Composite roofing tiles are state-of-the-art engineered products that provide comparable beauty, greater durability and easier installation than natural steep slope roofing products, such as clay tile, slate or cedar shake. Also known as synthetic roof shingles these durable tiles offer weather resistance, protection from environmental stressors, present luxurious good looks and deliver overall longevity. Made of a mixture of several commonly used roofing materials such as fiberglass, recycled paper products and asphalt, innovations in slate roofing such as GAF Synthetic slate tiles are attractive because of their lower cost, lighter weight and the flexibility of size options allows you to choose the best look for your home’s architecture.
Composite roofing Enviroshake® and Enviroshingle® premium composite roofing product uses 95% sustainable materials and replicate natural taper-sawn cedar shakes that offer a truly rustic authentic finish. Composite roofing shingles are not susceptible to mold, mildew, fungus, rot, or insect infestation; does not crack, split, peel or warp and comes in most any color, shape or size which makes them a highly versatile choice. Composite synthetic roofing is hail resistant and can withstand severe weather conditions as well as temperature fluctuations. But if necessary if damaged, composite shingles can be replaced on an individual basis. Slate composite shingles are lighter in weight and cheaper in cost. At approximately a quarter of the weight of natural slate, composite shingles are easier to transport and install.
Composite shingles are most recognized for their durability. While other roofing shingles last an average of 15-20 years, fiberglass cedar shingles and other composite alternatives can carry up to 50 year warranties. Composite shingles are fire resistant and don’t have problems with moisture. These manufactured products that replicate asphalt shingles, concrete tile, clay tile, metal panels, slate, wood shakes and wood shingles are made of synthetic materials that contain recycled plastic and/or rubber as a key ingredient making them an environmentally good choice for roofing material.
