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August 12, 2017 18:07

Learning types Ondulin Roofing

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What ondulin?

Onduline - an environmentally friendly roofing material, which consists of 4 components:

  • cellulose fiber;
  • mineral fillers;
  • thermosetting resin;
  • distilled bitumen.

Ondulina In the production uses the latest technology, specially developed for this material by highly skilled experts.Due to the bitumen component, the roof of this material has excellent waterproofing.

Soak ondulin bitumen in several stages, in vacuum chambers.The sheets dyed material after impregnation.In appearance and color quality are the following types of Ondulina : matte and glossy .Matte acrylic embodiment has color and rough to the touch.The glossy version of the more vivid and smooth thanks to the addition of the silicone in the applied paint.

Advantages and disadvantages of the material

As with any roofing material, Ondulin has a number of advantages and disadvantages.To his advantages include:

  • hydrophobicity;
  • resistance to weathering;
  • resistant to mold, bacteria, fungi;
  • chemical resistance to the harmful effects of acids and alkalis;
  • resistance to petroleum products (diesel and gasoline);
  • and environmental hygiene;
  • light weight sheet (about 6 kg);
  • low cost of the product itself, as well as work on its installation.

By disadvantages of roofing material is its flammability, asorganic components underlie Ondulina.But in the process of production of this material is impregnated with special compounds that significantly reduce this figure, and with the correct operation of the roof such troubles hardly get any.

Another disadvantage Ondulina - gradual burning color of the material in the sun.Initially, very bright and pleasing to the eye sheets as a result of UV exposure gradually lose its brightness and attractiveness.

Important Note: When you purchase this material carefully inspect the sheets in order to identify flaws, color unevenness, asthen such sheets burn unevenly, stained, which gives the roof is not presentable.

addition, velvety matte surface Ondulina retains dust and debris, and therefore requires periodic cleaning for aesthetic reasons.With regard to the glossy roofs, thanks to its surface, it often suffers from an avalanche of snow is similar to stingrays.Therefore, the installation of snow guard on it is a necessary measure.

ondulin How to choose - some tips and subtleties

In recent years, thanks to the popularity of the original building materials on the market there are many analogs Ondulina not the best quality.Customers care about their homes and as a roofing material, ask about how to choose ondulin.

First of all, we should pay attention to the dimensions of the products offered.Ondulin original length is 2000 mm, width - 950 mm, thickness - 3 mm and a weight of 6 kg.Analogs typically thinner than the original and have the 9 waves on the sheet, rather than 10, as is customary.

Very often imported analogues in Russia from abroad and are presented as a quality roofing material, but few people know that they are designed to under-roof waterproofing.

Ondulinovuyu roof can be divided into two types: tiles and slates.Immediately the question arises, ondulin a better .Both have all the features inherent in this material.The warranty period for the two materials is about 15 years, and is ondulin an average of about 25 years.

Due to the large size sheet ondulinovy ​​slate used for roofing uncomplicated design.With regard to the complex type of the roof, there is recommended to use a soft ondulinovoy tiles, which allows to avoid a lot of waste when trimming.

Overall, ondulin is quite versatile, convenient and easy to use material.Yes, it has some shortcomings, but there is nothing to worry about.It has long been known that not a single barrel of honey is not without a spoon of tar.And best of all to know in advance what then learn from your mistakes.

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