Inexpensive and high quality. But first, let's find out what properties a good one has. roofing material.
What to consider when choosing
- Durable to withstand significant loads in the form of snow or water.
- Weather resistance.
- Light weight so as not to load supporting structures.
- Easy to assemble, little waste when fitting.
- Long service life.
- Ease of maintenance, maintainability.
It is desirable that the price of the material is not too high. It’s good if the coating has an attractive appearance that lasts throughout its service life. So that the roof not only protects, but also decorates the building.
Metal tiles
Imitation of traditional ceramic tiles. It is a molded product coated with protective layers zinc and polymers. The shape of the shingles varies from trapezoidal to semicircular, and is painted in different colors. Compared to corrugated sheets, it has an attractive appearance and smaller width. The latter makes installation easier.
pros
- Low weight of about 6 kg per square meter. m. This allows you to lay the sheets on the sheathing and use them for houses with lightweight.
- Strength of the assembled roof. This is due to the reliability of metal tiles and the small number of seams.
- Durability. Serves on average 50 years. Metal tiles are used in all climatic conditions, withstanding both extremely low and high temperatures.
- Simple, quick installation. Held at any time of the year. The presence of special fasteners and other components makes it easier. It is possible to equip the roof with high quality only with their help.
- Fire resistance.
Minuses
Metal tiles have low insulating characteristics. Additional noise and heat insulation is required. The attractive relief keeps snow on the roof, so the recommended angle of inclination of the slope is observed. It cannot be less than 14°.
Covering complex roofs with metal tiles is unprofitable. Adjustment of the pattern is required, because of this, waste during trimming can amount to up to a third of the required amount. The protective polymer layer is vulnerable to mechanical damage. Even a small scratch will become a “gate” for corrosion. For this reason, when laying it, they handle it very carefully, paint over all holes and cuts, and use only special fasteners.
Bituminous shingles
A representative of the flexible group, a kind of multi-layer “pie”. It is made on the basis of fiberglass, which is impregnated with modified bitumen. Apply on top decorative coating. This is colored mineral chips. It not only protects, but also decorates the product. The bottom of the fiberglass is covered with polymer-bitumen frost-resistant mastic.
The lowest layer is a film, it prevents the parts from sticking together. Removable during installation.
pros
- Good noise and thermal insulation characteristics. Arrangement additional protection not required.
- Strength and elasticity that fiberglass does not lose even at low temperatures. This allows the material to be laid on a base of complex shape.
- Light weight, about 5 kg per square meter. m. This greatly simplifies installation and does not place a significant load on the supporting structures.
- Long service life. U different manufacturers it varies from 30 to 50 years.
- Big choice shapes, colors.
- Easy installation. You can cover the roof with flexible plates without the help of specialists.
First of all, it should only be placed on a continuous sheathing made of moisture-resistant material. This increases the price square meter. For this reason, the costs of metal roofing are approximately the same, despite the significant difference in price.
There are restrictions on the angle of inclination. If it is less than 12°, cover flexible material roofing is not allowed. For structures with a slope of 12° to 18°, it is desirable to install additional waterproofing on fragments exposed to moisture. One of the small disadvantages is the roughness of the plates, which means that they will have to be cleaned more often. High temperatures are not dangerous for bitumen, but soften it. Therefore, move along the tiles in hot weather it is forbidden.
Ondulin
Natural cellulose is used for its production. The fibers are heated, pressed, and shaped into wavy sheets. Finished goods painted in various colors, impregnated with bitumen. Thanks to this technology, the plates acquire good water resistance, in which they are superior to almost all analogues.
pros
- Light weight. The sheet is four times lighter than a slate sheet of similar area. This makes transportation and installation easier. Strengthen truss structure or the foundation will not be necessary.
- Weather resistance. Acids, alkalis, and petroleum products are not dangerous to ondulin plates. Therefore, industrial gases and acid rain will not spoil it.
- Hygiene and... The coating does not emit toxic fumes. Contaminants do not linger on it.
- Good insulating properties. The house will be quiet even during heavy rain.
- Low price, which allows you to inexpensively equip the roof.
- Ease of installation. The plates bend and are easily cut with a regular hacksaw. They are secured to special nails, which are driven into the highest point of the wave.
