Shinglas shingles: types, characteristics, installation and reviews

Shinglas shingles are a bituminous material that looks like rectangular modules, the latter being called shingles. From one edge of the product have figured notches, which look on the roof aesthetically and fit overlap. As a coating for pitched roofs, this material is ideal, the roof surface can be complex and even have a dome structure. It is noteworthy that the material can be based on two layers, in some cases it affects the quality and cost, in the latter case - positively. For some consumers, such solutions are not only ideal, but also the only true ones, since sometimes there is a need to cover the roof, but the budget is rather modest. As a result, it is possible to obtain an ideal surface of the roof, which imitates natural tiles of high quality.

Why choose "Shinglas"

The history of this covering material is more than 100 years old, it appeared in the USA, where today it is one of the most popular in the field of housing construction. There are many reasons for this, among them we can distinguish:

• Simplicity of laying;
• External attractiveness;
• availability;
• Positive practice of use.

More recently, this material has appeared in Russia, and flexible tile has quickly gained popularity among professional builders, architects and homeowners. Shinglas flexible shingles consist of three components, namely: glass wool, basalt primer and improved bitumen. Fiberglass acts as a strengthening foundation. Operational quality of the roof depends on the number and interaction of components.

Basic types of shingles "Shinglas": series "Finnish"

Visiting the store, you will find several varieties of shingles "Shinglas", one of them is the material that belongs to the series "Finnish". Flexible shingles Shinglas Finnish is great for practical consumers who want to purchase modern and reliable roofing material at an affordable price. The manufacturer provides consumers with a wide choice of colors, which is why you can choose the shade of material that is ideal for the architecture of the house. The "Finnish" series assumes one layer of shingles, and the width, height and thickness of the material are equal to 1000x317x2.9 mm. In one package, 22 shingles, and one square meter of roofing weighs 8.4 kg.

Features of the "Finnish" series

Flexible shingles Shinglas "Finnish" is based on fiberglass, whose density is 110 g / m ² . The heat resistance of the material is 110 ° C or less. One sample can lose a sprinkling in a volume of 1.2 grams, but no more. Among the additional advantages of the material in this series are: absence of signs of delamination, corrosion and decay leakage, the presence of a strong fiberglass in the base, relative ease of installation, soundproofing qualities in accordance with the declared service life of up to 40 years and maintaining flexibility, which is true even at low temperatures. You can buy one square meter of this series for 200 rubles.

Characteristics of the material of the Ultra series

Shinglas "Ultra" shingles are considered high-quality materials, which uses a modified SBS bitumen. It provides the tile with the required degree of flexibility without loss of strength and quality. The coating can be operated at temperatures up to -60 ° C, and the surface is not covered by cracks. As a distinguishing feature of this shingles based on modified bitumen is the absence of harmful vapors and leaks during heating. The material is environmentally safe and complies with international quality certificates. In order to calculate the amount of material needed for the work, it must be remembered that in one package you will find 3 m ^{2 of} shingles. Its heat resistance is 1200 ° C, as is the softening temperature of the material in this series. One sample may lose the coating in a volume of 1 g. The length, width and thickness are equal to 1000x317x3.5 mm. The service life reaches 50 years, but the manufacturer gives a guarantee for 25 years. The material of this series is divided into three more collections: "Sambo", "Jive" and "Foxtrot". The first collection has three colors, the second - 5 and the third - 4 colors.

Why choose Ultra?

This shingle "Shinglas" differs boldness of color accents and a variety of models. The manufacturer has managed to create the perfection of harmonious combinations of color and form for the embodiment of magnificent original design and architectural solutions. This collection is intended for those who do not like repetition and routine.

Characteristics of Continent material

Shinglas "Continent" has three layers and is available for sale in several colors. For example, the three-layer laminate "Asia" has a protective decorative layer, formed by a granulate of gray color. It can have a brick or purple hue. The technology of applying the granulate allows you to specify the shade for each bar. The finished coating looks volume and imitates traditional tiles. For fans of bronze shades, the manufacturer produced bituminous shingles "America", which includes brown and sand tints. Shinglas - three-layer flexible shingles, which is offered for sale in the models "Africa" and "Europe". In the first case it is a question of terracotta, sand, and also brown shades. As for the "Europe" model, it is a combination of blue, gray, brown and terracotta shades. Light distribution eliminates the monotony and repeatability of the picture. The basis is a glass-fiber sheet, whose density is 110 g / m ² , the heat resistance of materials is 110 ° C. The softening point is 125 ° C, and the length, width and thickness are 1000x349x9.6 mm.

Characteristics of the shingles "Shinglas" series "Country"

Shinglas "Country" shingles are products whose dimensions are equal to 335x1000 mm. This two-layer material has a heat resistance of 110 ° C. The material balances at the junction of quality and price, is the ideal product solution that combines availability, elitism and durability. The material is resistant to aggressive environment, protects the roof from fire and has the qualities of high sound insulation.

