Terracotta Clay Roof

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Terracotta clay roof.

At a high temperature of more than 1000 degrees the clay is solidified into ceramics. A little bit of history and how it s made the word is in fact latin meaning baked earth. Terracotta roof life expectancy with proper care clay roof tiles can last an incredibly long time. Vitrification creates a hard waterproof surface that withstands rain snow cycles of freezing and thawing and wears well in coastal areas with salt air.

The clay is first formed before it s left to dry. Terracotta in fact is a specific color of clay roof tiles. The word terracotta is derived from italian which means baked earth. Set your store to see local availability add to cart.

After more than 1200 degrees the ceramics are basically porcelainized. Terracotta clay roof tiles are attractive impermeable and durable. Terracotta roof tile is made from clay and other synthetic materials dried by wet embryos and then fired at high temperature. Terracotta composite asphalt roof panel standard ridge cap model ps841 11 11 11 11.

It is a clay based earthenware fired and it s body is porous. There are buildings existing today with clay tile roofs upwards of 100 years old that have yet to be replaced. While that s on the higher end you can easily expect your clay tiles to last 50 years or more with proper maintenance. Terracotta is a natural material made from clay that is fired at a high temperature until it vitrifies or fuses.