Despite its many advantages, ondulin is not always chosen for private homes. Much more often used for or outbuildings. The reason lies in negative reviews. They appear after improper installation. For example, each sheet must have at least 20 nails, otherwise the strength will suffer greatly. The sheathing pitch affects it; it should be no more than 60 cm. Failure to comply with the technology leads to loss of performance properties.
If everything is done correctly, ondulin will last 15-20 years. Considering its price, this is very good.
Minuses
An indisputable disadvantage is flammability and fading. These shortcomings cannot be eliminated. Despite the assurances of manufacturers, the biological stability of ondulin is approximately the same as slate. Shaded, damp areas may “bloom” after 3-4 years.
It is difficult to answer unequivocally whether it is better and cheaper to cover houses. To find correct solution, it is necessary to take into account the climate, operating conditions, location of the building, etc. There are many options, you can always choose the best one from them.
- Material prepared by: Inna Yasinovskaya
It’s not for nothing that private housing developers are looking for the cheapest roofing material. After all, the cost factor plays an important role when choosing a suitable roof. However, the economical price should not come to the fore without taking into account other factors: the architectural design of the roof, the purpose of the building, the weight of the roofing material and the budget allocated for these purposes. That is, one should always proceed from the best price/quality ratio.
When choosing a roofing material, you need to take into account the architecture of the roof, the purpose of the building, the weight of the material and its cost.
One cannot discount the fact that the load from the roof consists not only of the weight of the rafters and roofing material, but also winter period from the weight of the snow falling on the roof and from the constant wind loads in the area. For middle zone In Russia, the last two indicators are usually taken equal to 200 kg per sq. m. The angle of inclination of the slope should also be taken into account.
How to cover the roof of a house so that everything suits you and is cheaper? Getting to know the diversity existing coatings on the market, the choice will not be so difficult.
Requirements for roofing.
Roofing material must be:
- high strength;
- durable;
- resistant to weather conditions (frost, heat, moisture, solar radiation, exposure to oxygen);
- good sound and heat insulator;
- anti-corrosion;
- fire resistant.
Variety of roofing materials
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Tiled roofing types
Ceramic tiles without additional fixation can be used for roofs with a slope of 22-60 degrees.
Shingles are among the oldest roofing materials. Houses in the old quarters of Europe are covered with this particular type of roofing with variegated colors. Previously they only produced ceramic tiles, now the range of materials is much wider.
These pieces are pieced (the size of one plate is 30 by 30 cm), fired in a kiln and acquired a brownish-red tint. Glazed tiles look more attractive and are more convenient to use: neither snow nor rain moisture will remain on them. The weight of one piece after firing is over 2 kg.
The shape of the elements can be different: wavy, tape, grooved, grooved, etc. And at the same time, the mounting options will be different. But the properties of all products are similar to each other. When laying, try to lay the tiles so that the plate on top covers one third of the bottom.
The use of tiles is advisable for buildings of any number of storeys with a roof slope in the range of 22-60 degrees. With a greater slope, additional mechanical fixation of each tile is provided using a screw or nail. For a slight slope, provide high level roof ventilation and waterproofing.
Advantages: the coating is reliable, durable, non-flammable, frost-resistant over 1000 cycles, does not corrode, has good indicator sound insulation, easy to repair (only damaged areas are replaced, without resorting to dismantling the entire roof). The disadvantages include the heaviness and fragility of the material, the need for waterproofing, the use of additional fasteners and reinforcement of the sheathing for complex roof configurations.
Cement-sand tiles.
Cement-sand tiles are very similar to ceramic tiles, but their price is much lower.
The mixture of sand and cement hardens under pressure and is covered with glaze (not always). This is how these tiles are prepared. In appearance it is indistinguishable from ceramic products. 1 square meter of area is equal to a weight of 35-45 kg. Recommended for covering roofs with a slope of 20º-60º. It requires a backing in the form of a waterproofing carpet. Price - from 10 to 20 $.
Advantages: resistance to external influences (including ultraviolet radiation), high frost resistance. It gains strength over the years. The downside is that the material is heavy and can produce up to 10% scrap during transportation.
Bituminous tiles
During the manufacturing process, the bitumen plate is covered with cellulose, fiberglass or polyester. The shade is achieved by dyeing. The sheets have dimensions of 30 by 100 cm, their weight is 8-12 kg per square meter. Price - from 8 to 10 $ per sq.m. Purchased for structures with a slope greater than 12º. Requires a backing made of moisture resistant plywood. The flexibility of the bituminous material allows it to be used on arbitrary roof configurations with different curves. The bitumen-rubber layer, when exposed to the sun, glues the sheet plates into one monolithic surface.
