Find Out the Advantages and Disadvantages of Metal Roof Tiles!

Metal roof tiles are roof tiles made from a mixture of metal materials such as zincalume, light steel, and galvanized. The shape of this roof tile is in the form of sheets that have certain lengths, widths, and thicknesses. There are two types of metal roof tiles that are commonly sold on the market, namely plain roof tiles and sandy roof tiles. The advantage of sandy metal roof tiles is that they are able to withstand the heat of the sun and reduce the sound of rainwater better than plain metal roof tiles. Unfortunately, the price of metal roof tiles coated with sand is slightly more expensive.

Metal roof tiles can be said to be one of the roof materials that have a light weight with high strength. The installation of these tiles is done by arranging them on a roof frame made of wood or light steel. In the process, the sheets of roof tiles must be installed according to the applicable SNI provisions. Then screws are attached to the metal roof tiles as a support. In order for the results to look neat, the edges of the roof tiles are cut using iron scissors, especially on the upper side of the roof where the purlins will be installed.

So, what are the advantages of metal roof tiles?

1. High Durability

Metal roof tiles have high durability. This roofing material is anti-shatter, anti-fungal, anti-rot, and anti-termite. With these characteristics, metal roof tiles can be used for decades without experiencing serious damage. These tiles are also claimed to be maintenance-free.

2. Has a Light Weight

Because the shape is in the form of sheets, the weight of metal roof tiles is automatically very light. The average weight of the arrangement of metal roof tiles that form an area of ​​1 m2 is 7 kg. Try comparing it with a concrete roof that weighs around 60 kg to form the same area. This means that metal roof tiles are safe to use and are the best roof choice for earthquake-prone areas.

3. Can be Supported by a Simple Frame

Its light weight also allows metal roof tiles to not require a complicated roof frame structure. Usually these tiles are installed with supports made of lightweight steel. For reasons of beauty, you can also use a wooden frame, in fact the need will be less and more economical.

4. Easy and Fast Installation

Metal roof tiles are deliberately designed in such a way by the manufacturer so that they are easy to install in a relatively short time. You just need to spread it out regularly on the roof frame, then insert a few screws. The roof tiles are installed firmly and correctly. Even metal roof tiles are claimed to have excellent ability to withstand strong winds and earthquake shocks.

5. Priced at a Fairly Cheap Price

Currently, the price of metal roof tiles in Indonesia is priced between IDR 30,000-IDR 50,000 per sheet depending on the brand, type, and thickness. Please compare it with the prices of other roofing materials. Its large size also allows the need for metal roof tiles to cover the roof of the building to be less. So you can save on the RAB (Budget Plan) that needs to be provided.

6. Various Choices Available

The choice of metal roof tiles is not only limited to plain and sandy roof tiles. Moreover, these tiles are also available in a variety of attractive color choices. That is why metal roof tiles can be applied to houses with modern, minimalist, to traditional designs.

7. Environmentally Friendly

Metal roof tiles are also environmentally friendly. The reason is none other than because these tiles are made from recycled materials that reach 60 percent. The manufacturing technology also utilizes energy very efficiently. Even metal tiles that have been damaged can be reused as the basic material for making new tiles.

In addition to having quite a lot of advantages, of course metal roof tiles also have several disadvantages. What are the disadvantages of metal roof tiles?

The Interior Feels Hot

A problem that is often complained about in houses with metal roof tiles is that the interior feels stuffy, stuffy, and hot. This happens because metal is a good conductor so that the heat from the hot sun will always be transmitted to the lower part which has a low temperature. In order to overcome these shortcomings, it is advisable to increase the number of openings in the house.