More recently, roofing has appeared on the building materials market - Cloudy metal tiles. This material was immediately appreciated by consumers due to its exclusive decorative coating and excellent performance. In this article, we will talk about the features and benefits of this roofing material.
Popularity Secret
The secret of the popularity of this metal tile is the presence in its composition of the Granit® Cloudy polymer coating, which was developed by the ArcelorMittal concern.
special roofing is a model of modified polyester with a decorative protective layer of 35 microns, in which components are added that improve performance and give a lasting color.
The metal tile of this concern today is the only roof covering that, despite its metal base, imitates the color and shape of the ceramic tile profile with absolute accuracy.
If we compare other brands of metal tiles, they resemble ceramics only in the shape of the profile.
At the same time, they have a uniform color. Metal tiles with Granit®Cloudy coating have a terracotta color with different shades that imitate the old ceramic coating.
Translated "Cloudy" means cloudy. This name was given to the metal tile due to the presence in the color of spots similar to clouds.
It is enough to cover the roof with this material, and the house immediately acquires a European style. Moreover, such an acquisition does not require changes to the project when roofing works.
Advantages over ceramic tiles
To present the best qualities of metal tiles, let's compare them with natural ceramic roofing:
- If you cover the roof with ceramic (clay) tiles, then after several years of operation, smoky spots appear on its surface under the influence of temperature and humidity. In the future, the protective layer of the tile is destroyed, and moisture due to the porosity of the clay gets inside. In this regard, many clay plates become unusable and must be replaced. Cloudy metal tile saves home owners from such phenomena and repairs.
- The second advantage of the metal tile described by the brand is its low weight.
Attention.With a sheet thickness of 0.5 mm, the load per 1 sq.m is 5 kg, while the clay roof has 8 times more load.
Features of metal tiles
Concern ArcelorMittal has created a metal tile, which is based on a standard steel sheet with a thickness of 0.5-1 mm. The basis of the coating is polyurethane.
This roofing material has the following features:
- resistance to heat, moisture, frost, temperature extremes;
- withstands mechanical damage;
- the thickness of the protective coating is 35 µm.
Claudi metal tile has brown shades with a smoky transition. Being on the ground, it is not immediately possible to understand that the roof is covered with a metal material, and not a clay roof.
The laying of this special coating is similar to traditional metal roofing. Elements of the drainage and ventilation system are also selected for it.
Advice. It should be foreseen that in different batches of this roofing material the perception of the cloudy surface may differ slightly. Therefore, for installation on one roof, it is necessary to use material with one release batch.
Material test options
Cloudy metal roofing is highly resistant to:
- mechanical damage (shocks, scratches);
- chemical influence of alkalis, acids, solvents and oils;
- corrosion processes caused by moisture;
- to loss of color due to the action of ultraviolet radiation;
- delamination of the polymer coating.
This stability of the material has been verified by a series of tests. Testing methods have shown that the Claudi metal tile complies with the norms and requirements of European standards.
This material has a guarantee for the preservation of decorative color - 5 years, for the integrity of the protective coating - 10 years, provided that it is used in an aggressive environment. The total service life of this material is 30 years.
Claudia tile installation
The metal tile of this brand belongs to a reliable roofing material. It performs well when used in difficult climatic conditions.
Like traditional seam roofs, it has a number of advantages, but the appearance of this material prevails significantly, and installation is much easier.
During the installation process, the following steps are carried out:
- accurate calculation of the material;
- mauerlat is laid;
- the truss structure is being equipped (these actions are performed with the same technology as the traditional coating);
- installation of cornice overhangs and gutter holders;
- the waterproofing layer is laid and the crate is installed (note that the waterproofing layer is installed on the rafters, and then the base of the crate is already arranged);
- cornice strips are mounted (they serve as a guide during the laying of the main sheets);
- roof windows are installed (if available in the project);
- a metal tile is laid (various laying options can be used - along the eaves, from the cornice overhang to the ridge, in a checkerboard pattern);
- a skate, valleys are mounted;
- ventilation outlets and transition bridges are installed;
- a drainage system is installed;
- internal insulation is carried out along the rafters;
- a vapor barrier is installed.
When laying, it is necessary to ensure that the line of the cornice with the lines of the metal tile forms an angle of 90 degrees.Then the sheets of material will fit snugly against each other, and moisture will not get into the joints.
Pay attention to the device roof ridge. The round ridge strip is used only with a cap, which must be fixed to the end of the roof with self-tapping screws.
The use of a cap on a flat ridge bar is not required. A sealant is placed between the coating and the ridge.
The presence of excellent features and benefits of this material justifies the choice of consumers in its favor. Today, thanks to this material, modern construction can be inspired by the sense of the elite antiquity of natural materials.
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