This material became known not so long ago, but since its inception has become widespread. Roofs made of metal have proven themselves to be reliable and practical.
Advantages
As a roofing material, this material has such features as an affordable price, simple working technique, and low weight. The metal tile is available in several types and, in order to choose a good coating, you need to know their differences.
Classification
Metal can vary in performance.
1. Material of manufacture
Steel coating is in great demand today . Sheets have a galvanized coating and a protective sheath. This increases their resistance to the environment. Lightweight and durable, but more expensive - aluminum shingles. It also has a protective coating for longer life, but has a limited range of colors. Copper sheets that adorn old buildings and architectural monuments are also used for this purpose. This material does not require a protective coating. Over time, a green patina will appear on the sheets, which will act as a protective layer.
2. Depth and geometry of the insole
Since the material differs in the depth of the waves and their structure, metal roofs always have their own unique pattern. According to these parameters, it is divided into types.
- Monterey , for example, is very popular among the population due to the outward resemblance to natural tiles. It differs from others in the roundness of the profile, it can be with symmetric or asymmetric steps.
- The cascade is recognized as the most economical material. This was influenced by the large installation width and the rectilinear shape of the product, which allows the use of sheets on roofs of complex construction. Roofs of this type of metal are obtained with clear and straight lines, the proportionality of the classical style is formed.
- Banga is a new type of metal tile. It has a high wave height, which occurs due to a decrease in the installation width. Such geometry creates a visual three-dimensional effect. This type is used on buildings where there is a small roof area.
- Andalusia is another new feature. The product is mounted on hidden fixtures, under which the presence of a very frequent crate is necessary. Country - roofs of metal of this type will look and have all the properties and qualities of a natural product.
3. Sheeting
Substances such as polyester, pural, plastisol act as a protective coating. All of them have excellent qualities in terms of resistance to precipitation, temperature changes, are not affected by the sun.
Cost
Agree, it is beautiful if the house is decorated with a roof made of metal. Its prices are low, on average, start at 269 rubles. It remains only to purchase the right amount of material - and you can begin to work. Simplicity and ease of installation - these qualities have a roof made of metal. Work does not take much time. The main thing is that the designed crate fit the shape of the product.