The advantages include: strength, resistance to rotting and rust. Local dismantling and subsequent repairs are allowed. Suitable for triangular, rounded and multi-pitched roofs. Protects against noise. Choice of colors and materials. It is not included in the category of elite coatings, as it is flammable and loses color saturation from ultraviolet radiation.
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Metal types of coatings
Metal tiles.
It is not clear why this metal sheet, stamped like a tile covering, is called tile. The sheet is steel galvanized on both sides with a polymer layer applied. Thanks to this layer and the resulting shade, this coating was called that way. Sheet weight - 3-5 kg per sq.m. Cost - 7-15 $ per meter. Purpose: for roofs with a slope of more than 15º. A smaller slope requires sealing the joints of the sheets. Installation of sheets: along the slope - by 250 mm or more, across - by 1 corrugation.
When there is a budget deficit, this choice is considered the most optimal in almost any situation.
The material is easy to install, resistant to impacts, weighs little and is cheap. But you shouldn’t expect protection from noise from it.
Profiled sheets.
Most simple variety metal coatings, represented by corrugated sheets of galvanized steel. The waves have different heights, width and shape. The minimum slope for profiled sheets is 10º. It requires a sheathing with glassine reinforced with self-tapping screws. It is also permissible to lay sheets on top of the previous coating (for example, roofing felt).
The material is used mainly for buildings with 1-3 floors. The advantages are: accelerated and simple installation, durability, reliability. But there is no sound or heat insulation.
Folded metal roofs: made of steel, aluminum, copper.
They are made from smooth, untreated sheets. Steel can have a galvanized or polymer layer. Fastened by interlocking folded edges. The minimum slope is 20º. They require an anti-condensation film to be placed on the rafters. Steel is simple, cheap and not prestigious. It will rust if there is no coating.
Copper roofing looks more attractive: initially a bright yellow-red color, gradually becoming covered with a greenish patina. At the same time, in addition to protecting against corrosion, the material acquires a certain nobility.
However, the price of copper and aluminum is not cheap.
Aluminum roofing is the lightest: it weighs 2-3 kg per square meter. Steel is heavier - 4-5 kg per sq.m. And copper is the heaviest of all - 10 kg per m.
Despite the decorativeness, fire resistance, light weight and the ability to give different shapes, the folded material does not insulate sufficiently from noise and heat leakage and is not impact resistant.
The better and cheaper way to cover the roof of a house The beauty of a house's roof depends on many factors, but the roofing deck plays a major role. The correct choice of roofing coating depends on how comprehensively the material has been analyzed and all its properties have been correctly assessed.2015-10-12T17:30:15+03:00
The beauty of a house's roof depends on many factors, but the roofing deck plays a major role. The correct choice of roofing coating depends on how comprehensively the material has been analyzed and all its properties have been correctly assessed. Only after a detailed study of the roofing materials market can you decide what is best to cover the roof of your house and which flooring will be cheaper.
The main characteristics of roofing decking that should be taken into account when purchasing building materials:
- Compatibility of the configuration, color and texture of the roof with facade cladding houses, landscape style;
- Strength, durability, roof resistance to numerous external influences;
- The mass of roofing modules, which affects the method of erecting the rafter system;
- Labor intensity and cost installation work when installing the roof;
- Plasticity, the ability to form a roof of complex shape;
- The degree of noiselessness of the coating under the influence of precipitation;
- Price category of building materials.
