🚧 Roofing for the roof: the types and rates for 2019

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What should be a good roof? To understand this, you need to understand what requirements it must meet, and they are many: the roof should be reliable, durable and, of course, beautiful. In this article from Housechief edition we look at how to choose the right roofing materials. Types, prices of the most popular coatings, and tips on installation - everything is here and now.

Beautiful and reliable roof - the logical conclusion of the architectural solutions
Beautiful and reliable roof - the logical conclusion of the architectural solutions

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  • 1 Leafy roof types and their characteristics
    • 1.1 Steel and metal decking
    • 1.2 Aluminum shingles and decking
    • 1.3 Copper metal and corrugated board
    • 1.4 Titanium-zinc roof
  • 2 If no metal, which variants
    • 2.1 Slate on asbestos-cement based
    • 2.2 from mass-cement slate
    • 2.3 Evroshifer - ondulin
    • 2.4 The transparent roof of Plexiglas and plastic
  • 3 Piece roofing materials for the roof: types and prices
    • 3.1 Tile Cement
    • 3.2 ceramic tile
    • 3.3 Roofing slate plates
    • 3.4 Wooden shingles for the roof
  • 4 Soft roof and its varieties
    • 4.1 soft tile
    • 4.2 roll roofing
    • 4.3 The membrane coating
    • 4.4 Tanker roofing mastic

Leafy roof types and their characteristics

The choice of roofing depends on many factors: the geometry of the roof, the weather conditions of the region and your budget. There are coatings that are designed to residential homes and materials that are better to use only on outbuildings.

Therefore, choosing the material, it is necessary to study all the conditions that await him in the operation. In addition, it is necessary to explore all possible options and choose the one that suits you. A roofing materials have a wide range, and there are single-piece, seam, sheet, mastic or soft.

In each of these types there are many sub-groups, so be careful and consistent in their study
In each of these types there are many sub-groups, so be careful and consistent in their study

And we'll start with a sheet of roofing materials.

Steel and metal decking

Coating, so similar to the tile, but it has all the advantages of metal, is now one of the most popular.

Tile looks very presentable and thus has excellent durability, allowing withstand significant snow load and not be afraid of even large hail
Tile looks very presentable and thus has excellent durability, allowing withstand significant snow load and not be afraid of even large hail

The only disadvantage of this coating, as, indeed, and all its metal counterparts - drum noise during rain. Using such a coating must be provided soundproofing roof and upper floor ceilings.

Surface metal and metal sheets coated with a special paint and a protective polymer layer, which permanently provide corrosion protection.

Note! Metal may be made of aluminum and copper.

metal cost on average - from 450 rubles per 1 m². But galvanized profile will cost you much cheaper - about 250 rubles.

Decking

metal

Zinc coating reliably protects the steel from rust, in addition, such roofs have light reflecting sun shade, so that it is not heated so much as the roof of a metal colored a dark color
Zinc coating reliably protects the steel from rust, in addition, such roofs have light reflecting sun shade, so that it is not heated so much as the roof of a metal colored a dark color

Tip! Professionals recommend to opt for long-lasting roof coating Aluzinc. Such a profile is more expensive, but it is non-corrosive.

Aluminum shingles and decking

We have already mentioned the aluminum metal profile. This kind of sheet material that differs incredible resistance to corrosion.

Aluminum roof light and durable
Aluminum roof light and durable

Even despite the fact that aluminum is not afraid rustManufacturers further protect its polymer coating. So you will find on sale aluminum profile with different colors. Not such a rich palette, like the steel, but there are plenty to choose. The cost of such material for the roof - in the region of 1000 rubles per 1 m². Among the shortcomings can be called the relative softness of the sheets - there were cases when the roof is deformed when a significant snow load, but this is only possible in regions with heavy snowfalls.

Copper metal and corrugated board

Copper roof - a luxury version of the cover, which will cost you an exorbitant amount.

Have to fork out for a refined look and luxurious patina, which over time will give your home a vintage look
Have to fork out for a refined look and luxurious patina, which over time will give your home a vintage look

House with a roof and should have the appropriate façade with a pronounced architectural style. Pleasure will cost about 2,000 rubles.

Titanium-zinc roof

For the manufacture of roofing sheet material using zinc alloy and titanium. doping procedure allows to obtain a coating that is not subject to corrosion, having high strength and attractive appearance.

