Tapco vs Britmet vs Metrotile: Conservatory Roof Tiles Compared
When you compare quotes for a tiled conservatory roof, you'll see a few tile brands mentioned, most often Tapco, Britmet and Metrotile. Britmet and Metrotile are lightweight steel-based tiles; Tapco is a composite slate-effect tile. Here's why Nu-Look uses Tapco on every roof, and what to check with any installer.
Why Nu-Look uses Tapco
- Lightweight: about 12kg per square metre once installed.
- Looks like real slate: moulded to copy the texture of natural slate.
- Weather resistant: CE marked for wind, rain and snow resistance.
- Guaranteed: Tapco tiles carry a 40-year manufacturer's guarantee.
- Colours: Pewter Grey, Stone Black, Red Rock, Plum, Brick Red and Chestnut Brown.
Questions to ask about any tile
- What does it weigh per square metre, installed?
- What is the manufacturer's guarantee, and what does it cover?
- Can I see real samples, not just colours on a screen?
- What U-value does the finished roof reach? The tile is only one layer. Nu-Look's complete roof reaches 0.14 W/m²K.
The tile matters, but the frame and insulation underneath matter more. Read timber frame vs manufactured kit roofs for the rest of the picture.
We'll bring real Tapco samples to your survey so you can see the colours in daylight.