A re-roofing project in Netley, South Australia gave Boral Roofing the chance to showcase their particular technique, while also solidifying terracotta roof tiles as a timeless and favourite feature of Australian homes.
The original roof was dull and dilapidated but the re-roofing stands as a striking homage to a classic and traditional style.
Boral almost exclusively uses steel battens, seeing them as a cost-efficient alternative to timber battens.
Boral South Australia area manager Michael Grantham says: “Timber is a finite source that is only becoming more expensive. Using steel battens means we aren’t at risk of timber increasing in price or lacking in stock.”
Using steel battens is also a quicker process as they are simply nailed to the timber frame rather than screwed in.
The mahogany shade of the terracotta stands out against the white rendered walls of the home, reminiscent of a European country homestead, which gives the house a timeless look that will last for generations.
“With a terracotta tile, what you see today is what you’ll see in ten years,” says Michael.
The Netley project was a gable-to-gable, standard pitch roof completed over two days while the home owner remained in the house during the project.
“We won’t pull a roof right off, we only pull off as much as we can replace in a working day,” Michael adds.
The home is a testament to terracotta, celebrating its classic aesthetic with innovative construction to transform the property.
