Innovative roofing system out of recycled tires

NEW YORK (Scrap Monster): Recycled rubber roofs have become an innovative roofing method which can save money and save environment all together. Made from recycled tires, these roofing shingles are durable, dependable, and more eco-friendly than ordinary wood or slate.

Rubber shingles are made from recycled tires of vehicles. The tire wall is removed, and the tread section is cut into large pieces. The treading is then buffed off, and the rubber is coated with sawdust or slate dust. Much of this dust comes from recycled sources as well, often from mills or recycled slate tiles. The pieces are heated and molded into shape, often with a patter added to give each shingle the look of other materials. A plastic tab is then added to each shingle to help make nailing down the pieces easier to do.

Recycled rubber shingles have the durability and protection of rubber. Each shingle benefits from having the steel belting originally found in the tire still intact. This makes the shingles stronger and last longer than other conventional roofing materials. The shingles can be made to resemble typical roofing shingles, mimicking the look of wood, tile and slate. Home owners can get the look of conventional roofing with the durability of rubber, uk.ibtimes.com reported.