French tile vs Spanish tile

Our roof repairs are getting the rain test today! 

Did you know: The tiles on most of the Village homes are French style, versus the Spanish style used on The Village School?

French Style has locking tabs on the sides and top; 

Nearly all French style tiles are interlocking meaning the tiles hold onto the ones next to it to create a strong and durable roof. 

Spanish Style is profiled like the letter “S” so each piece functions as both a pan and a cover. 

We’re not quite certain why Spanish style was used on the school, but I suspect it had to do with size of the project and availability of materials.

You can see the comparison in the photos below: the school/Spanish style (L), and one of the Village homes, French style (R). 

Spanish tile French tile

 

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