Aqua Tile Concept

• Do you need to saw the Aqua Tile tile roofing sheets to size?

  The Aqua Tile concept is a modular roof tile concept that does not require you to cut the sheets. The sheets fit any rectangular roof and can be overlapped both vertically and horizontally, so there is no need to cut or trim them. If the roof has a sloping side, you can cut the Aqua Tile sheet using a handsaw.

• Can the Aqua Tile concept also be used on a pent or mono-pitched roof?

  Yes, you can use the tile roofing sheets on a pent or mono-pitched roof. Finish the sides with verge caps. Ensure a 5 cm overhang at the bottom. Finish the top with ridge caps.

• Do these tile roofing sheets produce a lot of noise when it rains?

  No. The tile roofing sheets are covered with a special coating and stone granulate that dampens noise.

• How are the tile roofing sheets fastened?

  Special Aqua Tile screws are available for fastening the tile roofing sheets. These screws are fitted with an EPDM washer to guarantee a waterproof seal. They also come in different colours. Each sheet colour has a matching screw so they don’t stand out and blend in with the sheets.

• How are the ridge caps attached to the tile roofing sheets?

  The ridge caps must only be attached to the tile roofing sheets.

• How do I shorten the Aqua Tile Metal tile roofing sheet?

  The Aqua Tile concept is a modular roof tile concept. The sheets fit any rectangular roof and can be overlapped both vertically and horizontally, so there is no need to cut or trim them.

• Can I install Aqua Tile sheets on XPS insulation fastened to the roof timbers?

  In principle, yes. You have to make sure that the screws are anchored in the roof timbers. The longest Aqua Tile screws are 35 mm long. If this is not long enough to accommodate the thickness of the XPS, you should use other screws. Be sure to use screws with an EPDM washer to guarantee a waterproof seal.

• Is a waterproof layer needed or not?

  We always recommend a waterproof layer, but it’s not required if the pitch is at least 10°. Please note: a pitch of 10° corresponds to a slope of 18%. If you are unsure whether your pitch is sufficient, it is always best to install a waterproof layer.

• Can Aqua Tile be fastened directly to OSB?

  We recommend installing the tile roofing sheets directly onto solid OSB boards. If the pitch is at least 10°, a waterproof layer is not required, but it is recommended. Please note: a pitch of 10° corresponds to a slope of 18%.

• Does my old roofing need to be removed first?

  No, you don’t need to remove an existing roof covering such as shingles or bitumen roofing membranes. The substrate must be nailable. If the existing roof covering is nailable, you don’t need to remove it.