Quality & Design from Gerard
For decades, Gerard roofs have been acclaimed around the world for their innovative design, robust quality, and wide choice of finishes and accessories offered.
Gerard roof tiles have some unique features and benefits including:
The interlocking system
Gerard steel roof panels lock together to form a singular weathertight unit. Furthermore, the design eliminates any gaps where flying embers might enter.
Horizontal fastening
Unlike long-run and heavy tile roofs, Gerard steel panel roofs are fastened at right angles to the wind’s lifting forces – holding on tight even in Category 3 hurricanes.
Up to seven protective coatings
A Gerard roof has up to seven different coatings applied for long lasting protection. The final layers are applied after the panels are formed to avoid surface cracking.
A lighter load
Where a concrete or clay tile roof could weigh 10 tonnes or more, a Gerard roof can weigh just one tenth of that, which is particularly reassuring in an earthquake.
In compliance with the recent Building Product Information Requirements (BPIR), you can find the product information via the Gerard resource center.
Textured vs Smooth
The finish you choose for your Gerard pressed steel roof will make a major contribution to the appearance of your home.
Gerard’s textured finish tiles are made with natural stone chips – giving your roof a stronger, more substantial look, and added protection from the elements. Or, if you prefer a crisp look to accentuate the roof pattern and details, Gerard’s smooth finish panels are a great alternative to coloured steel but much more durable.
Use the image slider below to see the difference between a textured and smooth finish.
Textured Finish
Natural stone chips or ceramic pigments are fused to the metal tile with a base of acrylic resin and a resilient over-glaze. Some colours are completely natural; others are permanently coloured using ceramic technology.
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Smooth finish
Gerard’s smooth finishes have special light-fast pigments and multi-layered coatings twice as thick as those on most corrugated metal roofing. Gerard’s smooth finish tiles are spray painted with a 45-micron topcoat of ultra-tough polymer acrylic after the shape has been pressed into the steel, ensuring a consistent covering with no micro-cracks.
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Gerard Profiles
Aspen
Inspired by the smooth stone slate roofs typical of alpine regions, Aspen gives a sleek, understated look of modern sophistication.
Alpine
The smooth, linear look of Welsh slate with slightly rustic detailing. A simple profile that works well with both contemporary and traditional architecture.
Classic
A geometric profile with bold, strong-looking shapes and angles. Often used on homes where the roof is an architectural feature in its own right.
Stratos
Irregular grooves give this profile a recurring yet organic pattern that works on a wide variety of homes. Supremely versatile, and immensely popular.
Heritage
The traditional scalloped style of a terracotta tile roof. Often seen on traditional brick homes, but equally appropriate above plaster or weatherboards.
Milano
Balanced arches and flats create a perfectly elegant, classical looking roof. This timeless profile makes a strong statement, especially on steeply pitched roofs.
Rockport
A sleek, linear look that sits low and tight to complement popular postmodern house designs. Perfect for clean, simple architecture with a modern bias.
Senator
The distinctive vertical ridge adds refinement, giving the roof a timeless character. Well known for the simplicity and uniformity it brings to a roof.
Trim
Trim is an essential roofing element, for performance as well as appearance. Gerard manufactures trim components that are fully-compatible with our range of tiles, shingles and shakes. Roof trim creates a weather-proof seal at roof junctions. It comes in four shapes – Box, Barrel, Angle and Long Angle.
Box Trim
Barrel Trim
Angle Trim
Long Angle Trim
Roof Care & Cleaning
Over time, lichen and moss will grow on most outdoor surfaces – including your roof. Left unchecked, it damages the surface coating of your roof, creating ‘moisture traps’ that can cause corrosion. Using Gerard Roof Refresh will remove the growth and help prevent future problems.
Prevent growth before it happens
Gerard Roof Refresh is a powerful cleaning agent that targets not only the lichen, moss and algae, but also the spores that lead to it. We recommend treating the roof every three to five years, or sooner if signs of growth are visible (this is also required to maintain the warranty on your roof). You can either spray the roof yourself, or arrange a commercial contractor who specialises in this type of work.