Comparative table of properties and costs of roofing materials:
Roofing material | Advantages | Flaws | Price, rub./m2 |
Reasonable price. Variability of shapes and color palette. Ease of installation. Mechanical strength. Light weight. Moisture and frost resistance. | Risk of corrosion. | ||
Flexible tiles | Presentable appearance, variety of colors. Easy to install and repair. High heat and sound insulation. Moisture resistance. | Susceptibility to deformation due to temperature changes. | |
Ceramic tiles | Noble appearance. Excellent sound and heat insulation. Durability is about 100 years. | Considerable weight. High price. Labor-intensive installation. | 1000 or more |
Affordable price. Durability (at least 30 years) Lightness and strength. Easy to install and repair. Environmental friendliness and biosustainability. Frost and moisture resistance. Attractive appearance, wide range of colors. | High fire hazard. Susceptibility to deformation from mechanical stress and temperature changes. | ||
Budget cost. Frost and moisture resistance. Simplified installation diagram. | Low level of noise and heat insulation. Low strength, especially along the edge of the roof. Susceptibility to the formation of fungal and mold outbreaks. | ||
Corrugated sheet | Low price. Durability provided proper installation. Simplified installation diagram, easy repair. Moisture, frost, fire resistance. Light weight. | Low level of noise absorption and thermal insulation. Susceptibility to corrosion. The need for a lightning rod. |
Traditional tiles
Tiles are one of the oldest roofing materials known since ancient times. If previously it was made only from clay, now sand-cement and lime-sand mixtures are used, covered with colored glaze or engobe, achieving high wear resistance of the modules. The key advantages of classic tiles include their ideal durability (about 100 years) and environmental friendliness, fire, water and frost resistance, noiselessness and low costs during roof operation.
Fundamental disadvantages of traditional tiled roof- fragility, high price and massiveness, requiring significant strengthening load-bearing walls and arrangement of a strong foundation. Among other things, when arranging a tile roof, a steep slope is required for effective snow removal and runoff storm water, and installation of the flooring is significantly complicated due to the piece nature of the material.
Metal tiles are made from profiled metal sheet(steel, copper, aluminum) with protective zinc and decorative polymer coating. The beauty of the material is achieved through stylization to resemble natural ceramic tiles. High aesthetics and resistance to fading, reliability and durability, ease of installation and budget cost - these are the key advantages of a metal tile roof. In addition, the low weight of metal tiles makes it much easier rafter system and foundation design, reducing the cost of building the house as a whole.
The disadvantages of metal tile flooring include:
- Susceptibility to corrosion, especially in areas with a damaged polymer layer, in places where sheets are cut and along the contour of mounting holes.
- High noise level, the need for thorough sound insulation of the roof.
- Increased thermal conductivity, requiring high-quality thermal insulation of the coating.
- The metal creates a cold bridge, due to which condensation forms in the under-roof space of a metal tile roof - the installation of a sealed membrane is mandatory.
Flexible roofing (bitumen shingles) is made from fiberglass, impregnated with bitumen and enriched with colored stone coating. This roofing decking is moisture resistant and not subject to corrosion processes. Flexible tiles are plastic, which allows them to be used for arranging spherical and dome-shaped roofs, as well as roofs of complex geometry. Light weight, variety of shapes and shades, noiselessness are the cardinal advantages of the material. The main disadvantage is the high cost of installation, which requires the installation of a solid base flooring made of wood or plywood. In general, flexible tiles are cheaper than ceramic tiles, but more expensive than metal tiles.
A modern type of flexible tile is Onduvilla roofing material. This is a coating that maintains volume and color uniformity throughout its entire service life. Onduvilla perfectly waterproofs and does not make noise in the rain, does not heat up in the heat and does not crack in the cold. Condensation does not accumulate under such a roof, and installation and transportation of the material is simplified due to the small format of the modules.
Ondulin - practical and budget material for roofing, imitating slate. Light in weight, silent and moisture-resistant, durable and flexible, easy to install - ondulin has a lot of advantages - due to this, it has gained the love of many private developers.
Advantages of ondulin:
- Reduced roof weight due to the low weight of the sheet and narrow end overlaps.
- Easy installation without marking and aligning sheets due to convex guides and ready-made holes for hardware.
- Excellent waterproofing parameters thanks to lock system when installing overlapping.
- Sheet fasteners are equipped with molded caps with an O-ring that completely cover the mounting holes.
Slate
Slate is a common roofing material for a wide range of homeowners, relatively durable (about 50 years) and cheap. It is sealed, mechanically stable and quite durable. Disadvantages - tendency to destroy edges, susceptibility to the spread of fungus and mold.
This article tells you how to cover the roof of a private house. Popular roofing materials are considered, their specifications, advantages and disadvantages, as well as installation methods. After reading the article, you will know how to purchase suitable material, taking into account the requirements for a specific house project.
Variety of roofing materials
What criteria are used to select roofing material?
There are several basic requirements:
the material must be durable and withstand heavy natural loads in the form of precipitation, wind and sun;
acceptable price;
small specific gravity so as not to invest large amounts of money in the construction of a rafter system;
ease of assembly;
ease of care and maintenance;
long term operation;
presentable appearance.
