Quality tiles – a good roof for a building
Production and characteristics of tiles
Such tiles consist of water, quartz sand, various pigments, and cement. The requirements for materials are quite high, so the tiles presented here are of high quality.
In the production of this material, the cement grade must be at least 200 and quick-setting. The sand grain size must be no more than 2 mm, and all sand must be well sifted. Water must be clean in appearance, without impurities or odor. The tiles will be strong, first-class, and environmentally friendly. Modern equipment and compliance with all manufacturing standards will give the best result.
The proportions of each part of the raw material should be as follows: 1 part cement, 3 parts sand, and 0.5 parts water. All this is mixed in specialized containers, with humidity at 9.2%-9.8%. Then the correct shape of the tile is created and the necessary dye is applied, which must be resistant to ultraviolet light. The next step is drying the material. This is done in a special container at a temperature of 60 degrees. To strengthen the tiles, they are left to sit in the warehouse for at least a month, after which they can be put into use.
Characteristics of the tiles:
– smooth surface;
– recommended slope – not less than 22 degrees;
– batten spacing – 31-35 cm;
– profile height – 31 mm;
– overlap – no more than 11 cm.
This type of tile can be used on log, stone, brick, or wooden houses. Moreover, it is possible to lay out a wide variety of shapes.
Advantages of cement-sand tiles
The main advantage of such tiles is their service life. If all standards and rules are followed, they can be used for 50-100 years; the exact term depends on the quality of the materials. Price and affordability are another big plus of these tiles. Among other coverings, it stands out for its high heat and frost resistance. Cement-sand tiles have good flexibility and resistance to torsional deformation. There will be no problems with installation either.
After covering with such ecological tiles, no precipitation will disturb your home. Thermal insulation and noise protection will please every family member. Beautiful in appearance, the tiles do not require painting throughout their entire service life. Excellent roof ventilation, a wide selection of color palettes, protection from rot, and low water absorption – all these are big advantages when choosing such a covering for a house as tiles.