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This section provides an overview for roofing tile as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 roofing tile manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked roofing tile companies as of January, 2025: 1.Verea Clay Tile, 2.MCA Clay Roof Tile, 3.DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc..
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Roofing tiles are the predominant roofing material used in Japanese architecture.
There are over 1,000 different types of roofing tiles, varying in style, use, firing method, color, grade, and region of origin. Clay tiles, in particular, are the most commonly used roofing material.
Clay tiles are crafted by shaping clay into tiles and baking them at high temperatures. When glazed before baking, they are known as ceramic tiles, available in various shades and resistant to discoloration.
Other types include cement tiles, primarily made of cement, and hybrid tiles containing resin fibers and air bubbles in cement. Cement tiles closely resemble ceramic tiles but tend to fade over time.
The primary roofing tile used is clay tile, with slight variations in usage depending on the type.
Glazed tiles find use in both Japanese and Western-style houses, chosen based on the house's shape and design. They boast excellent design characteristics and have been favored in Japanese and Western architecture for many years.
Ibushi tiles, distinguished by their silver color, have historically adorned castles, shrines, and temples. They remain popular as roofing materials in Japanese architecture.
Unglazed tiles, with their natural pottery texture, are typically found in European port towns. They are favored for Western-style architecture, with Dubrovnik's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its picturesque landscape of red roofs made from unglazed tiles.
Roofing tile types include ceramic, unglazed, smoked, cement, hon-aware, and copper tile.
Ceramic tiles, also known as glazed tiles, feature a surface coated with glaze and baked.
Commonly used in Western-style buildings, unglazed tiles showcase the natural texture of baked products.
Ibushi tiles are silver-colored tiles smoked after firing to create a carbon film on the surface.
Primarily composed of clay, cement tiles are slate roofing tiles that fade more readily than ceramic tiles and require periodic painting.
Typically utilized in temples and samurai residences.
Employed in shrines and temples, these tiles are crafted from copper.
Roofing materials encompass tile, colonial, metal, and asphalt shingle. A standard tile boasts a life expectancy of 60 years.
Although initial costs are high, these materials prove valuable in the long term. Dry methods, devoid of stucco, have become standard, reducing maintenance compared to the past.
Colonials typically last 30 years but may require more frequent maintenance due to susceptibility to cracking and blistering in high winds. Metal roofing, with a life expectancy of 40 years, has become the most prevalent type due to increased demand for galvalume steel sheets. Engineered for heat insulation, earthquake resistance, durability, and wind resistance.
Asphalt shingles also last around 30 years but are more prone to wind-related peeling. However, they offer lower upfront costs and maintenance expenses.
Roof tiles are available in J, F, and S shapes.
"J" stands for "Japanese" in "J-shape", the most common type of unglazed tile (ceramic tile). The curvature facilitates ventilation, creating an air layer that impedes external temperature penetration. This shape suits Japan's high humidity and fluctuating temperatures.
The F-shape boasts a sleek design with no irregularities, predominantly utilized in modern Western-style houses.
Characterized by large waves and beautiful shading, the S shape offers excellent heat insulation and ventilation properties akin to the J shape.
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DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc. is a manufacturer of metal roofing systems that was established in 1971 and is headquartered in Corona, Carlifonia, USA. The company produces a wide range of metal roofing systems, including standing seam metal roofs, metal tile roofs, and metal slate roofs. Its products are used by a number of industries, as diverse as commercial, industrial, and residential construction. DECRA Roofing Systems also offer services that include design, installation, warranty, and maintenance for its metal roofing systems.
Verea Clay Tile, established in 1967, based in Miami, Florida, is manufacturer and supplier of clay roof tiles. The company's product portfolio includes Spanish “S'' roof tile, barrel roof tile, and flat roof tile. The products conform to strict ASTM Grade 1 clay roof tile standards. Additionally, the products offer unparalleled color permanence that do not fade over time. It offers products to customers in the U.S. and European market. The company’s objective is to combine tradition, technology, and environmental stewardship to produce the finest clay roof tile products.
