Most recommended sheffield roofing contractors used effectively as a roof covering since Roman times are the Clay Plain Tiles. adding distinction and character to pitched roofs the Rosemary name is synonymous with clay plain tiles, for over 175 years. the quality of hand-crafted clay with the reliability of modern machine-made techniques today, a range of single and cross-camber tiles combine. Rosemary is offered in a range of weathered, brindled and single colours produced from the finest clays, that create striking and attractive roofs. Plain tiles have always been 265 mm x 165 mm (or in fact 10 1/2” x 6 1/2”) in overall size, are small and rectangular in format and requiring 60 tiles per square metre. to achieve a watertight layer, they perform by overlapping densely up to three tiles deep. adding a sense of detail and texture to the roof it is this functional requirement that creates their rustic appearance, and the character is enhanced by the effect of chambers longitudinally and across the width. from concrete date back to the late nineteenth century roof tiles are manufactured and have become the popular in the UK during the 1920’s.
capable of being laid to roof pitches as low as 12 degrees Concrete tile technology has developed tiles which are produced in a variety of colours and finishes. Interlocking concrete tiles are one of the most economical forms of roof tiling, some replicate the appearance of slate and other traditional roof coverings. concrete tiles are suitable for roof pitches down to 17.5°available in a choice of 7 colours and 2 textures. combined with an ever increasing variety of colours and textures modern technology has developed products which provide better durability and performance, though still maintaining a traditional appearance. good looks of traditional plain tiles is what these DuoPlain tiles combine the classic proportions with all the time and cost-saving benefits of a modern, large-format interlocking tile.
DuoPlain tiles, fittings and components can stand up to extreme weather conditions. After rigorous performance testing in the manufactures unique, stateof-the-art wind tunnel, they then subjected the tiles to conditions replicating the UV rays of the blazing sun and the sub-zero temperatures of the Arctic. it fulfils the three main demands of a modern roofing site. Engineered for strength, ease of handling and ease of installation. Now available in six popular colours with the addition of the brand new Rustic Black, DuoPlain also comes with a full range of matching fittings and accessories.