Cement Roof Tile Dimensions

Standard weight lightweight concrete roof tile availability varies by region.

Cement roof tile dimensions.

In the middle of the 19th century in bavaria a mixture of cement sand and water was first used to form roof tiles out of concrete. Sets in 1 hour. In its concrete form the roman tile is used in the majority of rooftops in england. Concrete porcelain tile from the dimensions collection features a dark gray reminiscent of poured concrete.

Concrete roofing alternative designs products details drawings and photographs of concrete roofing tiles and construction are at concrete roofing fiber cement roofing tile properties early generations of fiber cement roofing products using asbestos fibers were used successfully in the united states for over 50 years. The tiles are also tapered giving the appearance of a mediterranean style. Consider beautiful long lasting and economical concrete roofing tiles. Metro dade project number 11 1222 07.

The sleek and sophisticated look of concrete with the ease of care of porcelain these large format tiles are sleek and contemporary and ideal for a wide array of design projects including floors accent walls backsplashes and countertops. Oldcastle sakrete roof tile mortar mix is a mixture of high strength masonry cement and sand. Designed to set clay and cementitious roof tile. Please refer to your respective regional brochure or visit the browse tile section of our website to view the profiles colors available within your selected region.

Estimates range from 30 to 50 years. Many homes built with these first concrete roof tiles still remain proving their durability. There is a range of profiles and patterns to choose from to give it texture and distinction from the modern flat madison tile in soho night to the unique cambridge slate tile. Concrete clay roof tiles.

Concrete tile will never hold its color as well as clay says ken mcgee owner of the tile man a supplier and installer of concrete and clay roof tiles in louisburg n c. The standard dimensions of the single roll roof tile is 342mm in length 255mm in width and 43mm in depth however this may vary depending on the manufacturer. Meets astm c 270 specifications for type m mortar and meets south florida and metro dade building code requirements. Increasingly popular with designers architects and home buyers a flat tile roof offers a crisp clean appearance that perfectly complements both traditional and modern architecture.

Flat concrete roof tiles refer to a variety of profiles completely lacking in any barrels or rolls. Cedar shakes shingles.