The topic of cheap building materials for country houses is always relevant, so in this article I decided to talk with you about the most affordable roofing materials. Below we will consider their main advantages and disadvantages, which will surely help you decide what is the best roofing in the country.
Material Options
Next, we will get acquainted with the following materials:
Option 1: wave slate
The good old slate has been tested by more than one generation of summer residents, and so far it has not lost its relevance.Moreover, it continues to be used not only for country houses, but also for permanent housing, which already says a lot.
Advantages:
- durable - lasts about 40 years or even more;
- resistant to temperature extremes, frost and other negative atmospheric influences;
- has good soundproofing properties, due to which it does not rumble during rain, like metal roofing materials;
- has a sufficiently high strength;
- does not burn;
- slate roofing is easy to repair with your own hands, replacing damaged sheets;
- not subject to corrosion.
One could not even consider alternative materials to slate, if not for a few of its disadvantages.
Flaws:
- unattractive appearance, although familiar to each of us. True, the solution to the problem may be the use of painted slate, but it also costs much more. Therefore, many summer residents, in order to save money, paint slate on their own, which is also quite acceptable;
- the surface of the slate darkens quickly enough and moss grows on it, especially on the north side of the building or if the roof is in the shade. Painting or treatment with antiseptic compounds again helps to solve the problem;
- slate sheets are quite heavy, which makes it somewhat difficult to work with them;
- as a result of fragility, slate sheets may crack during transportation or installation;
- asbestos dust, which forms slate, is harmful to humans.
Price. The price of slate largely depends on its thickness and dimensions:
| Dimensions | Cost in rubles per sheet |
| 1750x1130x5.2 | From 180 |
| 1750x980x5.8 | From 250 |
| 1750x1100x8 | From 350 |
| 3000x1500x12 | From 1200 |
Option 2: ondulin
Outwardly, ondulin strongly resembles painted slate, as it is a wavy sheet. But, that's where the similarities end. The basis for this material is usually cellulose, which is impregnated with bitumen and other chemical compounds.
Advantages:
- attractive appearance, and there is a large selection of colors on sale, which allows you to choose a roof covering that is in harmony in color with the facade;
- light weight - about 6 kg. Thanks to this, ondulin can be laid on the roof without dismantling the old coating, for example, directly on the slate. In addition, low weight greatly simplifies the work with this material;
- well amenable to mechanical processing;
- resistant to biological influences;
- like slate, it has good soundproofing qualities.
Unfortunately, ondulin has more negative qualities than positive ones..
Flaws:
- short-lived - the French manufacturer of the same name gives a guarantee on the material for 15 years. Manufacturers of cheaper analogues of ondulin give a guarantee of 10-12 years;
- unlike painted slate, it quickly fades in the sun, and the color guarantee does not apply, since it only concerns water resistance;
- has low strength. At high temperatures, it softens greatly and even loses its shape.
In the cold, ondulin, on the contrary, becomes very fragile. Therefore, you can not engage in its installation at a temperature of less than -5 degrees;
- when heated in the sun, the material begins to release harmful substances into the atmosphere;
- the price is higher than the cost of slate;
- it is almost impossible to clean the roof without leaving dents on it.
To fasten the ondulin, it is necessary to use special nails that ensure the tightness of the installation.
Therefore, if you choose how to cover the roof in the country house between slate or ondulin, I would recommend choosing slate. Ondulin can also be used for temporary or outbuildings, gazebos, sheds, etc.
I must say that initially ondulin was positioned solely as a cheap material for roof repairs. Hence its performance characteristics.
Price. Depends on the manufacturer:
| Manufacturer | Cost in rubles per sheet |
| Onduline | 420-450 |
| Corrubit | 450 |
| gutta | 380 |
Option 3: euroroofing material
Considering the cheaper it is to cover the roof in the country, one cannot but say about the roofing material. This is a rolled bituminous material, which is used in construction not only as a roof covering, but also as a waterproofing. As a rule, it is used for flat roofs, however, it can also be used for pitched roofs.
I must say right away that an ordinary roofing material as a roofing material is hardly worth considering, due to its fragility, unattractive appearance, and some other shortcomings. However, there is a so-called euroroofing material on sale, which is more durable and durable.
It is about him that we will discuss further, because this material has quite a lot of positive qualities.
