Types of Roofing Materials Quiz

Roofing Materials

• The most common and widely used roofing material is referred to as Asphalt Shingles.

G.I. Sheet

• The main advantage attributed to the popularity of G.I. sheets is their durability and resistance to corrosion.
• The standard width of Corrugated G.I. Sheet is typically 0.5 to 1.25 meters.

Tile Roofing

• Tile roofing materials are made of clay, concrete, or metal.

Measuring Thickness

• The thickness of the sheet is measured in terms of gauge or mm.

Roof Types

Shed-Type Roof

• The purpose of a shed-type roof is to provide a single sloping roof surface, often used in modern homes.

Gable Roof

• The characteristic feature of a gable roof is its triangular shape with two sloping sides that meet at a ridge.

Flat Roof

• The purpose of a flat roof is to provide a horizontal roofing surface, often used in industrial and commercial buildings.

Asphalt Shingle Roofing

• The main feature of an asphalt shingle roofing system is its layered structure with a waterproofing layer beneath the shingles.

Slate Roofing

• Slates are commonly made of metamorphic rocks, such as shale or slate, and are valued for their durability.