Types of roofing materials
The variety presented on modern market, quite large. All positions are divided into two groups: rigid and flexible. The latter include bituminous shingles, roofing felt and roofing felt. The hard type is divided into several subgroups, which are based on the original raw material: metal, clay, cement, composite, etc.
Asbestos-cement slate
Traditional roofing material, inexpensive (eight-wave with dimensions 1750x1130 mm costs between 300-400 rubles, depending on the thickness of the product - 5.2-7 mm).
Asbestos slate on the roof of a house
Its advantages:
long service life within 50-100 years;
high load bearing capacity, bending strength 16-19 MPa;
the weight of the slate varies between 23-35 kg - considerable, which requires a competent approach to the construction of the rafter system;
waterproof 24 hours;
residual strength 90%;
it is a non-flammable material;
low thermal conductivity - 0.47 W/m K, compared to metals for which this parameter is 230;
slate absorbs sound, so rain falling on its surface is not heard inside the building;
ease of installation.
Today, manufacturers offer slate in the form of colored panels. There are two varieties: painted on top, painted throughout the entire body of the material. This has little effect on the price, but the second option is better because it does not fade over time.
The slate is installed on a thin sheathing, which already indicates savings. It is laid in panels with an overlap both transversely and longitudinally. Attached to the sheathing with roofing nails.
Installation of slate on the roof
On our website you can find contacts construction companies, which offer turnkey roof design and repair services of any complexity. You can communicate directly with representatives by visiting the “Low-Rise Country” exhibition of houses.
Corrugated sheet
A material that has recently gained great popularity. And when the customer is faced with the question of what is the best way to cover the roof, many, without hesitation, choose profiled sheets. Why:
high strength of the product;
high load-bearing capacity depending on the profile;
the length varies from 0.5 to 12 m with a cutting step of 0.5 m, which allows you to cover the roofs in a seamless way from the eaves to the ridge;
a huge variety of colors;
service life 25-50 years;
easy to process (cutting, drilling);
easy installation due to its low weight - 3.9-24.1 kg per 1 m² of coverage area.
Corrugated roofing is lighter and more reliable than slate
As for the price, there is a fairly wide range: from 180 to 1000 rubles. for 1 m² of product. The reason is the variety of roofing materials in terms of raw materials, the thickness is mainly taken into account here steel sheet, plus protective covering: paint or polymers (which polymer, how thick it is applied).
As for installation, it is carried out on a discharged sheathing. For fastening, roofing screws are used, which are screwed into the lower wave. For slate, the nails are driven into the top.
And several disadvantages of corrugated sheeting:
high thermal conductivity;
low sound insulation (rain can be clearly heard inside the building);
when covering complex roofs a lot of waste remains.
Metal tiles
In many respects, corrugated sheeting and metal tiles are similar roofing materials, because they are made from galvanized steel sheet. But they also have their differences:
The width of the metal tile does not exceed 40 cm, so the technology for its installation is a docking installation, which involves installing panels overlapping along the length of the roof slope;
This roofing material is produced by stamping, forming dead zones on the panel itself, which makes it impossible to trim it at your own discretion, and this leads to a lot of waste;
installation of metal tiles is a much more complicated process compared to installing corrugated sheets.
As for the price, it should be noted that some manufacturers sell it per 1 m², others in sheets. The second option is simpler, because when you come to the store there is no need to calculate the square footage of the product and then multiply it by the price. The cost of the panels depends on both the thickness and width, on the used protective material. Plus, models that differ from each other in profile shape are taken into account.
To cover a roof with metal tiles means to lay it on a loose sheathing, where the pitch of the elements of the latter is strictly taken into account. This parameter is equal to the installation width of the product.
Bituminous shingles
This is unique construction material, known since the beginning of the twentieth century. It is based on fiberglass, which is impregnated with bitumen and sprinkled with fine stone chips on top. It is also called flexible tile because it bends easily. Hence its pros and cons.
The main advantage is the ability to cover complex roofs without undercuts or adjustments. The main disadvantage is that bitumen shingles require a continuous sheathing, which includes slab or sheet materials with a flat surface: plywood, OSB, chipboard, etc. Any difference in plane, any unevenness of the sheathing is immediately reflected on the roofing.
Roof structure covered with bitumen shingles
Let's add to the positive characteristics:
good warmth and soundproofing properties;
service life – 50 years;
low specific gravity, which reduces the load on the sheathing and rafter system;
variety of colors.
