As an alternative roofing material to tiles and Colorbond, consider American shingles, a commonly used roofing material in the United States and Canada. They are made from a base of asphalt and each shingle is recyclable at the end of it’s life. Shingles are lightweight in comparison to tiles and have a high level of wind resistance as well as being hail proof. Shingles are laid on a plywood base and come in a range of profiles and colours. For more information go to the local American Shingles web site.
Residents of Australia can contact a local shingle supplier to discuss their shingle ideas. Items can usually be delivered to any location, including Perth in Western Australia (WA), Darwin, Northern Territory (NT), Brisbane in Queensland (QLD), Sydney in New South Wales (NSW), Canberra in the ACT, Melbourne in Victoria (VIC), Hobart and Lancesten in Tasmania (TAS) and Adelaide in South Australia(SA). Feel free to contact us directly if you would like to find a manufacturer in your local area.