Although it may seem that the title is wrong, it is not. The article we bring today is a compendium of great interest to remove doubts to all those who do not know what type of roofing suits them better and/or is more convenient to place.
Next, we will see what types of roofs, ceilings, panels, types of material, among other variables … we can find; taking into account that we are talking about roofs for buildings of various uses, such as residential, industrial, commercial, all are for use in dry construction and therefore we will look for one that is easy to install and lower cost than the more traditional ceramic of all life.
What types of roofing can we evaluate for use in our case?
Metal roofing pieces:
The standard metal sheets used for roofing are made of pre-lacquered and/or galvanized steel. The pre-painted steel ones we could say that they are the simplest within the range of metal roofing tiles, but nothing could be further from the truth.
The process by which they receive this name consists of covering the steel plate with a more or less thin layer of paint, film, etc. The steel coils are cleaned, chemically treated, primer is applied, cured through an oven, finish is applied, cured again through an oven, rewound and packaged for shipment. Within that product line we find:
- The Classic model metal roof tile.
- The Classic model metallic tile with insulation
- The metallic tile model Ondas
- Ondas model metal roof tile with insulation
- Sandwich Panel metal roof tile
On the other hand, we find the galvanized plates, this is a type of steel processed with a treatment at the end of which, it is coated with several layers of zinc. These layers of zinc protect the steel from rusting.
Polymer roof tile Panel Slate
Bituminous
Bituminous slates are obtained from recycled material. A single laminated plate that receives a bituminous vacuum treatment. The structure makes it possible to obtain a light, very manageable and at the same time rigid panel to support the loads as well as possible.
Bituminous sheets are highly resistant to weathering, saline solutions, acids, heat and frost. In addition to providing excellent roof waterproofing.
It is available with profiles suitable for laying under tiles (to provide a waterproofing layer, as well as a support to accommodate the tile), or in colored corrugated sheets ideal for light roofing or rehabilitation.
Among the most common uses for this type of material are:
- Sheds.
- Light roofing.
- Rehabilitation of roofs.
- Roofs of tents, porches and pergolas.
Asphalt
The American tégola is a surface asphalt fabric, which is self-protected thanks to colored mineral granules. It is a material designed to resist the weather and also serves to waterproof all types of decks, carports, pergolas, roofs, etc. One of its main advantages is that it is easy to install and provides a highly aesthetic finish at a low cost.
Among the most common applications for this type of material are:
- Roof coverings with more than 20% slope.
- Possibility of installing on roofs with slopes of up to 175%.
- It can be installed on roofs with a continuous surface of both wood and concrete.
- Residential, single-family, commercial and public buildings.
- Wooden houses and sheds, outbuildings, carports, stables, porches and pergolas.
- Bungalows
Polycarbonate Sheets
Cellular polycarbonate sheets have exceptional insulation properties, high impact resistance and are very lightweight. Their excellent light transmission and attractive appearance make them the ideal solution for a wide range of applications.
The structure of the multiwall sheets, together with the characteristics of the polycarbonate produced with U.V. protection on the outer face (or 2-sided on request), ensure ideal thermal insulation and excellent impact resistance, guaranteeing resistance over time, even after prolonged exposure to the sun and atmospheric agents.
The most common applications for this type of material include:
- Wooden houses and sheds.
- Facades.
- Carports.
- Stables.
- Roofs.
- Glazing.
- Canopies, pergolas and greenhouses.
- Decking.
- Skylights and skylights
- Verandas (open roofed porches).
- Kiosks.
- Vertical parameters.
- Curved roofs.
Finally: What is the best roofing material?
The best type of roof is the one that fits the structural needs, style and budget of a building. It is also very important to find a serious roofing company. In this sense, the diversity of projects determines the most suitable element for each one. However, there are comparative parameters that we can use when selecting one over another.
On the other hand, we can say that, among the best types of roofs, are those made with modern tiles, which can be made of steel, PVC or in panel presentation, as they have great durability and resistance to adverse weather conditions, in addition to being adaptable to various styles of construction and obviously, the cost also represents an important variable to consider.
