GET TO KNOW METAL SAND TILES
As the name implies, sand metal tile is made of metal or metal-based materials. This type has a sandy top layer. This is what distinguishes it from minimalist metal tile. Regular or minimalist metal tile does not have a top layer like sand metal tile.
The materials used to make sand metal roof tiles are galvalume az 100 steel, zincalume, zinc phosphate, and a mixture of coraltex. This coraltex mixture material makes the top layer of this metal tile like sand.
This sandy top layer aims to withstand the scorching rays of the sun from entering the house. Sand metal roof tiles have thickness sizes ranging from 0.20 millimeters (mm) to 0.40 mm. In addition, this tile has different color variants, models and durability. You can adjust it as needed. The weight or weight of this tile is relatively light. You don't need a tight roof frame anymore. For installation, you need a roof truss made of light steel material. This makes it easy to install.
So that the tile does not come off when exposed to strong winds, the installation of this tile must be neat, thorough, and careful. In addition, it will be faster to work or install this tile if you have a lightweight steel roof. This tile is classified as environmentally friendly and does not require expensive costs for maintenance.
EXCESS OF METAL SAND TILES
1. Anti-rust and Corrosive
Sand metal tile contains zinc, aluminum, and anti-rust coating. After that, the new tile was painted. This tile has anti-rust and corrosive resistance or chemical abrasion thanks to the material contained in it.
2. Not Flammable
This tile is not flammable or non combustible. This tile also does not conduct fire. In addition, this tile has the ability to reduce lightning strikes safely when it rains with lightning.
3. Can Muffle Noise
This sand metal tile has an outer layer that can reduce noise or noise from outside the house. During the rainy season, heavy rainfall can cause noise. This tile can reduce it.
4. Have Many Choices
There are various kinds of metal sand tile choices in terms of color, model, thickness, and others. You can adjust it to your needs and also the funds you have, one of which is to match the color of the house.
5. Eco-friendly
This sand metal tile is made of environmentally friendly materials when compared to other tiles. One of them is asbestos tile. Asbestos material that is easily released can endanger human health.
6. Has a Special Key System
This tile installation uses a specially designed lock system so that it is not easy to open. When the wind is strong or when stepped on, this tile does not shift easily. There is a lock system that holds the tiles together.
LACK OF METAL SAND TILES
1. The ability to reduce heat is low
This tile does have a layer with a high galvalume material content, but the ability to reduce heat is only up to 70 percent.
2. Sufficiently Vulnerable to Pressure
This tile only has a thickness of 0.20 to 0.40 mm so it is quite susceptible to heavy stress such as being stepped on.
3. Tile Color Easily Peeled Off
One other disadvantage is the color layer of the tile that peels off easily. Therefore, when installing, you must be careful not to peel the color off.
