Modular metal tile: design features and material advantages

Metal tile is one of the most popular roofing options. The material is made of steel sheets with a reinforced polymer coating. The modular metal tile is a modernized version of the traditional tile, which has a smaller size and inconspicuous joints during installation. The design features and advantages of the modular tile material will be discussed in more detail in this article.

Modular metal roofing is different from the usual metal tile less overall dimensions and some features of installation. Such a product is most often made of thin-sheet (no more than 0.8 millimeters) steel.Aluminum or copper is used as an alternative material for production. In the production of metals coated with a protective layer of polymers.

The technical characteristics of the modular tile will depend on the quality of the metal that was used in the production of roofing, as well as on the type of polymer layer. In addition to the protective polymer layer, a decorative paint coating is applied to the plates, which should also perform protective functions.

Also available modification modular material with hidden mounting. The covering visually reminds a natural ceramic tile due to high waves. Plate sizes may vary by manufacturer.

Characteristics of modular metal tiles from different manufacturers may be different. However, the material has many advantages, regardless of model and manufacturer.

Consider the main advantages of modular roofing.

• Ease of installation and dismantle.The small dimensions of the plates and the holes prepared by the manufacturer for fixing greatly facilitate the work. Replacing the sheet metal modular type is also not difficult. To do this, simply remove the damaged plate and attach a new one in its place.

• Minimum quantity of waste parts. Plates do not have to often and often cut even in the case of complex geometry of the roof.

• Aesthetic appearance. The coating is almost impossible to distinguish from the more expensive ceramic tiles.

• Good sealing performance. This property is caused by a reliable system of fastening modules.

• The material is fire resistant.

• Long service life. High quality modular shingles can last up to fifty years without loss of technical characteristics and pristine appearance.

• The low weight of the plates does not create an additional load on the roof.

However, the modular metallic coating also has its drawbacks. Among the main disadvantages of the material there are several.

• Bad sound and thermal insulation characteristics. However, this disadvantage can be eliminated by using roof insulation with other materials.

• Roofing should be carried out with great care, as you can easily leave scratches on the surface of the tile.

• When installing the coating on the roof with an inappropriate angle of slope, precipitation will accumulate on the roof.

In the modern building materials market a wide range of modular roof tiles is presented. Roofing can vary in color, size, angle of inclination and many specifications.

When choosing, it is worth considering the peculiarities of the roof construction, the architectural style of the building, as well as the technical characteristics of the tile, such as:

• the quality of the material used in the manufacture of tiles, as well as the thickness of the metal sheets;

• type of anti-corrosion coating;

• kind of polymer layer.

The anti-corrosion zinc layer must not be lower than 140 g / m2. Polymeric protective coating affects the resistance of the tile to mechanical stress and the negative impact of the external environment.

The protective layer of polymers is of several types.

• Polyester glossy or matte finish. It has a high level of resistance to deformation and high temperatures.

• Pural - a type of coating based on polyurethane. Differs in excellent resistance to mechanical damages and negative influence of an atmospheric precipitation and direct sunshine.

• Steel Cashmere is a polymer coating based on polyurethane. It is characterized by excellent decorative properties, resistance to atmospheric and mechanical stress.

• "Steel velvet" - textured multi-layer coating. An example of a combination of high technical characteristics and excellent decorative properties.

In this case, some of the most common protective coatings were considered. However, the types of polymer protection is much larger, and each of them has its own distinctive features.

Before buying a material, it is also important to know how to calculate the metal tile needed to cover the roof. The calculation takes into account the size of the roof and its configuration.

Only high-quality roofing material ensures durability of the coating.Before buying a modular metal tile is recommended to get acquainted with the most popular manufacturers, as well as reviews on their materials.

The Polish company Dachpol specializes in the production of roofing materials. Since 2002, the company has launched a line of steel roofing products. For the manufacture of roofing used only high-quality materials that are purchased from well-known European suppliers.

The modular metal tile Egeria panel is made of high-strength sheet steel produced by the Swedish company SSAB. The panels have a triple edge, which creates additional protection against precipitation. The left and right edges of the modules are symmetrical, which facilitates installation and minimizes the amount of waste generated by cutting the material.

Tiles can be used to cover the roof with a ramp angle of nine degrees or more. The material is resistant to fading, as well as to high and low temperatures. On the surface of the modules there are special grooves that provide easy outflow of water from the roof.

The Finnish company Ruukki produces a wide range of building products and provides a wide range of services - from designing various structures to installing them.The company occupies a leading position worldwide in the production and sale of roofing. Particularly popular in European countries is the Finnera modular metal tile.

Finnera roofing is easy to install, even on complex roofs. The material is treated with a semi-matt protective layer that provides the roof with good performance and a high level of resistance to mechanical damage. When buying a product, a forty year warranty is given.

Reviews Finnera tiles allow you to learn more about some of the advantages of this material.

Buyers note the following product advantages:

• a solid frame that protects the modules from damage during transport and installation;
• low cost;
• tightly adjacent panels (creating the appearance of a seamless surface).

No apparent flaws in Finnera’s roofing material have been identified. Some buyers only note a small color range of shades of the coating, which is a minor drawback.

The Polish company Budmat is a leader in Europe in the production of roofing materials.Coatings of this company are known for excellent quality and durability.

The modular metal tile "Venice" is among the most popular products among similar coatings. This roofing is made of high-quality steel, released from factories from Germany and Sweden. Finished metal passes a series of serious tests for quality. For example, a test for resistance to bad climatic conditions.

The material has good corrosion resistance due to high-quality protective coating. In addition to resistance to corrosion, tile "Venice" is practically not subject to the formation of scratches and is not afraid of direct sunlight.

To learn how to install a modular metal tile correctly, see the video below.