Before the development of asphalt and fiberglass shingles, wood shingles were popular in New York and throughout the country in all periods of building history. The size and shape of the wood shingles Bronx as well as the detailing of the shingle roof differed according to regional craft practices. People within particular regions developed preferences for the local species of wood that most suited their purposes. In New England and the Delaware Valley, white pine was frequently used: in the South, cypress and oak; in the far west, red cedar or redwood. Sometimes a protective coating was applied to increase the durability of the wood shingle Brooklyn such as a mixture of brick dust and fish oil, or a paint made of red iron oxide and linseed oil.
Commonly in urban areas, wooden roofs Queens were replaced with more fire resistant materials, but in rural areas this was not a major concern. On many Victorian country houses, the practice of wood shingling survived the technological advances of metal roofing in the 19th century, and near the turn of the century enjoyed a full revival in its namesake, the Shingle Style. Colonial revival and the Bungalow styles in the 20th century assured wood shingles a place as one of the most fashionable, domestic roofing materials.
Monday, April 19, 2010
Historic Roofing Materials: Metal
Early metal roofing included copper and lead in early america. These were typically used where the pitch of the roof prohibited other types of shingles for use. Beautiful New York copper roofs cover many of New York's fine historic buildings, especially those with cupolas, domes or other interesting architectural features. Sheet iron was first used in the 18th century.
It wasn't until the 19th century that New York Roofing installation included the use of corrugated iron. The method for corrugating iron was originally patented in England in 1829. Corrugating stiffened the sheets, and allowed greater span over a lighter framework, as well as reduced installation time and labor. In the late 19th century, galvanizing with zinc helped to protect the base metal of New York metal roofing.
Tin shingles were another metal roofing material Queens. Tin shingles were embossed to look like tile or wood or embossed with a decorative design. This was an inexpensive, lightweight roofing choice. The low cost, light weight, and low maintenance of tin metal roofing Bronx made it the most common roofing material in the late 19th century.
It wasn't until the 19th century that New York Roofing installation included the use of corrugated iron. The method for corrugating iron was originally patented in England in 1829. Corrugating stiffened the sheets, and allowed greater span over a lighter framework, as well as reduced installation time and labor. In the late 19th century, galvanizing with zinc helped to protect the base metal of New York metal roofing.
Tin shingles were another metal roofing material Queens. Tin shingles were embossed to look like tile or wood or embossed with a decorative design. This was an inexpensive, lightweight roofing choice. The low cost, light weight, and low maintenance of tin metal roofing Bronx made it the most common roofing material in the late 19th century.
Historic Roofing Materials: Slate
Slate roofing was brought to America from the old world Europe by settlers. Slate roofing was found in America as far back as Jamestown in the mid-17th Century. Although there were slate quarries all along the east cost, most of the slate was imported from Wales. For that reason, there are few slate roofed homes until the 19th century when slate roofing became more common due to the construction of railroads and Canals. At that time, homes throughout New York were constructed with slate roofs. Many of them survive today.
New York Slate Roofing is popular for the same reasons it was popular 200 years ago. It maintains popularility due to its durability, fireproof qualities, and aesthetic beauty. New York Slate Roofing is available in different colors (red, green, purple, and blue-gray). Many old New York buildings, especially Gothic and Mansard style New York Roofs, continue to use the original slate roofing with regular maintenance. For owners of historic buildings it is important to find a contractor who is familiar with Slate roofing Bronx and Queens restoration and maintenance. Replacement of historic roofing details on Brooklyn homes, for example, requires an undestanding of historic preservation and how to incorporate new materials, such as flashing, to improve the historic properties of the roof and keep the original roof character.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
Historic Roofing Materials: Clay Tile Roofs
In New York State, there are still a number of old homes with clay tile roofs. Clay tile roofing was used by Europeans as far back as the beginning of our country in mid-17th century America. S-curved tiles and flat tile roofing Queens were used in Colonies like Jamestown, Virginia. Roofing in New York City was made of clay for fire protection, a common problem in 17th and 18th century America.
Clay Tile: European settlers used clay tile roofing Manhattan as early as the mid-17th century; many pantiles (S-curved tiles), as well as flat roofing tiles, were used in Jamestown, Virginia. In some cities such as New York and Boston, clay was popularly used as a precaution against such fires as those that engulfed London in 1666 and scorched Boston in 1679.
