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Slate which is a type of stone is used for the roof tiles instead of shingles. It splits in thin sheets and is nailed to the roof the same as regular asphalt shingles.

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What is best roof tiles or slate?

Slate can last for a hundred years tiles less than half that.


Bearing wall carrying two sections of roof and want to put in a post and beam instead of the wall Wall is 12 ft long What size beam or glulam do you need?

too many variables here, mostly the size of the roof above it (steepness, weight of shingles, tile or slate? etc. You're best to overengineer it. A double thickness (3.5" X 12" or 16" wide) glulam will support a reasonably large roof above it, otherwise a simple double 2x12 would work for a 3/12 -6/12 pitch roof with light grade 30 year shingles.


What is a dual pitched roof?

a gable roof is double pitched with vertical ends


What is the difference between a coupled roof and a non-coupled roof?

From AS 1684.4 Residential Timber Framing Code 2.6.4.1 Coupled roof Pitched roof construction with a roof slope not less than 10°, with ceiling joists and collar ties fixed to opposing common rafter pairs and a ridgeboard at the apex of the roof (see Figure 7.1). A coupled roof system may include some area where it is not possible to fix ceiling joists or collar ties to all rafters, e.g., hip ends or parts of T- or L-shaped house. 2.6.4.2 Non-coupled roof A pitched roof that is not a coupled roof and includes cathedral roofs and roofs constructed using ridge and intermediate beams.


Difference between flat roof and pitch roof?

Roofs may be functionally flat or "pitched". In building construction, roof pitch is a numerical measure of the steepness of a roof. A flat roof on the otherhand, is a roof which is almost level in contrast to the many types of sloped roofs. The slope of a roof is properly known as its pitch and flat roofs have up to approximately 10°. If you have a flat roof, there is probably a leak in it or there will be a need for a flat roof repairs in the future.

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What are the procedures to maintain a slate roof?

Maintaining a slate roof is very important to avoid your roof from getting damaged. To maintain the natural slate roofing can be beautiful, it can be extremely heavy and expensive. CertainTeed manufactures various roofing shingles to replicate the look of natural slate roofing.


Is slate on a roof a compound?

Yes


How do you make a production slate?

Slate rock is normally used for roof tiles etc.


What company would best repair my roof?

It would depend on the type of roof. Do you have a slate roof or a shingled roof? In the Pittsburgh area i would recommend Rick John Roofing. Not sure if they work on slate, but they do work on shingled roofs.


What is best roof tiles or slate?

Slate can last for a hundred years tiles less than half that.


What pipe or bracket roof penetration method works in a slate tiled roof?

Lead flashing.


Which type of rock would be used to tile a roof with?

slate


Slate tiles for roofs?

Yes, plenty of people use slate tiles as a roof. However, they are designated to be used for the roof and not anything else.


Is slate roof tiles renewable?

yes depending on how much you use


Why does slate fall from roof?

Slate can fall from a roof due to harsh weather conditions like heavy rain or strong winds causing it to become dislodged. Improper installation or maintenance can also lead to slate falling from a roof. Additionally, aging or deteriorating slate tiles may be more prone to falling.


Do slate roofs use nails?

Generally, stainless steel or copper nails are used to fasten slate shingles to the roof sheathing.


Diagram on slate tiling a roof?

Diagram on slate tiling a roof depends upon various specifications related factors which can be best provided by any professional service provider as per the latest market trends.