This roof has a relatively low weight and attracts all the fans of ecology
This roof has a relatively low weight and attracts all the fans of ecology

The price of 1 m² a roof - approximately 3200 rubles.

If no metal, which variants

Indeed, in metallic materials pebble not converged. There are many other options that manufacturers offer. These materials are not less worthy and durable, with excellent appearance and performance. Let us examine them in detail.

Slate on asbestos-cement based

Asbestos cement slate - a fairly common material that is used extensively used in private construction. This is the usual wavy slate, which is popular due to its low cost. He will cost the buyer about 350 rubles per 1 m². It can be used on roofs with a slope of up to 45º.

This material is fairly durable, not afraid of moisture and does not corrode
This material is fairly durable, not afraid of moisture and does not corrode

Current models are lightweight weight. A disadvantage of this covering in its relatively short life. Such a roof is guaranteed to last for about 40 years if periodic cleaning of dirt and germinated lichens. Also, asbestos slate sheets differ friability so that the assembly and maintenance of the roof must be extremely accurate.

Mikhail Starostin

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"Modern manufacturers produce asbestos cement roofs in the form of tiles measuring 40 × 40 cm². They are used on roofs with complex geometry and is secured to the base by means of special nails. "

asbestos cement slate

from mass-cement slate

Another version of the Slate, but without the addition of asbestos. It is replaced with natural fiber, which further binds the cement mass.

The surface sheet is treated with a protective paint composition. Such slate looks very presentable and has excellent noise insulation properties
The surface sheet is treated with a protective paint composition. Such slate looks very presentable and has excellent noise insulation properties

In addition, the roof of this material fireproofAnd it is a great advantage.

Slate-cement are widely used not only in residential construction, but also in the industrial and commercial purposes. Price finishes - 400 rubles per 1 m².

slate-cement

Evroshifer - ondulin

Ondulinovaya roof made of cellulose fiber impregnated with bitumen and various polymers. This is a very weak material, which is durable and high moisture protection. Despite its external brittleness, such roof capable of withstanding a load of 960 kg per 1 m². If not for flammability - this option could be considered ideal when the price of 470 rubles.

Ondulin used for the construction of farm buildings, including garages and baths, as well as for residential buildings with complex roof
Ondulin used for the construction of farm buildings, including garages and baths, as well as for residential buildings with complex roof

But keep in mind: bright initially ondulin strongly fade in the sun after only two or three years.

evroshifer Onduline

The transparent roof of Plexiglas and plastic

Transparent roofing material - a novelty in the construction, is very popular among owners of country houses. Really, arbours, attic, winter gardens - all this requires a clear and at the same time a solid roof.

Make such roofs of the three types of materials: PVC, polycarbonate and Plexiglas.

Slate of PVC may be a conventional clear or tinted
Slate of PVC may be a conventional clear or tinted

He is a very lightweight and fireproof. The sheets are stacked like a regular slate, with overlaps. The roof made of polycarbonate is different from structures used for greenhouses. It applies not cellular material, as solid sheet, which looks much more transparent greenhouse.

How to choose a roofing materials for the roof: the price, views and advice of practitioners
The roof of Plexiglas - an expensive product, which will last for a long time and will look completely transparent as ordinary glass, but nearly 16 times lighter than its counterpart

plexiglas acrylic

Piece roofing materials for the roof: types and prices

The roof is covered with single-piece material always looks very nice. Especially attractive tiled roof. They are visible from afar.

Tile Cement

This tile is made of cement-sand mixture, compressed in a special unit in the forms. For tinting using natural dyes, and the surface treated a protective coating. This roof will last at least three decades, and it costs less ceramic - from 600 rubles per 1 m².

This coating brings great extreme cold and are not afraid of sunlight. But it does have its drawbacks - high thickness and fragility
This coating brings great extreme cold and are not afraid of sunlight. But it does have its drawbacks - high thickness and fragility

Tile Cement

ceramic tile

Burnt clay tiles - one of the oldest types of roofing, which followed the traditional slate and shingles.

