Monterrey metal tile: how to carry out installation work?

Despite the large selection of various roofing materials, an increasing number of homeowners prefer Monterrey metal tile. This material, produced using modern technologies, is of high quality and very affordable price.

The metal tile looks classically, resembles a real ceramic coating, but at the same time demonstrates much better technical characteristics. Monterrey is lightweight and made of durable steel, which is covered with a protective polymer layer. The coating is easily mounted on the roof and adequately manifests itself in all weather conditions, and is used for residential buildings and for buildings that have received the status of historical heritage.

As a rule, when choosing a roofing material, the buyer first of all learns its technical characteristics. If we talk about Monterrey, then this material is made of steel sheet with a thickness of 0.4 to 0.6 millimeters. The length of one sheet, which is made on special equipment, varies from 0.75 to 8 meters - the exact figure is determined by the customer. The wave height is set at 25 millimeters, and its pitch is in the range of 350 to 400 millimeters.

A primer is applied on both sides of the previous layer to better bond the steel with coatings and paint. The soil has a high adhesion. And, finally, a polymeric coating is applied from the outside (outside), and a protective varnish is applied from the inside (to the crate). The polymer will provide durability and protect against external influences, and the varnish will try to provide additional protection.

In the roll itself, the steel may differ in thickness to 0.05 millimeters, which, by the way, does not meet European standards, requiring 0.01 millimeters. Due to the presence of error, the tile turns tough and durable.

Many of the characteristics of the tile are determined by the type of polymer coating used. If this is a pural - a quality coating based on polyurethane, 50 microns thick, then the tile will be durable, resilient, non-scratching and easily bending. If the buyer prefers PVDF (PVDF), then it guarantees long service of the roof. In addition, such a material, 27 microns thick, is capable of self-cleaning and is characterized by high mechanical stability, including fading.

Thick plastisol ensures resistance to damagebut exposed to sunlight. This coating is made of PVC and has a thickness of 200 microns. The cheapest type of coating of thin polyester with a thickness of 25 microns will withstand bad weather and protect against corrosion, but is easily damaged due to mechanical impact. There is also a matt-type polyester, 35 microns thick, with the same qualities, but looking more aesthetically pleasing.

The metal tile Monterrey has many advantages.

• It is combined with almost any kind of wall decoration. That is why it is used to cover the roof and wooden, and stone houses, and even buildings - historical monuments.
• Tiling is easy to install. In addition, a square meter of coverage in accordance with GOST weighs no more than 5 kilograms, which is very small, so no need to build a complex roof system with fortifications.

• Monterrey is able to serve from 20 to 50 years without losing its properties (15 years without repair). It is resistant to fire, does not pass water and is environmentally safe.
• Such a roof is quite easy to repair. There is no problem in replacing a spoiled sheet.
• There is a large range of colors and textures tiles. This allows you to create a unique design of the house.
• Monterrey is not amenable to temperature and precipitation. In addition, the coating does not fade in the sun. This means that installation can be carried out at any time of the year.

• There is no need to create a frequent crate under the tile (the step should be 35 centimeters, which is identical to the step of the relief of the tile). This saves building materials.
• Tiles spread on the roof of any shape. The only rule - the slope of the slope should be 14 degrees.
• Monterrey has a relatively low cost. At the same time in the presence of an attractive appearance and long service life. It is also worth mentioning the smooth surface, thanks to which water does not accumulate.

Monterrey experts identify significant shortcomings.

• Tiling is not suitable for complex roofs. The reason is that in this case too much unspent material remains. However, for a flat roof Monterrey will be just, because after the repair there will be a minimum amount of trim.
• The metal tile makes a lot of noise. If you do not install a heat insulator, then you will hear the sound of every raindrop and the howling of the wind.

The metal tile of Monterrey is made in the city of Mytischi.Ruuki, Corus, Akro Nobel and Arcelor control stamping, so the company has imported equipment. Its low price is explained by the fact that the coverage is made in Russia, and there is no additional payment for freight transportation and customs duties.

The production line includes several fully automated processes. First, the steel coil is coated with a special anti-corrosion zinc compound - passivated. Then the finished sheet is primed on both sides, covered with polymers and protective varnish. After applying all coatings, profiling takes place - the sheets are shaped. All actions must comply with technical requirements.

The stage of transportation is final, and during it it is necessary to follow certain rules. First, you should use the gangway when loading and unloading - so moving the profile packs will become soft. It is important to carry them only in a vertical state - they should not bend. Secondly, the size of the trunk of the transport should not be less than the length of the sheet metal.Thirdly, it is recommended to store metal roofing under a shed in a dry place on a podium from a bar 200 millimeters high. Piling material on the ground is prohibited.

At Monterrey metal in the presence of three profiles, which differ in width, height, length and step of the wave.

• MP Monterrey. It is considered the most common, as it has a content strength, long service life and low cost.
• "MP Supermonterrey" - is the prototype of the first option. The main difference between them is the height, which is much higher in Supermonterrey. This profile looks like a natural ceramic tile because of its height, and therefore it looks very dignified.
• MP Maxiwhose wave parameters are greater than the previous two. This coating gives expression to the entire building.

The nominal width of the sheet "MP Monterey" is 1180 mm, and the working width - 1100 mm. The length of the sheets varies from 0.5 to 9 m. The profile itself has a height of 39 mm and a wave step of 3.5 cm. The technical characteristics of the MP Supermonterrey are almost identical, the only difference is in the height of the profile.