Advantages:
- high strength, since fiberglass, fiberglass or polyester is usually used as the basis. Let me remind you that in ordinary roofing material, cardboard is used as a reinforcing base;
- durability - according to manufacturers, roofing lasts 15-25 years, and premium class euroroofing material lasts even more - 30 years. Such durability is achieved thanks to the modified bitumen, which has higher characteristics;
- has an attractive appearance, thanks to a sprinkling of crushed minerals of different colors. Sometimes even glass chips are used for these purposes, however, such a coating is very rare.
The dressing performs not only a decorative function, but also protects the material from mechanical influences, as well as sunlight;
- simple installation instructions.
Keep in mind that according to the laying method, this material can be divided into two types - for laying using a burner, for "cold" installation.
Flaws:
- requires additional use of waterproofing;
- on the market, you can stumble upon low-quality material, the main drawback of which is the fragility of the dressing - over time, it crumbles and is washed off by precipitation;
- installation should be done at positive temperature.
Price. The price is largely influenced by the type of base, as well as some other factors:
| Manufacturer | Cost in rubles per roll |
| KRMZ (fiberglass base), 4.5x10m | 900 |
| TechnoNikol (base fiberglass), roll 15m2 | 430 |
| Polyroof Flex (polyester) roll 10m2 | 1250 |
| Orgroof (fiberglass) 10m2 | 770 |
Option 4: keramoplast
Keramoplast is a relatively new domestic roofing material developed by the company of the same name. It is a wave sheet that looks like painted slate or ondulin.
Its material composition uses a ceramic and polymer composition, hence the name.
Advantages:
- has high strength and resistance to mechanical damage;
- has an attractive appearance. At the moment, there are four colors of keramoplast - black, terracotta, red, brown, however, other colors can be ordered on request.
I must say that, unlike ondulin, keramoplast does not burn out;
- does not contain toxic elements;
- unlike painted slate, paint it is impossible to scratch, as the material is painted throughout its thickness;
- does not change its performance in a wide temperature range - from -60 to +80 degrees;
- good durability - according to the manufacturer, the service life is 30-40 years;
- has excellent flexibility;
- light weight - the weight of the sheet is 9 kg.
Flaws:
- in order to properly fasten the sheets, you need to “fill your hand”, since the material needs to be fixed with high quality, but at the same time not to deform the wave;
- keramoplast is easy to confuse with low-quality analogues;
- may shrink.
Price. A keramoplast sheet measuring 2 x 0.9 m costs an average of 470 rubles.
Option 5: metal tile
A fairly common roofing material is a metal tile.It, of course, cannot be called a completely budgetary material, however, compared with the cost of ceramic tiles, the price of metal tiles is still affordable.
For those who are not in the know, the material is a galvanized stamped sheet painted with a protective polymer coating.
Advantages:
- good durability - 30-40 years;
- attractive appearance - the material imitates tiles, and there is a large selection of profiles and colors on sale;
- tolerates both low and high temperatures. Thanks to this, installation can be done at any time of the year;
- has high strength - does not crack or break. The only mechanical impact can lead to deformation profile or damage to the polymer coating;
- has a low weight - the mass of the sheet averages 3.5-4.5 kg.
Flaws:
- makes a lot of noise when it rains. To eliminate this drawback, sound insulation should be used;
- the material is subject to corrosion. If the protective coating is damaged, rust will appear on the surface very quickly;
- there is a low-quality metal tile on sale, the protective coating of which quickly burns out or even peels off, as a result of which the surface becomes covered with rust.
The most durable is the metal tile coated with PVDF. However, its cost is also the highest.
Price. The price of metal tiles, as well as the cost of other roofing, largely depends on the manufacturer:
| Manufacturer | Cost in rubles 1m2 |
| Ruukki Monterrey Standard PE | 430 |
| METAL PROFILE SuperMonterrey | 310 |
| Grand Line Quarzit Matt | 540 |
| Weckman | 515 |
Here, in fact, are all the advantages and disadvantages of roofing materials that I wanted to tell you about.
Conclusion
Now, knowing the main pros and cons of coatings, you can make the right choice yourself. I recommend watching the video in this article. If you still can’t make a choice, ask questions in the comments, and I will be happy to help you.
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