Hello everyone,
We are currently choosing roof tiles from the house supplier (I’ve already learned here that the word "concrete" is used, and that the common term "roof tile" usually refers to clay tiles, or is that not correct?).
The options are exclusively products from the company Nelskamp. First of all, this manufacturer is mentioned here in the forum as a reliable and good producer, right?
The standard range includes the shapes Sigma pan, Crown pan, S pan, and Finkenbeiner pan. All are in the Longlife matte style. According to the manufacturer’s website, these are all concrete tiles. Is there a good reason to switch to clay tiles, which would also justify the higher cost?
Does anyone know these tile shapes and can explain the differences? I have looked at them myself but hardly see any difference. The only thought I had from physics class is that the S pan, due to its edge instead of a wave, might be more vulnerable to wind?
In terms of appearance, it’s actually not important to me—the roof has such a low pitch that I wouldn’t really see it anyway. So you could say, if there is a traditional tile shape that lasts long due to extensive experience and accumulates little dirt, I’m open to suggestions.
Many thanks for your input and experiences.
We are currently choosing roof tiles from the house supplier (I’ve already learned here that the word "concrete" is used, and that the common term "roof tile" usually refers to clay tiles, or is that not correct?).
The options are exclusively products from the company Nelskamp. First of all, this manufacturer is mentioned here in the forum as a reliable and good producer, right?
The standard range includes the shapes Sigma pan, Crown pan, S pan, and Finkenbeiner pan. All are in the Longlife matte style. According to the manufacturer’s website, these are all concrete tiles. Is there a good reason to switch to clay tiles, which would also justify the higher cost?
Does anyone know these tile shapes and can explain the differences? I have looked at them myself but hardly see any difference. The only thought I had from physics class is that the S pan, due to its edge instead of a wave, might be more vulnerable to wind?
In terms of appearance, it’s actually not important to me—the roof has such a low pitch that I wouldn’t really see it anyway. So you could say, if there is a traditional tile shape that lasts long due to extensive experience and accumulates little dirt, I’m open to suggestions.
Many thanks for your input and experiences.
I’m adding pictures of the four types now.
FINKENBERGER TILE
KRONEN TILE
SIGMA TILE
S TILE
Can anyone provide more information about these?
Also, I have a question: Does the tile color affect the indoor climate in a modern house? I am building a cold roof, meaning the top floor ceiling will be insulated, but the roof itself will not be.
Can anyone provide more information about these?
Also, I have a question: Does the tile color affect the indoor climate in a modern house? I am building a cold roof, meaning the top floor ceiling will be insulated, but the roof itself will not be.
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hampshire27 Oct 2021 00:06Concrete tends to develop efflorescence and gather moss more quickly than brick, so bricks generally remain looking better for much longer. For me, that is the main difference. There may be others (weight, carbon footprint, heat retention...).
In principle, it is good if a roof tile or shingle can be easily laid and adjusted. There are differences, but I would rank those below appearance.
Regardless of which Nelskamp product you choose, assuming you have a skilled roofer and carpenter, you will get a solid and durable roof.
In principle, it is good if a roof tile or shingle can be easily laid and adjusted. There are differences, but I would rank those below appearance.
Regardless of which Nelskamp product you choose, assuming you have a skilled roofer and carpenter, you will get a solid and durable roof.
hampshire schrieb:
Concrete tends to start efflorescing more quickly and collects moss more easily than brick, so bricks usually remain attractive for much longer.Exactly!
If you have a flat roof, I would definitely recommend using clay tiles.
Hello everyone!
Thanks in advance for your answers!
That already makes me feel more positive! Thanks for confirming my assumption about Nelskamp.
Of course, it’s not ideal that all the tiles offered to me at no extra cost are made of concrete. I should definitely ask about the additional cost for clay tiles. In theory, the appearance doesn’t matter to me since I won’t really see it, but you also want to be fair to the neighbors above me 😉.
Another point is that I just looked on Nelskamp’s website and saw that they have 23 different shapes of clay roof tiles! I was already overwhelmed with just the 4 concrete tile options I was given 😱.
How do you even make a decision here? (And why is there so much choice anyway??) 🤨
Thermal behavior might be another topic—are clay tiles the better option here as well? Is black maybe not ideal, since that’s practically the only thing I had decided on right away.
Does it make a difference if I plan to cover as much as possible with photovoltaic panels?
What counts as a flat roof? Would you still consider 22 degrees flat?
So many questions, especially for such a seemingly simple topic like roof covering... 🙄
Thanks in advance for your answers!
hampshire schrieb:
No matter which Nelskamp product you choose, assuming you have a competent roofer and carpenter, you will get a good and durable roof.
That already makes me feel more positive! Thanks for confirming my assumption about Nelskamp.
Of course, it’s not ideal that all the tiles offered to me at no extra cost are made of concrete. I should definitely ask about the additional cost for clay tiles. In theory, the appearance doesn’t matter to me since I won’t really see it, but you also want to be fair to the neighbors above me 😉.
Another point is that I just looked on Nelskamp’s website and saw that they have 23 different shapes of clay roof tiles! I was already overwhelmed with just the 4 concrete tile options I was given 😱.
How do you even make a decision here? (And why is there so much choice anyway??) 🤨
Thermal behavior might be another topic—are clay tiles the better option here as well? Is black maybe not ideal, since that’s practically the only thing I had decided on right away.
Does it make a difference if I plan to cover as much as possible with photovoltaic panels?
Zubi123 schrieb:
If you have a flat roof, I would definitely go for the clay tiles.
What counts as a flat roof? Would you still consider 22 degrees flat?
So many questions, especially for such a seemingly simple topic like roof covering... 🙄
@AxelH.
You posted a picture of your roof at the beginning of 2018 and mentioned that it features the Nelskamp Sigma tile:
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/haus-bilderthread-zeigt-her-eure-hausbilder.14011/page-325#post-246769
and @Baukind, in mid-2019, you shared a few pictures of the Finkenberger tile on your roof:
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/garten-auf-zwei-ebenen-terrassieren.31367/#post-329021
Do you both perhaps have more recent pictures, specifically of the roof? How satisfied are you with your choice after a few years?
You posted a picture of your roof at the beginning of 2018 and mentioned that it features the Nelskamp Sigma tile:
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/haus-bilderthread-zeigt-her-eure-hausbilder.14011/page-325#post-246769
and @Baukind, in mid-2019, you shared a few pictures of the Finkenberger tile on your roof:
https://www.hausbau-forum.de/threads/garten-auf-zwei-ebenen-terrassieren.31367/#post-329021
Do you both perhaps have more recent pictures, specifically of the roof? How satisfied are you with your choice after a few years?
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