Flexible tiles, so popular in the West, were finally appreciated by developers and owners of private houses in our country. Soft roof Shinglas provides not only silence in the house, but also protects from rain.
Strength and durability, as well as ease of roofing installation, make this material very attractive in the construction of not only mansard roofs, but also others.
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Why choose Shinglas?
First of all, it is worth noting the impressive performance in sound insulation soft roofs from this type of tile. It not only muffles the sounds of rain or hail, but also reduces the penetration of other noise into the house (from nearby roads or railways, industrial enterprises and construction sites). These qualities are especially useful if your house has an attic floor.
Roofing shinglas has and amazing waterproofing properties as well as magnificent resistance to changing climatic factors and harmful environments. It is perfect for our harsh Russian climate and is not afraid of either severe frosts or summer heat. Such a roof is not afraid of the negative effects of ultraviolet solar radiation and even acid rain, unlike roofs made of many other materials.
Durability and strength Shinglas roof tiles are explained by its structure, it consists of five layers, the main of which is fiberglass impregnated with bitumen. Basalt chips in the shingles protect it from mechanical and natural damage, and also contributes to its coloring in a variety of colors.
Warranty periods may vary depending on subspecies and collections: for example, the Ultra collection is 25 years old, and the laminated Shinglas from the Jazz collection can last up to 50 years!
Another advantage of soft tiles is its high fire safety and harmlessness to humans and its environment. You will not feel any smells even when the sultry rays of the sun glow the roof.
Special attention should be paid to such remarkable characteristics as simplicity and ease of laying. You will not need special tools or any specific skills to complete these tasks. Soft flexible tiles are well mounted on the base of FSF plywood or OSB boards.
Today, the entire assortment of Shinglas tiles is widely available on the Russian market of roofing materials. You can easily find what suits you in both shape and color so that your roof is modern, reliable and unique.
About Shinglas tile manufacturers and manufacturers
The production of soft tiles is widely developed in many developed countries in Europe. This is due to its excellent characteristics (durability, affordable price, ease of installation and attractive appearance). It should be noted some nuances and subtleties in the technology of its production, which requires the use of appropriate special equipment.
In Russia, the production of soft roofs is carried out by the leader in the roofing materials industry, the TekhnoNIKOL factory, and more precisely, Shinglas soft tiles using the latest European equipment are produced in Ryazan by a joint venture of the famous Spanish company ChoVa and our TekhnoNIKOL corporation.
The production of soft tiles is certified and complies with the international standard ISO 9001, which guarantees the quality created in accordance with these requirements. Here, using a computer system, all technological processes are monitored, and the quality of the material at the final stage is also checked. Automation of production eliminates the possibility of human errors and ensures that all parameters are met in accordance with the standard for the material.
Today in Russia, of all such materials, only Shinglas soft tiles have a brand that speaks of compliance with European CE standards. In its production, the best raw materials from around the world (from the largest suppliers) are used, and many years of experience in Europe, Canada and America are used.
After the plates of the soft roof are ready, a protective film is applied to their inner side at the factory. It will prevent the plates in the package from sticking together.
As you can see, the manufacturers of Shinglas tiles take into account all the smallest nuances so that customers are satisfied and always receive only the highest quality material.
Do not forget to remove this film before installation so that the self-adhesive surface, which is necessary to facilitate the installation process, opens.
What does a soft roof consist of?
Shinglas roofing is a multi-layer structure.
At its core, this material contains fiberglasswhich is not subject to neither corrosion nor decay. It is widely used by domestic and foreign manufacturing companies. Fiberglass consists of individual glass fibers that are distributed as evenly as possible, and then combined to form a canvas. Its important property is that fiberglass holds its shape well, it does not decay and is not subject to corrosion.
Fiberglass is impregnated on both sides with a special bitumen for roofing, which gives Shinglas tiles a number of remarkable properties during operation. Bitumen is an equally important element in the composition of tiles. This natural material is formed by distillation of oil. Its heat resistance under normal conditions ranges from 35 to 45 degrees, which is not enough for operation on the roof. The roof of the house, especially in hot summers, can even glow up to 90 degrees. Therefore, they developed a technology that improves the heat resistance of bitumen: oxygen is passed through the molten mass of bitumen at a temperature close to 185 degrees. After that, the heat resistance increases to 95 degrees.
