Roofing

Yes, the tar like substance that covers our streets can also be turned into tiles to cover roofs. First used in the United States in 1901, Asphalt Tiles can be made out of Organic material or Fiberglass and are known for being easy to install and a preferable material for areas that are hot – as Asphalt reflects heat making the interior of the home it protects cooler. Extremely durable – depen

If you’re looking for the look – and feel – of Terracotta or Slate without having to source the material, local suppliers readily offer PVC or Cement versions that perfectly emulate Terracotta and Slate. These are easier to mass produce, easier to replace and – especially in the case of PVC – more durable than natural roofing tiles. MC Home Depot itself does not carry Cement or PVC roof

Slate is the more European version of Terracotta. Slate is a rock that’s more or less easy to shape and form. Like Terracotta they tend to be quite non-porous – but unlike Terracotta, they have no need for an additional glaze coating to ensure their waterproofing. Slate may be a bit harder to source here in the Philippines which may mean it’s more expensive, and; while they are tougher than

While most Filipino homes prefer corrugated sheet metal roofs for their practicality, more and more Filipino homes are starting to use the roofing preferred by our former Spanish colonists – terracotta tiles. These clay-based, kiln baked ceramics are known for their reddish, pink, yellow or orange colors. While not exactly watertight, the kiln bake reduces their porousness. However for complete