Commonly used roofing materials for better disaster safety

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Commonly Used Roofing Materials for Better Disaster Safety


Roofs are the most important aspect of any building, irrespective of whether it is designed for residential or commercial. That is why the primary focus of a roofing structures manufacturer is India and elsewhere is on ensuring robustness of the structures for enhanced disaster safety. Since, these manufacturers cater to the needs of both residential and commercial buildings, they need to choose high quality roofing materials that are not only strong enough but also prove to be cost effective. Discussed below are some common materials used by roofing

companies in India structures.

and across the globe for diverse


ďƒź Asphalt

Shingles:

Crafted from reinforced organic material along with wood fiber and fiber glass, this is one of the most preferred materials used in commercial buildings. These shingles last anywhere between 20 to 30 years and are available in a wide range of colors and textures, which gives them an elegant and stylish look. Laminated shingles are also available which have a life span of 25 to 50 years.


ďƒź Built-Up

Roof:

This roofing material is created by placing multiple layers of roof felt on top of each other and then laminating the pile together with bitumen. The roof felts used in the process can include bitumen-saturated felt, coated felt, polyester felt, or other fabrics. In order to protect the roof from the negative effects of natural elements, it is generally coated with a layer of a surface component made of asphalt, aggregate, emulsion or a granule-surfaced cap sheet.


ďƒź Metal

Roofing:

Metal roofing can be made from a wide variety of metals including standing seam, steel, aluminum metal tie, and copper. They have a life span of 30 to 50 years and are mostly used by companies dealing with commercial structures, such as a stadium roof manufacturer in India. These roofs can not only withstand extreme weather conditions but can prove truly cost effective in the long run. Some flexible metals can be used for creating beautiful roof designs that are also quite strong.


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