Fiber Cement Roofing

Cons of fiber cement roofing.

Fiber cement roofing.

While fiber cement roofing is relatively cheap there are a number of pros and cons with this material which you should consider carefully before using. Fiber cement roofing is very versatile and is available in a wide variety of colors. Fiber cement shingles are heavier regardless of how it is being used cement is still cement and that means that a cement shake roof is heavier than other roofing options. One common use is in fiber cement siding on buildings.

It is good looking can mimic wood shingles or planks and you can paint it to look unique. Fiber cement roofing uses panels made from fiber cement which is where the basic cement formula is reinforced with fiber such as cardboard and similar items. Fiber cement roofing typically simulates slate or wood shakes and provides a class a fire rating at a cost comparable to wood shakes. They can also suffer the effects of long term exposure to the wind which will include weathering and penetration of water through the roof.

Fibre cement is a composite building and construction material used mainly in roofing and facade products because of its strength and durability. It is not durable in that while cement is relatively stable it is susceptible to breakage in the right circumstances. These panels can then be turned into either roofing slates or sheets which are shaped to resemble corrugated iron. Wikimedia commons has media related to fibre cement.