How To Maintain Roof Tiles?
Rongguan Glass Material For Building Co., Ltd mainly produces different kinds of clay roof tiles like Roman Clay Roof Tile,Now give some tips for you to maintian your roof tiles
Compared to other types, tile roofs have several significant advantages. The ceramic tile structure can resist pests and withstand harsh weather conditions. They also have excellent thermal performance, which can reduce the ambient temperature of the roof platform. The tile roof has multiple colors to choose from, complementing the appearance of your home. A properly installed tile roof can be used for over 100 years with only moderate maintenance. If you need to know how to maintain tile roofs, please follow these guidelines.
1) Regularly inspect your tile roof. The tile roof is very durable, but it still requires occasional inspection. Look for broken or shattered tiles. Damaged parts must be replaced immediately. Take appropriate measures to reduce the impact of other issues with tile roofs
2) Do not use high-pressure cleaning of the roof
3) Refurbish your roof. After cleaning the roof and drying it, you may need to take additional measures to protect and repair the surface.
Polishing: Over time, ceramic tiles will produce chalky deposits on their surface. This is called weathering and is caused by natural chemical reactions in artificial concrete. Weathering can darken the surface gloss, but it will never affect the structural integrity of tiles. Use a clean cloth to polish the tiles
Primer: Apply transparent alkyd primer to the roof. This gives the surface a protective luster that reflects sunlight, keeping your home cool. Primer also helps to fill the porous surface of concrete, making it effectively waterproof.
Painting: Using heavy-duty acrylic paint. These polymers provide durable, waterproof finishes while improving the appearance of the roof. Some paints also have mold resistance. Although gently sanding the tiles with fine sandpaper helps the paint adhere better to the surface, this practice is impractical when painting roofs. Use a spraying machine for this work, taking care not to spray other parts of the structure.
Sealing: The use of transparent acrylic sealant is a key part of roof repair engineering. Use sealant to help restore the color and durability of existing tiles.
4) Immediately replace damaged tiles. Once any chipped, cracked or damaged tiles are found, they should be immediately removed. Damaged tiles can affect the roof's ability to withstand rainwater and sunlight. To replace the tiles, slide the flat strip below the 2 tiles above the damaged block. Place another flat steel strip under the tile on the left side of the damaged tile. Gently pry up the crossbar and remove the damaged tiles. Replace the roof cushion before installing new tiles. After replacing the tiles, first pull out the left rod, then pull out the upper rod
5) Walk very carefully on your tiled roof. You must regularly go to the roof to clean the surface and carry out repairs. Ceramic tiles are very fragile and walking on them may seriously damage the roof. The key to walking on a tiled roof is to distribute your weight in a wider area than your feet. To this end, experienced workers laid plywood sidewalks when crossing tile roofs and treated them with foam backboards. Do not walk along the delicate edges of tiles or special tiles that are difficult to replace