{"id":3763,"date":"2017-08-03T14:22:04","date_gmt":"2017-08-03T02:22:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/?p=3763"},"modified":"2021-01-21T23:02:02","modified_gmt":"2021-01-21T10:02:02","slug":"slate-concrete-imitation-roofing-tiles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/project-advice\/advice-roofing\/slate-concrete-imitation-roofing-tiles.html","title":{"rendered":"Roofing Tiles &#8211; What to Choose"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1148.16px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6151\" src=\"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/shutterstock_796611067_Revised-1200x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" \/><\/h2>\n<p><strong>There are several options when it comes to roofing tiles: slate, concrete and imitation. But what should you choose?&#8230;<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<p>You want a roofing tile that looks great, is easy to maintain and has longevity. With roofing vendors all praising their specific tile type, how do you know which one to pick?<\/p>\n<h2>Types of Roofing Tiles<\/h2>\n<p>In New Zealand, there are five main types of roofing tiles available. Each of these tile types have their own pros and cons to using them. There are also a few differences between tiles within each tile type too. They are:<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Concrete Tiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Concrete tiles are a traditional choice. Frequently seen on old State houses, concrete tiles have a long lifespan. They are also very heavy and require additional framing.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Clay\/Terracotta Tiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Clay roofing tiles are very popular. Often made from local clay, they are an eco-friendly choice to imported roofing tiles. Like concrete tiles, clay tiles also help reduce heat loss, but they are heavier than metal roofing tiles.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6149\" src=\"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/shutterstock_52264990_Resized-1200x789.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"787\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Pressed Metal Tiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Decramastic tiled roofs have given pressed metal tile ones a bad name. Used often in the 1970s to 1980s, a decramastic roof weathers quickly and requires frequent maintenance. This is in comparison with the new technology metal roof tiles of today. Created in panels, these tiles are pressed, coloured and coated to look just like a concrete or clay tile. Many also come with a 50-year warranty. As they are lightweight, no additional bracing or framing is required.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6152\" src=\"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/shutterstock_419077930_Revised-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Slate tiles<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A slate tiled roof can last for an extraordinary length of time. Slate roofs have been used for centuries in Europe. The main issue with slate is often the price tag. Imported from Europe, slate tiles are expensive and have a higher environmental impact due to the distance they travel to get here.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-6153\" src=\"https:\/\/builderscrack.co.nz\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/shutterstock_635434181_Revised-1200x800.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1200\" height=\"801\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Imitation Slate Tiles <\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Artificial or synthetic slate tiles are cheaper and are normally made from either ground up slate, rubber tyres and plastics. They are designed to look the same as slate tiles, but do not have the same lifespan.<\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p>Putting a new roof or re-roofing and existing one is a large expense. Unlike an internal renovation, it\u2019s also not something you will see all the time. However, the choice you make now for your roofing material will be with you for a very long time. 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