You are in Bangalore on an April day summer noon. The sun is scorching. And you park your bike under an asbestos shed. How would it feel? If you stay there for more than a few minutes you would be baked like a potato.

And now imagine instead of asbestos it was clay roof tiles. The bike would be cooler and so would you.

Why is this? Let's figure out!

Whats the magic behind the cooling?

Mangalore roof is made from fine clay and is then heated and glazed for its strength and shiny look. The tiles have the ability to interlock with each other, making it rigid and durable.

These basic properties give mangalore tiles its cooling ability. But there are more:

1.Ventilation
The patterns in which the tiles are laid leaves gaps for air to circulate. This makes the hot air go outside. This is not possible for the normal roofing options.

2. Thermal mass
Do you remember the story of the foolish crow, who threw clay bricks into the pot of water, hoping it would rise the water level. But then, the water got quickly absorbed by the hot bricks. This is because clay bricks absorb too much heat. So does Mangalore tiles. So during day time they absorb the heat and make it cooler in the inside.

3. Reflective Surface
Mangalore tiles are glazed after they are baked. This gives them the shiny look. This property reflects the run light. Hence reducing the heat.

4. Extra layer for extra protection

Most of the homes now a days have a celing and top of it they use the mangalore tiles. This adds an extra layer of protection for the house. Making the heat stay outside the ceiling. This helps significantly reduce the heat inside.

Other reasons to choose Mangalore tiles

Eco-friendly
Unlike metal or concrete the materials used for mangalore tiles are mostly natural. Making the impact on the environment minimal.

Water Resistance
If you worry about having leakages in your ceiling then tiles are a great option. Their interlocked pattern prevents water from entering the inside.

Aesthetic Appeal
Mangalore tiles give a special look to houses. It brings out the heritage and culture of the past, yet feels so fresh. Not many materials can provide this look.

Conclusion

Mangalore tiles have the property to cool down your homes by 2-6 °C. This is thanks to its ventilation and heat absorption properties. Apart from cooling, mangalore tiles add a sense of aesthetics and provides sustainability in construction. For people in Bangalore, mangalore tiles are a great option as they are perfect for the weather. It can withstand rains and the hot days. It is also holds up the cultural heritage of Karnataka.