Clay roof tiles are ceramic products made up of a single piece of clay or slate or both, given an arbitrary shape, usually rectangular, flat in the plastic state, and fired in a kiln.
Clay roof tiles are made by firing molded clay. The density of this roof tile is determined by the time and temperature at which the tile is heated. Roof tiles can have different colors: white, yellow, orange, and even brown. However, the most common clay tile color you can find is terracotta. Clay tiles can also be referred to as Spanish tiles in countries like Latin America and Spain.
The high temperatures used to bake clay tiles help keep the colors together, so they don’t peel or discolor. They are a durable roofing option and have high thermal insulation properties.
Top-quality clay tiles, such as terracotta tiles, are one of the most durable roofing materials. It can be used for a long time. Due to its long service life, long-term installation and maintenance costs are significantly lower compared to other materials. They can withstand a disaster.
The disadvantage of clay tiles is that they are not completely resistant to wind. They have higher wind resistance than other roofing materials, but they can still move or fall off the roof in strong winds.
In particular, clay tile roofs are waterproof, fire-resistant, and resistant to wind and steam. Insulates heat and noise and is environmentally friendly. Clay tiles offer the best value for money and La Escandella tiles come with a 50-100 year warranty.