Your Contribution To Recycling
In the rhythm of a highly challenging world, manufacturers try to catch people’s desires. Environmentally friendly products get more attention. TOLOKA General Contractor&Builder is happy to offer our clients the newest construction products. So, rubber or synthetic slate roofing is an excellent decision for those who care for the environment.
Rubber slate roof tiles are made of recycled materials like tires. The look and feel of a real slate are preserved, but there’s extra strength and flexibility. These features are achieved through adding to the rubber slate shingles EPDM rubber or TPO plastic. That’s why synthetic slates can be called TPO rubber slate roofs sometimes.
Rubber roof tiles that look like slate are produced through the process of “melting” rubber products. Therefore, manufacturers get the liquid and shape it into slate tiles. The eco side here is not only the recycling moment but the absence of toxic smoke cloud formation. Commonly, there is not less than 75% of recycled ingredients present in rubber slate tiles.
The Pros And Cons of Synthetic Slate Roofing
To select proper synthetic roofing, you need to clarify what you expect. TOLOKA General Contractor&Builder is aware of the market competence and would find the roofing manufacturer who meets your requirements the best.
However, it’s essential to know the positive and negative features of rubber slate tiles.
The Pros of Rubber Slate
You can get recycled rubber slate resembling stone slate, wood shake, or clay tiles. It means creating naturally-looking roofing tiles without additional expenses.
As we mentioned before, you won’t spend too much money on synthetic rubber roofing. Rubber slate roofing cost is almost half less than natural slates.
This combo is great for building in harsh climate locations. Rubber slate of the highest quality can withstand hail up to 5 cm. UV radiation won’t change their color in years. Rubber shingle can cope with winds up to 160 km\h.
While standard shingles last 20-30 years, synthetic ones have a life expectancy of 50 years.
Most roofing systems are formed so that you cannot walk on the roof. But rubber slate roofing won’t crack and can resist people walking on it.
Synthetic slate weighs less than other roofing materials. This makes installation easier.
You will need a roofing service only if there’s some visual damage to a slate. No additional actions are required.
No stains from mold, fungal, mildew, or decay signs. Just a perfect slate roofing.
This is the most wanted feature of roofing products. Keep in mind that you get the roofing installed and help the environment.
The Cons of Rubber Slate
Synthetics slate roofing has to be undercovered with fire-resistant underlayment. Also, specific fire-retardant chemicals should be used during the manufacturing process.
Sometimes after a new rubber roof is installed, you will have to bear the actual rubber smell. But it will disappear afterward.
There exist black, dark brown, and gray rubber slates. You should pay attention to it when planning a roofing project.
Despite presenting negative points of rubber roofing, TOLOKA General Contractor&Builder has a firm position that a proper installation will help make your roof flawless.
Do you hesitate what to choose?
Our consultant will answer all your questions, just send your contacts and we will call you within 20 minutes. Or send your questions to our e-mail.
GET A FREE CONSULTATION
Traditional And Rubber Slates: Comparison
For real lovers of traditional roofing, we have a sad conclusion: everything is changeable. That’s why rubber slate has more possibilities to lead in the roofing construction field.
If natural slate tiles are broken, there will a whole replacement operation needed. It’s complicated and can cause more damage to the neighboring tiles. The incredible heaviness of traditional slates implies an extra safe installation process. Moreover, you will have to ensure your building is going to hold this weight.
The last point in this talk is price. Natural slate is considered to be the most expensive roofing material. So, a rubber slate is a friendly alternative.
GET IN TOUCH
Contact Us
