8 Reason to choose Boral Roof Tiles
Boral roof tile range – June 2014
Boral Roofing Technical Manual
MSDS Boral Terracotta Roof Tiles and Accessories
Colour Retention:
Boral’s terracotta roof tiles are manufactured from natural clays and kiln-fired to temperatures 1100°C, resulting in durable, hard-wearing roof tile products which retain their colour over the years and require little maintenance in the future. Boral’s terracotta roof tiles maintain their beautiful appearance which leaves you home looking its best at all times.
Long Lasting – 50-Year Warranty:
Boral is an Australian icon, a name synonymous with high quality products. Boral’s confidence in its products is evident through its 50 year warranty against defects. You can trust Boral terracotta tiles are the perfect and suitable option for your home
Salt-Safe & Frost Resistant:
Boral terracotta roof tiles are salt-safe meaning you can live comfortably by the water or in a coastal location without worrying about the negative effects. Boral’s 50 year warranty stands despite your location.
Thermal Performance:
Boral’s tile range are outstanding thermal performers meaning the roof won’t affect the temperature of your home’s interior which in turn, saves energy use and provides a comfortable level of living.
Also, the inclusion of sarking underneath the tiles significantly reduces the need for constant cooling of the home during warmer weather.
Sound Performance:
The density of Boral’s terracotta roof tiles helps reduce outside noise such as heavy rain, hail and traffic. This means you can enjoy the peace and quiet.
Low Maintenance:
Terracotta roof tiles require little ongoing maintenance as long as they are installed by a professional. You can easily replace or remove an individual tile in the scenario of a renovation or replacement project.
Fire Resistant:
The Australian summer can be unrelenting at times. It’s comforting to know that Boral’s terracotta roof tiles are made from non-combustible materials meaning they are safe to use in high bushfire prone areas. Areas which have been assessed between BAL-12 to BAL-40 must include sarking which meets a flammability index of no greater than 5. Sarking should be installed covering the entire roof.
You can find out more about construction requirements for BAL-FZ areas at www.rtaa.com.au
Rainwater & Tank Safety:
The use of collected rainwater can have many benefits, most significantly it can save you money and energy costs. Rainwater can be collected directly from your roof, down the valleys and downpipes directly into your tank, ready for re-use. Boral’s terracotta tiles are made from non-toxic material meaning water is safe for re-use.
Boral’s terracotta tile range is manufactured to AS 2049 standards which means surface areas are not treated with any harmful substances or chemicals which may be hazardous to health.