MCA Clay Roof Tile, established in 1984 and situated in Corona, California, USA, is a manufacturer of clay roof tiles. Its product range comprises several clay roof tile options, including the classic "S" Mission, two-piece Mission, tapered Mission, flat interlocking, and Oriental-Japanese styles. Available in different colors and textures like natural red, sandcast, and slate, these tiles offer both durability and aesthetic appeal for roofing needs. These products facilitate the installation and maintenance of resilient and visually appealing clay roofs, catering to residential and commercial applications alike. MCA tiles boast a "Class A" ASTM E108 Test (UL790) approval for fire resistance.
Hanbud sp. z o.o., established in 2011, based in Bielsk Podlaski, Poland, is a manufacturer of roofing materials, metal fences, and profiles. The company’s product portfolio includes tiles, standing seam roof, panels, metal railing, and louvered fencing, among others. The company’s metal railings are used as an alternative to traditional wooden fence rails. It was awarded the Forbes Diamond. The company employs 200 workers and is one of the largest employers in the Podlaskie voivodeship. Products are offered in Lithuania, Latvia, Germany, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania.
Crown Roof Tiles, established in 1892, based in Arcadia, Florida, is a manufacturer of roofing materials and solutions. The company’s roof tile products include sanibel, tuscany, windsor slate, windsor split slate, and windshore shake. Additional accessories include universal trim, windsor rake, and ridge. It is located in the United States, Mexico, and Great Britain. In 2011, the company acquired Russell Roof Tiles, based in Great Britain, with a portfolio for technology and roofing products. It aims to be a partner to a global customer base and offer good pricing for roofing solutions.
Aichi Quality, established in 1975 and based in Aichi Prefecture, Japan, is a manufacturer of mold design and prototype creation, particularly for the automotive industry. The company produces molds tailored for ultra-high tensile steel sheets. It collaborates with the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology on cutting-edge research in wood flow molding. This partnership aligns it with the NEDO program, emphasizing on developing wood CCUS resource circulation systems. The company blends traditional craftsmanship with modern technology and has expanded its operations from local markets to global facilities in the United States, Vietnam, and Thailand.
Crest Brick Slate & Tile Ltd., established in 1993, based in Howden, East Yorkshire, is a manufacturer and supplier of bricks, roofing tiles, and blocks. The company’s product portfolio includes glazed bricks, clay flat tiles, clay pantiles, porit aircrete blocks, and engineering bricks, among others. The products were used in projects for schools, apartment buildings, homes, and restaurants. It is partnered with Developer and Home, having assisted in the development of over 400 homes. Additionally, it serves clients on commercial and industrial property developments.
Vestis, established in 2012, based in Braeside, Australia, is a manufacturer and supplier of aluminum products. The company’s product portfolio includes roofing, facades, and tinsmith accessories. Its products are served and used for Standing Seam, Interlocking, Nailstrip, Shingle, and Flatlock applications. It was created by Victorian based rainwater goods manufacturer, Bayside Flashing and Ventilations Pty Ltd, and the sister company, Metal Cladding Systems Pty Ltd. Vestis aluminum finishes are AS1530.1 and AS1530.3 compliant.
Marley, established in 1924, based in Burton on Trent, England, is a manufacturer and supplier of pitched roof systems to the construction market. The company’s product portfolio includes concrete and clay roof tiles, roof fittings, timber battens, and roof-integrated solar panels. Additional product accessories include dry and fixed ventilations, fire protection, roof fitting, and roof fixing. In 1975, it was the first to launch UK's dry-fix roof systems. In 2019, it launched the EcoLogic tile, which absorbs harmful NOx pollutants, and introduced the first fully-integrated solar roof system.
Ranking as of January 2025
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Verea Clay Tile |
16.4%
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| 2 | MCA Clay Roof Tile |
12.9%
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| 3 | DECRA Roofing Systems, Inc. |
11.5%
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| 4 | Crown Roof Tiles |
11.1%
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| 5 | Aichi Quality |
9.5%
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| 6 | Hanbud sp. z o.o. |
9.0%
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| 7 | Marley |
8.5%
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| 8 | Vestis |
8.3%
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| 9 | TOYO ROOFING TILE CO.,LTD |
6.9%
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| 10 | Crest Brick Slate & Tile Ltd. |
5.8%
|
Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the roofing tile page as of January 2025. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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3 | 50.0% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 16.7% |
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Italy
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1 | 16.7% |
Japan
|
1 | 16.7% |
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