Characteristics of the series "Ranch"

Shinglas Shinglas "Rancho" has a three-dimensional structure and durability. The material can be used for 20 years or more. The fiberglass that forms the basis is made according to state standards 6943.16-79, and its density is 110 g / m ² . Bitumen is used as a bitumen-containing binder. In the package you purchased, there will be 14 shouts, and its approximate weight is 25 kg.

Reviews about flexible tiles of the "Classic" series

Tiles series "Classic", according to users, is a modern material, which is manufactured with the latest equipment. Flexible shingles Shinglas "Classic quadrille sonata" is one of the models of the main series, and its cost per m ² is 331 rubles. Tiles are specially designed taking into account the factors that affect the reliability of the roof in the difficult climatic conditions of Russia. The service life of the material, according to consumers, exceeds 35 years, the guarantee for it is given for 15 years. The series assumes 3 collections, the first - "Quadrille", which has 9 colors; "Flamenco" - 6 colors and "Tango" - 4 colors. As a basis, as in all the above-described cases, heavy-duty fiberglass appears. As consumers emphasize, the waterproofness of the material is 100%, as a powder is a multifractional basalt granulate. The density of the glass-fiber mat in this case is 90 g / m ² , the heat resistance is 1100 ° C. The softening point is 1250 ° C. One sample may lose the coating in a volume of 1.2 g. The length, width and thickness of the material are 1000x317x3 mm.

Characteristics of the soft tile series "Jazz"

Shingles "Shinglas" is presented to the attention of consumers also in the "Jazz" series. This two-layer laminate coating can be used on roofs of any configuration and complexity. To use a slope of 12 ° is required. If it is a question of negative angles, the value of which exceeds 90 °, then you should apply for additional advice to specialists. "Shinglas Jazz" has increased strength, has a long life and excellent wind resistance. The service life of the material exceeds 80 years, and the manufacturer's warranty is 50 years.

This flexible tile, whose price is 400 rubles. Per square meter, has long conquered America, European consumers it has been recognized. This two-layer laminate is known for a variety of reasons, among which one can distinguish that the material was created on the basis of oxygen-enriched bitumen. The coating has excellent performance. Tiles have a long service life and are easy to install. Multilayer structure and lamination give the roof a three-dimensionality, which allows you to create a 3d effect. The basis is a glass fiber can, whose density is 90 g / m ² , the heat resistance is 1100 ° C. The softening point is 1250 ° C, and the coating can be lost by one sample in the amount of 1.2 g or less. The length, width and thickness of this material are 1000x335x6 mm.

Installation of soft shingles of the brand "Shinglas"

Flexible shingles, the price of which was mentioned above and is acceptable, can be stacked even at minus ambient temperature. But if the thermometer's column has dropped below +5 ° C, then the packages with the material must be folded in a warm room and take a few packs for laying work. This will allow the material to not have time to freeze. The self-adhesive bottom layer must be heated with a construction hair dryer before installation. The tile is cut off on a plank, which is laid on a hard surface, otherwise it can damage the roof. Shinglas flexible shingles, the installation of which can be carried out by yourself, should be checked well before the installation. On the roof should be laid only those products that have a single color code or issued a single date. The manufacturer allows some gradations of shades in one package. In order to eliminate tonal imbalance on the roof surface, several packages must be mixed and the mounting plates should be used at random.

It should be remembered that the self-adhesive surface acts as the bottom layer of the shingle, so it should not be exposed to sunlight during installation or transportation. If the bitumen is subjected to strong heating, it will melt and adhere to the protective film, this will complicate the subsequent use of the material. Packages should not be stacked one upon another during the installation process.

Before commencing the work, it is necessary to mark the roof surface with vertical lines, which are applied in accordance with the width of the plate. Every five rows should have horizontal lines. The distance between them is approximately 80 cm. The fastening of the flexible tile to the base is carried out with the help of a lower adhesive layer and roofing nails, the latter of which are additional mechanical fasteners. The hood of the fastening material must be on the same surface as the base of the covering material.

Recommendations of a specialist

If the nail is drowned, then the tightness can be disturbed. The material is punched indented 3 cm from the edge of the plate. The first is the starting strip, it is chosen as shingles with cut off petals or universal cornice ridge tiles. In the second case, the plate must be fastened over the cornices. After the element is nailed. The amount of indentation varies depending on the length of the ramp and the angle of inclination.

Conclusion

It should be remembered that if you work with long roofs, then start laying from the central part of the ramp. This is required for leveling the shingles horizontally. The first row should fit with an indent from the initial strip. The next row fits from the center of the ramp, while it is necessary to displace the elements by half the petal.