| What
Is Enviroshake® made of? |
| The exact
composition of Enviroshake® is a proprietary trade
secret. It is what is commonly known as a composite material
that contains plastics, fibers, and tire derived rubber.
There are also components that protect it from UV degradation
and provide the necessary colouring to replicate the look
of cedar shakes. |
| What
colours does Enviroshake® come in? |
| Enviroshake®
is currently offered in only one colour. It starts out
as a brownish grey colour and converts or “weathers”
to a silver-grey colour that closely resembles a real
cedar roof. |
| How
much does Enviroshake® weigh? |
| Enviroshake®
weighs approximately 300 lbs per Square. (1 Square = 100
square feet) |
| How
long does Enviroshake® last? |
| Accelerated
weather testing indicates that Enviroshake® will have
a life expectancy that is considerably longer than the
50 year warranty that is offered. |
| What
sizes do the shakes come in? |
| All Enviroshake®
tiles are approximately 12” wide by 20” long.
There are 6 profiles that provide a random look once Enviroshake
® is installed. |
| Can
I install Enviroshake® over my existing shingles? |
| Different
jurisdictions have different code regulations but generally
speaking, Enviroshake® can be installed over one layer
of existing asphalt shingles, provided the roof is structurally
sound underneath. There is considerable cost savings since
there would be no additional cost for removal and disposal
of the shingles. There are considerable environmental
benefits to this as well because the old shingles need
not be put in a landfill. |
| Do
you have to install strips of wood horizontally under
the Enviroshake® shingles to allow them to “breathe”?
|
|
No. Unlike real cedar, Enviroshake® is a synthetic
product that does not need to breathe. It can be installed
over solid plywood sheathing or it can be installed on
strapping. Please adhere to the installation guide and
all local codes regarding installation. |
| What
is the lowest slope that Enviroshake® can be used
on? |
| Enviroshake®
is recommended for roofs with a pitch of 4/12 or greater.
Please consult Technical Support at 1.866.423.3302 or
info@enviroshake.com if your roof slope is less than 4/12. |
| Where
can I purchase Enviroshake® in my area? |
| Please
call 1.866.423.3302 (toll free in Canada and US) or e-mail
us at info@enviroshake.com
for the location of a distributor or dealer near you. |
| Still
have unanswered questions? |
| Please
email us at info@enviroshake.com
and we will get back to you very soon |
