Clay roof tiles are very popular as they will generate a nice Mediterranean look to your building. Clay tiles are strong and lightweight, making them ideal on some roofs as they also bring some additional benefits to the overall building. Clay tiles offer better insulating properties than other similar materials such as ceramic tiles. An important aspect to consider when installing clay tiles is that you need to choose the correct size, color and installation method depending on the type of clay tile you use. Clay tiles: the right substrate One of the most important aspects to consider before installing the clay tile is to have an excellent covering substrate. The material used under the clay tile will be a deciding factor that will affect the durability of the clay tile. Typically, the subgrade consists of asphalt-saturated roofing material that covers the entire area beneath the clay tile covering. Make sure it is connected or installed correctly, otherwise you may soon end up with overlapping tiles. At a minimum, all decks must be covered with wi...