Single Lap Interlocking Roof Tiles

However grovebury concrete interlocking tiles still retains the traditional gentle flowing lines of a classic pantile to blend easily and harmoniously into any environment.

Single lap interlocking roof tiles.

They can be laid in a single lap or broken bond laying pattern which enhances the strength of the roof. Interlocking tiles are generally larger than standard plain tiles which reduces labour intensity and costs. Lap is applied to the way that the plain tiles are laid on the roof to create an effective barrier to water. Typical single lap tiles include.

To drain this water away safely there must be another tile below each joint. The combined ease of use along with lower prices has seen them become one of the two main tile types installed in the uk. This means that at any point of the roof there is at least a. A double pantile shape is quicker and easier to lay than a single pantile design.

Single lap tiles should be mechanically fixed with either a clip or nail. Roofing with interlocking tiles. Plain tiles like slates are uniform in shape and have no side interlocks allowing water to enter the gaps between the tiles. There is a reduction in weight of the overall roof covering compared to double lap tiling but the batton size will be larger.

Working on a roof involves working at height even on a bungalow so always use scaffolding or other stable platform never use just ladders. However they are susceptible to. Their weight is also substantially less than plain tiling with obvious savings in materials and roof structure costs. Most single lap tiles have a tongue and groove joint along the side edges to form a series of interlocking joints.

Single lap interlocking tiles are possibly the quickest and easiest to lay because one the roof is battened the tiles just hook on and overlap each other most common are the concrete type but other materials shapes are available. To ensure that your roof is compliant with the new standard our fixing specification service is available. Pantiles are single lap tiles. This sleek modern interlocking tile has a flat smooth single lap interlocking design with a slate like appearance enhanced by a broken bond laying pattern.