Different types of roof tiles

Clay Roof Tiles
Many homeowners with one eye on the property market are turning to clay tiles to add real aesthetic value to their home. This attractive tile comes in a number of shapes and patterns helping to create a traditional Mediterranean look.

Concrete Roof Tiles
Concrete tiles can mimic the aesthetic appeal of clay and slate while also providing high levels of durability against the elements. They are one of the most common tile types on the market and extremely cost-effective in relation to their performance levels.

Interlocking Roof Tiles
Single lap interlocking roof tiles are typically flat or profiled smooth or granular and are possibly the easiest and quickest of all the roof tile variants to install. The combined ease of use, along with lower prices, has seen them become one of the two main tile types installed in the UK. Concrete is by far the most common material used for this particular style, although they can be purchased in clay and slate.

Large Format Roof Tiles
The main advantage large format tiles offer to homeowners and developers is faster installation and the reduction of support materials. This is good news for your bottom line as well as the speed at which roofing projects can be completed.

Low Pitch Roof Tiles
For roofs that are at 20° or less (10° is usually the absolute minimum), low pitch roof tiles are the ideal solution. This style enables homeowners with low pitched roofs to pick out the right color without having to compromise too much due to the design of their property. They can also be purchased as interlocking tiles, usually in clay or concrete. Low pitch tiles are popular for use with house extensions where planning restrictions prevent the use of standard roof tile styles.

Pantiles
Original pantiles were made from clay until the middle of the 20th century when concrete pantiles offered a more cost-effective solution. The distinctive ‘S’ design is one of the most popular roof tile styles used by both property owners and developers, although there are distinctions to be made between the clay and concrete versions.

Plain Roof Tiles
The compact size of plain roof tiles allows them to be double lapped, increasing their density through triple depth placement to protect the interior from water. They are one of the most aesthetically pleasing tile types. Whilst quite traditional in style, they are still frequently used for new builds today

Double Roman Style Roof Tiles
Double Roman roof tiles are the preferred choice of tile for UK properties rather than the single form, with concrete typically used in favor of clay. The distinctive flat design with a small roll can still be found in clay thanks to the Sandtoft making the clay Double Roman.

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