such tiles are used on roofs with a slope of not more than 12 degrees. The
lower surface is covered with tile adhesive, which greatly facilitates installation.
You will not need any fixing materials such as screws or solution.
 POLYMER-SAND TILE
• Polymer-sand tile is a technological product. This tile is made out
of sand, which is bound with a polymer. The sand is the bulkiest
part of the molding (up to 70%).
• Specially purified and calcimined river sand and various resins
(thermoplastic polymers such as polyethylene or propylene) are
used to produce quality tile.
• At high temperatures, the components are blended together,
compressed into separate tiles and dyed. The components are
mixed at a temperature of about 250 degrees, whereupon the
obtained mass is poured into a special mold until it hardens.
 COPPER TILE
• Copper tile is noted for impressive durability and
maintainability. The service life of this tile is more than 100
years. Within 10 — 12 years after roofing the copper tiles are
covered by oxides and then by patina. In fact, it is one of the
few types of roofing materials, which over time becomes only
more beautiful.
 COMPOSITE TILE
• Composite tile is a quite new
roofing material and a kind of metal
tile. It has a multilayer structure; it is
a 0.5 mm thick steel sheet, coated
with zinc and aluminum.
• Acrylic polymer coating with
stone chippings is applied to one
of the surfaces. Such technological approach allows achieving the effect
of a natural tile.
• The stone chippings significantly increase the mechanical strength of
the coating. Thanks to this coating, the tiles obtain a fine aesthetic
appearance and, therefore, it is widely demanded by consumers. The
inner side of the tile is covered with acrylic primer to protect the
metal from corrosion.
 MANUFACTURE OF ROOF TILES
• The manufacturing process is simple with system from
McCathy.
• The concrete is first produced by a cement mixer.
• It is then discharged into a tile extrusion machine manually or
via a conveyor system.
• The concrete is then extruded onto the top surface
of an aluminum pallet that is driven through the machine.
• The pallet not only shapes the underside profile of the tile but
also support the wet tile through the curing process.
• The wet tile is automatically cut to length as it exits the
extrusion machine. The freshly made tile is then colour coated
with one or two colour manually or by colour applicator
machines.

• A clear coat of acrylic sealant is applied before the tile is

placed into steel rack for curing. The tiles will remain in the
racks overnight until they reach their required strength.

• The next day, the dry tiles are conveyed to a depalleting

machine which separates the tile from the aluminum pallet.

• The pallets are re-used and tiles are stacked in the stockyard
by a forklift truck or the like.
• They are subsequently loaded onto trucks for delivery to
building site.
 INSTALLATION
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.
 USES
• Roof tiles have more uses than simply protecting the roof of a
house from weather damage. Whether new or old, roof tiles can
also be converted into great garden tools that improve the
appearance and quality of any garden. Using roof tiles for a new
purpose saves them from being wasted, and can greatly
enhance the appearance of landscaping.

• Mulch
Growing plants from drier climates can be a challenge in
wetter areas, but roof tiles, especially terracotta tiles, make a
simple, inexpensive mulch. Using these tiles will drain water
away from the plant, keeping it drier, and their color is an
attractive counterpoint to garden greens.
• Raised Beds
Roofing tiles can be used to make raised garden beds.
Burying the tiles vertically in the soil so that they stand
up firmly creates an attractive homemade raised
garden bed

• Decorating a Wall
Use old terracotta roof tiles or ceramic tiles to create
a unique and attractive garden wall. Even broken roof
tiles can be used to decorate a wall. Place the tiles into
mortar and fill in the remaining cracks with grout. Once
the tiles dry into place, they will create a beautiful and
unique addition to a garden wall.
 PRECAUTIONS
• Inspect your tile roof periodically. Tile roofs are extremely durable but
still have to be inspected occasionally. Look for cracked or chipped
tiles. Damaged sections have to be replaced immediately.
•
Do NOT pressure wash your roof. Effectively, the only way to safely
clean your roof and the tiles on it is to use a 6" trowel and wire brush
and do it manually by hand. Pressure washing can erode the concrete
tiles or penetrate through into the felt below and cause flooding in the
roof space.
•
Refurbish your roof. After you wash your roof and let it dry, you may
want to take additional steps to protect and rejuvenate the surface.
Buffing: In time, tile produces a chalky deposit on its surface. This is
called efflorescence, and is caused by a natural chemical reaction in
manufactured concrete. Efflorescence dulls the sheen of the surface,
but in no way affects the structural integrity of the tile. Buff tiles with a
clean rag.
• Priming: Coat your roof with a clear alkyd primer. This gives the
surface a protective sheen that reflects the sun's rays, keeping your
home cooler. Primers also help fill the porous surface of concrete,
making it repel water efficiently.

• Painting: Use a heavy-duty acrylic paint. The polymers provide a

durable, waterproof finish while improving the appearance of the roof.
Some paints also are mildew-resistant. While gently buffing tile with
fine sandpaper helps paint adhere to the surface better, the practice is
impractical when painting a roof. Use a sprayer for the job, being
careful not to paint other parts of the structure.

• Sealing: Applying a clear acrylic sealant is a key part of a roof-

restoration project. Use a sealant to help restore the color and
durability of existing tile.
•
Replace damaged tiles immediately.
•
Walk on your tile roof very carefully.
THANKYOU