This material has a natural red-brown
This material has a natural red-brown

tile surface glazing is subjected to impart additional durability and moisture protection. Each tile weighs about 2 kg, so that such a roof is quite heavy and requires a strong base, as well as skills in styling. The price of such coverage "bites" and starts from 2000 rubles, but you can be sure that the roof is reliably serve even your grandchildren, because the warranty period of its operation - half a century!

ceramic tile

Roofing slate plates

Natural slate - is a luxurious material that covers the castles and fortresses. If desired, you can now find in the sale of such coverage, as low as 4,000 rubles per 1 m². The service life of such a roof is almost unlimited.

Much can be said about the amazing appearance of such a roof, but it is worth noting that it does not fade, is not afraid of water, frost and fire
Much can be said about the amazing appearance of such a roof, but it is worth noting that it does not fade, is not afraid of water, frost and fire

If you add up all these advantages, the price seems quite justified.

Wooden shingles for the roof

Another type of luxurious and exclusive roof - wooden. It would cost incredibly expensive - about 2500 rubles per 1 m, but will look amazing. On the durability of such coatings have said that to have survived the historical monuments such roofs, for example - the churches in Kizhi.

Domes covered with "scales" polished aspen silver sparkle and visible for several kilometers
Domes covered with "scales" polished aspen silver sparkle and visible for several kilometers

These monuments have in Europe - all of them are protected by law. Fastened wooden shingles with nails, while in the old days used for this purpose spikes from the same tree.

The wooden roof is not noisy in the rain, perfectly retains heat and is not less than eight decades, or even longer, it depends on the type of wood
The wooden roof is not noisy in the rain, perfectly retains heat and is not less than eight decades, or even longer, it depends on the type of wood

Lack of cover in his fire, but it should be noted that modern flame retardant impregnation help solve the problem.

Soft roof and its varieties

Soft roofing materials have a high level waterproofing. Their styling - the process is fairly simple and accessible, even a novice master. A big plus of such a roof - light weight. In addition, the soft materials are flexible, and can be used on the most complex configurations, including undulations.

soft tile

Now this kind of roofing material beats sales records. This is not surprising: the shingles can be installed on slopes with any degree of inclination. From a distance, this material looks like shingles.

Coating stack on the floor of the OSB or plywood, and the sun bakes the adhesive layer, completing the sealing of the roof
Coating stack on the floor of the OSB or plywood, and the sun bakes the adhesive layer, completing the sealing of the roof

The coating does not make noise during rain and will last at least 40 years. Shingles itself costs about 360 rubles per 1 m².

soft tile

roll roofing

Roll roofing is glued to the base using mastic or hot-cold type. By itself, the process is simple. Minus a roof except in the absence of aesthetics. For the rest, she is reliable and durable. The concrete can serve as a basis strainer or the same plate OSB.

Sealing material can be laid in several layers, if necessary
Sealing material can be laid in several layers, if necessary

Such a coating is used even for skates with minimal inclination of 5º. This type of roofing and waterproofing copes where other materials are failing. Price of material - from 250 rubles per 1 m².

roll roofing

The membrane coating

Membranes for roofing made of plastics, not putrescible. This is mainly PVC. Attach them with cold mastics, and webs welded together hairdryer construction.

Especially popular membrane EPDM based rubber, which is durable and durability
Especially popular membrane EPDM based rubber, which is durable and durability

Similarly coating can insulate roofs with a complex configuration and a slight slope. Price meter EPDM membrane - from 500 rubles.

Tanker roofing mastic

If we consider the cost of filling the roof, it turns out that it is - the cheapest of the existing species. She even cheaper roll materials. As a result, you get a monolithic and completely sealed cover, without any seams and joints.

To lay a roof can only be in a dry and warm weather
To lay a roof can only be in a dry and warm weather

For greater reliability roof mastic is combined with the roll, which creates a strong multilayer coating. Such a coating can be reinforced with fiberglass or fiberglass.

The cost of the mastic coating excluding wages - about 180 rubles per 1 m².

How to choose the most suitable material? Consider two critical factors: the amount you're willing to spend on materials, and the specifics of the roof. For complex geometry or small slope it is preferable to use soft roofing material. If you set a goal to save - look for the galvanized metal profile, rolled or liquid type. If you want to do for ages, and you can afford it - it is necessary to take the ceramic tile and slate.

And what type of roof you find the most reliable and durable? Write in the comments! Finally, a little video overview of types of roofing: