In the Colonial years, when handmade brick was scarce, the availability of native clay also afforded Valley pioneers to build attractive brick chimneys with courses of brick corbelling. The result: ...

We explore the history of tile and the benefits of using terra cotta roof tiles on commercial and residential projects by using real-world, current, and historic application examples. We'll walk ...

The handcrafted clay roof tiles may have been a ubiquitous feature in small towns and villages a few decades ago. Yet, a walk through one of them now will see a near absence of their presence, the ...

One of the most ubiquitous architectural elements around the world is the clay roof tile. Clay tiles have a history dating back to the Neolithic Age. They were first used as roofing in China and then ...

The roof of any outdoor area, whether a porch, patio, or pergola, does more than provide shelter; it sets the tone for the ...

In response to a rising demand for premium clay roof tiles among architects and homeowners, KPG Roofings, India's popular roof tile brand, has announced significant strategic partnerships with some of ...

I’m seeking a contractor to do roofing and gutter replacement on a Brooklyn rowhouse in a historic district, involving clay tiles on a mansard roof and a couple of decorative sheet metal gutter boxes.