The latter is 46 mm. Wave step "MP Maxi" - 4 cm.Monterrey profile thickness, according to GOST, is from 0.4 to 0.6 mm. The average weight of 1 m2 is 4.5–5 kg.

The metal tile of Monterrey can be various color, depending on desire of the buyer. Each color has its own name, for example, "ivory", "yellow zinc", "red wine", "brown chocolate" and "green moss". The color scheme was created in Germany and includes a large number of different shades of tiles - to be exact, 50 shades. Usually RAL 8017 is chosen, “brown chocolate”, which is considered the most classic, close to the color of the real tile, and is combined with all the finishing materials.

A variety of models of metal Monterrey, presented on the market, allow each buyer to make the best choice.

It is worth paying attention to the innovative Monterrey Viking MT, which has a relatively low price compared to models with similar characteristics. It exhibits good corrosion resistance and is resistant to sunlight.

Monterrey viking mp not afraid of high temperatures and protected from scratches. A special polymer coating protects the tile from natural manifestations and gives it a noble haze, which visually enhances the surface of the roof, making it voluminous and expressive.To touch this tile felt rough. Viking looks particularly attractive in shades of “green moss”, “graphite gray” and “brown chocolate”.

Monterrey metal tile Elite models It has a high wave height - 20 millimeters with a pitch of 350 millimeters and a unique pattern “under the ceramic tile”. In addition, this coating has two drain channels, which are able to protect against leaks even under the most adverse weather conditions, and a figured edging, which repeats the overall relief. In stock pressed connecting groove, designed to make the place of the junction of the sheets is completely invisible. The model of the “Elite” line is considered to be a coating with increased reliability.

Monterrey ruukki called the most common profile of metal and actually the benchmark.The reason is that it was Ruukki workers who became the inventors of the Monterrey coating. The thickness of the metal is 0.5 millimeters, and the price per 1 square meter is about 645 rubles. Ruukki can have several types of polymer coatings: Pural (resistant to ultraviolet radiation and temperature, warranty - 20 years), Pural matt (high wear resistance, matte shades, warranty - 20 years), Purex (prestigious look, favorable price-quality ratio , warranty - 15 years) and Polyester (suitable for a mild climate, warranty - 10 years).

Finally, SuperMonterrey. The color palette of this model is very wide, so you can choose the option that is most successfully combined with the existing design of the house. The coating is very elegant and falls on the roof of any shape, which allows you to implement almost any design decisions. The material is durable and reliable, and, with proper installation, is able to serve the owners for more than half a century. The height of the corrugations is 21 millimeters, which makes the coating more voluminous and expressive.

The installation instructions for Monterrey metal tiles are quite simple, which is one of the advantages of this roofing.

At the preparation stage, first of all, it is necessary to ascertain the quality of the purchased material. True Monterrey has a certificate for the goods, which must be provided to the buyer on request. Do not hesitate to ask questions and carefully study the appearance of tiles.

The seller offers cutting sheets at the request of the buyer. The maximum possible length is 8 meters, but such sheets are very difficult to transport and stack. Therefore, it is usually recommended to use sheets no longer than 4 meters. If the length of the roof slopes will exceed the specified value, then Monterrey should be laid vertically. In addition, it should be borne in mind that there are so-called prohibited dimensions, impossible due to the fact that the tile is cut only in the place of the trough of the wave. Usually they are notified of the buyer in the store.

Before starting to install the roof, you must check the squareness of the slopes - measure them diagonally from two sides and make sure that the data match.Next, you should lay the materials for waterproofing. In addition, gaps between the insulation and the waterproofing film and the film and the crate are left for air to pass through. For this purpose, a lattice of bars is assembled, which have a cross section of 50 millimeters and are packed on the rafter legs. Also before installation, the crate is built, the steps of which are determined by the step size of the Monterrey wave. Lathing is almost all lattice, except in those places where the valley and the chimney exits are located. For it used bars with a thickness of 24 to 40 millimeters, treated with antiseptic. In addition, it is necessary to calculate in advance where the antenna, drain, grounding and device for snow retention will be located.

Before buying, you need to calculate how many sheets of Monterrey you need to cover the entire roof. It is necessary to take measurements and draw a diagram, then, depending on the type of profile chosen, calculate the exact amount of material and determine the length of the sheet.

Laying sheets of tiles begins from the end of the slope, it can be produced in any direction. By this moment the crate should be ready, the step of which should correspond to the step of the Monterrey relief.The metal tile itself should be wiped from dirt, including metal shavings with a soft brush and solvent-based substances.

If the installation starts on the left side, the next sheet is enclosed under the previous wave. If the right side - the next sheet in a row superimposed on the previous wave. According to the instructions, it is not recommended to fasten each sheet to the crate. It is better to assemble a block of several sheets, a maximum of four, fasten them together, and then work with a large structure. First, the block is aligned with the eaves and slopes, and then is mounted with screws. Special screws must be equipped with rubber washers acting as a seal.

According to numerous positive reviews, Monterrey is considered one of the best modern alternatives to roofing material.The metal tile is relatively inexpensive, has outstanding technical characteristics and is pleasing to the eye. If properly carried out the installation process, the house will be saved from leaks and other effects of bad weather. This coating is able to serve up to 50 years and all this time to please the owners with an attractive appearance.

An overview of the Monterrey metal tile in the video below.