Many companies, on their own (in laboratories and research centers) conduct tests in which bitumen is frozen, heated, and subjected to very different loads. Very strict requirements for the quality of bitumen are made by all manufacturers and buyers of Shinglas tiles. On samples of each batch of soft roofs, it is checked for its important properties (heat resistance, flexibility, strength, softening temperature) for compliance with actual operating conditions.
After impregnation with bitumen, the lower side of the tile is covered with a self-adhesive layer of polymer bitumen mass. And from above put a layer of powder from a special basalt crumbs. It helps to create unique color solutions using different shades of basalt, and also serves to prevent mechanical damage and protection against ultraviolet rays and external noise.
Where is flexible tile used?
Shinglas tile is a high-quality roofing covering which has the most various scopes. Separate individual systems during construction, where it is recommended to use a soft roof. Let's consider some of them.
1. TN-CHINGLAS Classic
This system is used when installing a cold attic in houses with pitched roofs of any configuration and complexity.
The main components of the system are:
- soft tile Shinglas;
- lining self-adhesive carpet (Barrier OS GCH);
- OSP-3 or FSF wooden flooring ;:
- rafter leg;
- sparse crate.
This system offers great opportunities for installing a cold attic when implementing roofing projects that are difficult in architecture. SHINGLAS bituminous tiles provide absolute tightness due to their unique properties. It forms a reliable coating during installation. A variety of colors and many forms of such a coating allow you to create unusual designs, achieving original art effects.
The application of the system will allow you to feel comfort when living in the house for a long time, and this depends largely on the quality and the correct combination of the materials used in construction.
The advantages of using such a system are: ease of installation of the roof, absolutely tight roofing, ease of use on a variety of forms of roof, even very difficult ones.
2. TN-SHINGLAS Attic
This system is very successfully used in the construction of the attic floor, which is being built in cottages and in low-rise houses with attics.
The main components of the system are
- soft tile Shinglas;
- lining self-adhesive carpet (Barrier OS GCH);
- superdiffuse membrane TechnoNICOL;
- stone wool TECHNOLIGHT;
- vapor barrier film TekhnoNIKOL;
- wooden flooring (OSP-3 or FSF);
- the lathing is rarefied;
- counter beam (necessary when creating a ventilation duct);
- step crate (for insulation);
- rafter leg;
- lining of the attic.
If you decide to optimally organize the space under the roof, i.e. make maximum use of the entire volume of your house, then the most successful choice will be in favor of using an attic residential floor, rather than a simple attic. This option is most relevant in a modern metropolis and the constant growth of large cities.
The free layout of the attic gives a special charm to the space under the roof. It allows you to create cozy and comfortable interiors, taking into account the wishes of residents and guests of the house. This system (TN-SHINGLAS Mansard) is used for the design and construction of houses with an attic.
The system includes materials that are produced at TekhnoNIKOL factories in accordance with ISO 9001: 2008 quality standards. The end customer receives high-quality materials at very competitive prices also because flexible tiles are produced in Russia, and the absence of logistics and customs costs reduces its cost compared to imported tiles.
The use of a superdiffusion membrane in the system, which is located above the heater and protects it from blowing stone wool, is a significant plus. This eliminates the "weathering" of heat, and also removes water vapor from the insulation to the outside, which prevents the formation of condensate.
A wide range of colors and original shapes of cutting flexible Shinglas tiles (as a roofing material) allows you to create a unique architectural image of the building's roof. In addition, it forms, thanks to the content of bitumen, a unique coating that ensures complete tightness of the entire system.
The advantage of using such a system is: effective use of the entire volume of the building; simplicity and ease of installation; use on any type of roof, including even such rare ones - onion and tent roofs.
Using flexible Shinglas tiles to cover the attic roof, you can create an excellent microclimate in the attic, while protecting yourself and your loved ones from unwanted noise, from the cold or the sweltering heat.
So, the acquaintance with the wonderful soft roof made of flexible certified Shinglas tiles has been completed.From the foregoing, the following conclusions can be drawn: it is a very strong and durable material, it is easy to work with it when installing the roof, it is environmentally friendly and will perfectly protect you and your loved ones from the weather and annoying city noise.
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