By the mid-19th century, tile roofing in New York was frequently replaced by metal roofs. Sheet metal roofs were lighter and easier to install and maintain. The clay tiles were not often used again until the beginning of this century, when the Spanish style buildings created a new demand for tile roofing. Today, with a greater awareness of historic preservation, New Yorkers may want to maintain their Bronx or Queens tile roofing rather than Bronx roof replacement with convention asphalt shingles which do not reflect the historic qualities of old homes.
Clay Tile: European settlers used clay tile roofing Manhattan as early as the mid-17th century; many pantiles (S-curved tiles), as well as flat roofing tiles, were used in Jamestown, Virginia. In some cities such as New York and Boston, clay was popularly used as a precaution against such fires as those that engulfed London in 1666 and scorched Boston in 1679.
By the mid-19th century, tile roofing in New York was frequently replaced by metal roofs. Sheet metal roofs were lighter and easier to install and maintain. The clay tiles were not often used again until the beginning of this century, when the Spanish style buildings created a new demand for tile roofing. Today, with a greater awareness of historic preservation, New Yorkers may want to maintain their Bronx or Queens tile roofing rather than Bronx roof replacement with convention asphalt shingles which do not reflect the historic qualities of old homes.
Monday, April 12, 2010
Types of Roof Underlayment
Part of your roofing contract needs to specify underlayment. But most homeowners don't know which products should be specified for their shingle roof Queens and what the options are. Underlayments come in three different forms - traditional felt paper, self-adhesive asphalt, and polyblends. Traditional felt paper is something that is typically used by roofing contractors for most residentian shingle and fiberglass roof replacements Bronx and well-known by the public. A 30-pound felt paper is frequently specified.
Self adhering products offer the advantage of being self-sealing which creates tighter roofs because the glue seals around the nails after they pass through the asphalt shingle roofing New York.
Roof Vents
In the hot summers of New York, a ridge vent could be avery important part of your asphalt or fiberglass shingle roof replacement Bronx, and could save money on your energy bills. Roof vents are an important product that draws hot, humid air outside and pulls fresh air into the attic. Venting moisture out of your house will reduce mold problems. Removing hot air will keep your air conditioner wasting energy and costing you money.
Roof Ridge vents Bronx are not required by national building codes, but many local codes are requiring the use of them. Check your local building codes to see if your city requires a ridge vent and consider getting one for your shingle roof replacement Queens whether it is required or not.
There are several products on the market that can be installed as part of your fiberglass or asphalt shingle roof New York project. Credit: Courtesy Tarco Specialty ProductsMichigan City, Ind. based Blocksom and Co. offers a natural fiber product called Roof Saver that vents the ridge and can survive the severe winds of Miami and the Southeast coast. Made from high-density fiber on polyester netting, it removes hot air from the attic and eliminates potential damage to the roof, the company says.
Rapid Ridge Metric from Benjamin Obdyke in Horsham, Pa., is a nylon and polyester product that will keep roofs dry and tight for a longer period of time, the company says. The product is designed to protect roofs that have been installed with metric asphalt and fiberglass shingles New York. It helps the asphalt shingle roof Queens stay dry in warm regions of the country. The product is also a benefit to builders, Grimes says, because it comes with its own 1 U-inch collated nails and installs quickly.
Purpose of Roofing Underlay
Even homeowners who are very picky about the brand of roofing shingle they prefer forget about what's underneath that shingle: underlay, or roofing felt. Few people, and even some roofing contractors from my experience, understand the purpose the of underlay. Yet, the roofing underlay design, specification and installation can have a big impact on the functionality of your new asphalt shingle roof New York and an impact on moisture in your home. Talk to your roofing installer Bronx about the types of underlay available for your roofing system New York. It is an important element of your fiberglass or asphalt shingle roofing Queens.
The roofing underlay should allow water vapour to pass freely through, and prevent water penetration into the building structure and insulation. Roofing felt is designed to hold condensation formed overnight on the underside of roofing materials and release it as vapour during the day. It is also a secondary layer of protection if your asphalt single roof Bronx fails, allowing rain, dust, wind, and moisture through. It also protects the insulation in your attic. With all these factors, your asphalt shingle roof replacement Queens or other shingle roofing should include careful consideration of the proper underlayment for your roofing material and climate.
The roofing underlay should allow water vapour to pass freely through, and prevent water penetration into the building structure and insulation. Roofing felt is designed to hold condensation formed overnight on the underside of roofing materials and release it as vapour during the day. It is also a secondary layer of protection if your asphalt single roof Bronx fails, allowing rain, dust, wind, and moisture through. It also protects the insulation in your attic. With all these factors, your asphalt shingle roof replacement Queens or other shingle roofing should include careful consideration of the proper underlayment for your roofing material and climate.
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