Marley wesssex roof tiles, Very poor quality and finished tiles, finishing of the tiles no where near by the pictures advertised on their website. Upon contacting customer service they asked me to contact the supplier even though Marley has manufactured the substandard quality product !!
How long do Marley roof tiles last?
Marley’s roof tiles are typically expected to have a life expectancy of 60 years, and our roofing systems are underwritten by a 15-year warranty for additional peace of mind.
What is the best roof tile?
Clay roof tiles are extremely popular and have been used for thousands of years. They are commonly used because they look good and provide strong protection from the elements. Having an absorption rate of only 6% means they take in less water than their concrete counterparts and are able to remain lightweight.
Are Marley Tiles good?
An alternative to clay or slate, Marley’s concrete roof tiles offer excellent performance and can provide the appearance of other more ‘natural’ products. Colour options are similar to clay, with a range of reds, oranges, browns and greys. In terms of aesthetics, concrete tiles often look very similar to clay.
Where are Marley roof tiles made?
A focus on the safety and well-being of our employees is central to our work. Our Keele site is based close to the M6 motorway in Cheshire. It has modern production lines that support the production of quality hand-made Marley roof tiles.
Which roof tiles last the longest?
Roofing material that lasts the longest are concrete, clay or slate tiles. These materials significantly outperform other natural products like wood shakes or any manufactured roofing materials including asphalt shingles and metal roofing.
Can you walk on Marley roof tiles?
Marley does not recommend foot traffic directly on the roof tiles or covering. Cracks or micro-cracks can occur on the roof covering if roofs are trafficked without appropriate access equipment.
What is the best roof for high winds?
For wind protection, you want a hip roof that has four slopes, pitched ideally at about 30 degrees. The idea is that more slopes will handle high winds better, so anything more than a two-slope gable roof will be more resistant to wind damage.
What is the most durable roof?
Slate, concrete, and clay roofing tiles—according to the National Association of Home Builders—are the most durable roofing materials, with life expectancies of 100 years or more.
Are roof tiles better than slates?
Most commonly available in concrete and clay, roofing tiles come in a much wider variety of designs and colours than natural roofing slates. Good quality roofing tiles offer similar durability to slates with professional installation.
Do Marley tiles fade?
Concrete tiles will fade over time as will just about any coloured product that is constantly exposed to the weather and bleaching sun. They produce tiles and are not miracle workers.
Who owns Marley tiles?
ROOFING TILES GIANT, Marley has been acquired by private equity firm Inflexion, which also owns 60-branch builders’ merchant, Huws Gray. Founded in 1924, Marley manufacturers and supplies roofing system products, including concrete and clay tiles, and roofing accessories.
What’s the best kind of roof?
Asphalt Roofing Shingles
Relatively lightweight, inexpensive, and easy to install, asphalt shingles are the best choice for most houses. They come in sheets that are layered on a roof to give the illusion of more expensive single shingles, such as cedar and slate, that are installed one shingle at a time.
How much does a tiled roof cost?
For a complete replacement of a tiled roof, you can expect an average total cost of £10,000. Individual roof tile replacement will naturally be a lot cheaper, with prices starting at around £170 for up to five tiles. Quotes will be calculated upon inspection as there may be access issues that drive up the total cost.
Do Marley tiles contain asbestos?
Following settlement in a drawn-out case against UK tile manufacturer Marley, Peter Williams said the case would have been finalised sooner had Marley acknowledged that most of its tiles used by his client Roy Morris contained asbestos.
What are Marley modern roof tiles made of?
The Modern concrete interlocking roof tile from Marley has a smooth, single lap design and slate like appearance that is enhanced by the necessary broken bond laying pattern. It’s excellent covering capacity makes the Modern concrete tile an affordable roofing solution that is a great alternative to slate.