Clay plain tiles (machine-made)
- 35°+
- 60–100+ years
- £££ Higher
Clay · Interlocking pantile
The pantile look with interlocking edges for lower pitches and faster laying.
About this roof covering
A modern clay pantile with interlocking side and head locks, so each tile keeps water out on its own. You get the look of a traditional pantile roof on lower pitches, laid quickly and fixed securely.
- Typical minimum pitch
- 22.5° and steeper
- Typical lifespan
- 60+ years
- Weight
- Medium
- Relative cost
- £££ Higher
- Coverage
- About 13–15 tiles per m²
- Style
- Traditional · Interlocking pantile
Colours
- Red
- Orange
- Brown
Good for
Pros
- Works on lower pitches than traditional pantiles
- Quicker to lay
- Clay durability and colour
Things to consider
- Less irregular than handmade pantiles
- Costs more than concrete equivalents
Where you'll see it: Re-roofs of older pantile houses and new homes in rural areas.
Figures are typical guides and vary by manufacturer and roof. We’ll confirm what suits your roof at a free inspection. The picture is an illustration.
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Clay Double Roman tiles
- 17.5°+
- 60+ years
- £££ Higher
Handmade clay plain tiles
- 40°+
- 100+ years
- ££££ Premium
Clay pantiles
- 30°+
- 60–100 years
- £££ Higher
Book a free inspection, or send a few photos for a free online estimate. No deposit, and you only pay when the job is done.
- No depositPay on completion, once you’re happy
- Free inspectionWith a fixed, written quote
- 24/7 call-outsFor leaks and storm damage