Why choose our authentic clay tile versus non-clay alternatives?
Reason One:
No Efflorescence: Efflorescence is typically caused by minerals in cement based products leaching to the surface over time and depositing a white chalky substance on the surface of the product. US Tile products are all made of 100% natural clay and are not subject to efflorescence. That ensures that your US Tile products will remain beautiful and vibrant for the life of the structure.
Reason Two:
High Thermal Emittance: Clay simply absorbs less heat and releases heat more quickly than most roofing materials, reducing the temperature fluctuation in buildings and homes. This reduction in heat fluctuation means temperature control units for heating and cooling turn on less often, saving energy and valuable resources while making the interior of the structure's environment more consistent.
Reason Three:
Authenticity: US Tile clay roofing products are based on techniques handed down through the ages. We only make authentic clay tile. Our colors are kiln-fired expressions of the organic qualities inherent in the superior clays we use. The beauty of our product is as timeless as the traditions they are based on.
Why Specify US Tile Over Other Clay Tiles?
Sustainability
US Tile manufactures the most environmentally responsible sloped roofing products on the market today. No other sloped roofing product can offer more LEED point opportunities than US Tile. From recycled content of up to 59% to a wide variety of CRRC Cool Roof rated colors, US Tile leads the industry in sustainable roofing products.
Cradle to Cradle
US Tiles domestically produced products are the only tiles in the world to receive the prestigious Cradle to Cradle certification from MBDC (McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry). Cradle to Cradle certification give architects the confidence that US Tile products and company policies are truly sustainable and that US Tile is an active steward of our environment.
Consistent Quality and Build Reliability:
With over 30 years of leading the clay roof tile industry in the nation have proven US Tiles track record is impeccable with regard to long-term aesthetic, durability, performance and stability. We carefully monitor the subtle variables in the composition of our clay that affect every aspect of the finished tile to insure our customers receive the highest quality, consistently superior clay roof tile available today.
A Wide and Varied Spectrum of Fired-Earth Colors:
US Tile has one of the most complete product portfolios on the market today. Our styles include a variety of traditional barrel tile profiles as well as Slate and Shake flat clay tiles. Our natural color palettes are unsurpassed for their depth and vibrancy of color, and because our products are not painted, they will not fade over time. In fact, US Tiles colors are naturally occurring and are covered by a 20 year, no-fade clause in our warranty.
#1 In Sales and LEED Support:
US Tile has the largest, most experienced sales force of any clay tile manufacturer in the country. US Tile is also proud that three of our key staff members are certified LEED AP's available to consult on any LEED or sustainable building project you might have.
#1 Choice of Builders Across the USA:
US Tile has earned the trust of more builders than any other tile manufacturer in the USA, making US Tile the nations largest, most environmentally friendly clay roof tile manufacturer in the country.