Price bitumen shingles varies in the range from 400 to 700 rubles/m².
As for installation, for fastening they use bitumen mastic, How adhesive composition, and special nails called ruff nails. The method of laying roofing material is to overlap the shingles relative to each other. To prevent the nails from being visible on the roof surface, they are driven under the edge of the materials, which are laid over the overlap.
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Installation of bituminous shingles in the video:
Ondulin
If a house owner is faced with the question of how to cover the roof of a dacha inexpensively, then ondulin is the right option. It's all about its composition, which is based on pressed cardboard (cellulose and polymer resins) treated with bitumen. It is made in the form of wave slate. Therefore, the method of installing the two materials is no different from each other.
As for the sheet sizes, they are standard: 2x0.95 m, 3 mm thick. Wave height – 36 mm. The sheet weighs 6 kg. Compared to asbestos-cement slate, it is several times lighter, which makes it possible not to build reinforced rafter systems.
Ondulin roofing is an inexpensive and high-quality material
When testing for strength, ondulin is subjected to loads of 960 kg/m², which is maximum load on the roof. And the material can withstand such a load without problems.
And other positive technical characteristics:
thermal conductivity – 0.19 W/m K;
noise insulation – 40 dB (not a bad indicator);
retains its shape when the temperature rises to +11C.
As for the disadvantages, it is necessary to highlight one position - ondulin begins to burn at a temperature of +230C, which classifies it into the category of materials that support combustion.
The price of the material is in the range of 200-500 rubles. per sheet. And since the area of one sheet is approximately 2 m², you will have to pay half as much for 1 m². That is, of all the proposed roofing options, ondulin can be considered the cheapest.
But before you cover your roof with ondulin, think about its low fire-fighting qualities.
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Review of roofing materials in the video below:
Conclusion
The article discusses the most popular today roofing coverings, but choosing the best way to cover a roof in a private house must be done separately in each specific case, taking into account the design features of the roof and the requirements that you place on its reliability and quality. Be sure to consider the financial side of the matter, but do not forget that the strength and reliability of the roof comes first. And this does not always correspond to equality of price and quality.
If you decide to build a roof and you need to choose which roofing material to cover it with, then the first thing you should pay attention to is the parameters of quality and durability, but today the ratio of quality and price is becoming more and more relevant, and it is important to ask what is cheaper to cover the roof of a house?
Metal tiles and corrugated sheeting for roofing
Coverings made of metal tiles and corrugated sheets are approximately in the same price range as ondulin. Roofing materials of this type are characterized by a large selection of components that are necessary for roof installation and a varied color palette.
But to lay these materials, you will need to resort to help professional builder, unless, of course, you yourself have these professional skills. And this comes with additional costs. Among the disadvantages of such a roofing covering is low noise insulation - the audibility of, for example, rain or hail will be excellent. However, this drawback can be corrected by installing a polyethylene foam backing.
Video The cheaper way to cover the roof of a house (prices, service life)
Cheap and cheerful - roofing felt
If the appearance of the roof is not in the foreground, you should use a roller polymer material, that is, roofing felt. This material can also be used on pitched roof, it should be nailed at the end using a strip of roofing nails. The base of this roofing material should consist of fiberglass (cardboard or fiberglass is not recommended).
Ondulin
Most a budget option, if you do not take into account the polymer material, this is ondulin. However, this roofing material may be subject to deformation if it is exposed to climatic and natural factors.
In addition, under the influence of the sun, fumes are released from ondulin.
Use flat or roll soft roof is another budget option. If we talk about the essence of this material, then this is the same roofing material, only with an improved appearance. When producing a soft roof, it is impregnated with resins and covered with multi-colored sand or mica chips.
It is very rational to use such a coating in outbuildings, gazebos and garages. And also, if the roof has a non-standard shape (for example, domed), use soft covering it will be very useful.
Time-tested slate is a durable and inexpensive option
The next budget option for arranging a roof is laying slate, however, it is better not to use this material. Slate is made from asbestos, and if we take into account modern environmental conditions, the use of slate certainly does not promise any health benefits.
You can also make a roof from seams, tiles (polymer sand, ceramics, composite materials or natural) or copper, but these coatings can no longer be classified as cheap. However, the price of these materials may also not be high, it all depends on the place of purchase and special offers. For this reason, do not be lazy to go shopping once again, or call on the phone and ask about the price.