Cement tiles, terracotta tiles, slate tiles, and small blue tiles are all common roof tile materials, and they each have advantages and disadvantages.

Cement tile is a roofing tile product made of a mixture of cement and sand, which has the advantage of being affordable and easy to install and maintain. Cement tiles also have high durability and fire resistance, and can maintain stable appearance and performance for decades. In addition, cement tiles also have good sound insulation performance, which can effectively reduce indoor noise. Moreover, the appearance of today's cement tiles is no longer monotonous and boring, but there are dozens of tile shapes to choose from. But because it is more susceptible to freezing and thawing, it is not suitable for use in high latitudes and extremely cold areas.

Terracotta is a traditional roofing material made from clay that has been fired at high temperatures. Its advantages lie in beautiful appearance, durability, fire prevention and thermal insulation performance. Terracotta tiles can be made into various shapes and colors according to design requirements, making them more adaptable to different architectural styles. In addition, terracotta tiles also have good air permeability, which can keep the roof in a good moisture state. However, terracotta tiles are relatively expensive, complex to install and maintain, and require a secure support structure to support.

The material of slate tiles is not slate but natural slate (also known as slate). Slate is a kind of natural stone like marble, granite, sandstone, etc. Its biggest feature is that it has natural cleavage, which can be done manually or mechanically. The way to split it, so the surface of building slab stone products are not mechanically polished, with simple and natural surface characteristics. . Its advantages lie in beautiful appearance, durability, fire prevention and thermal insulation performance. Slate tiles can be made into various shapes and colors according to design requirements, making them more adaptable to different architectural styles.

High-quality slate has good flexibility. Freeze-thaw resistance is very good. Since the slate is a natural material, there are differences in color. People are not allowed on the slate tile roof. Maintenance is also more troublesome. Therefore, you must choose a good quality slate, otherwise it will bring endless maintenance troubles. However, slate tiles are relatively heavy, relatively complicated to install and maintain, and relatively expensive.

China's small blue tiles are a traditional roofing material that is processed and fired from clay. In ancient Chinese buildings, small blue tiles are widely used, and their advantages are beautiful, durable, fireproof and thermal insulation. Small blue tiles can be made into various shapes and colors according to design requirements, making them more adaptable to different architectural styles.

With the development of modern building technology, the production and application of small blue tiles have also been improved and developed to a certain extent. The current small blue tiles not only retain the traditional craftsmanship and characteristics, but also add some new functions and characteristics, such as waterproof and sound insulation. At the same time, the production process of small blue tiles is also more refined and environmentally friendly, which meets the requirements of modern society for environmental protection and sustainable development.

Therefore, when choosing roofing materials, you need to choose according to your actual situation and needs. If the budget is relatively limited, you can choose cement tiles; if you pursue beauty and individuality, you can choose terracotta tiles or small green tiles; if you pursue natural and environmental protection, you can choose slate tiles. At the same time, factors such as local climate and environment also need to be considered in order to choose the most suitable roofing material.