Piaçava Roofing materials Synthetic materials
Piacava roofing is a roofing material derived from Brazilian tradition and made from the fibers of Piacava palm trees.
As the technology has evolved, alternatives to Piacava roofs from synthetic materials have emerged, and here are some common synthetic materials:
HDPE resin: This is a high-density polyethylene resin that is often used to make synthetic Piacava roofing materials. It has high durability, can resist ultraviolet light, moisture, heat, cold and other harsh conditions, long service life. And the material is relatively light and easy to transport and install. With the addition of UV stabilizers and flame retardants, its performance is even better, ensuring roof safety while reducing the problem of aging due to long-term exposure to sunlight.
ASA synthetic resin: ASA synthetic resin has good weather resistance and corrosion resistance, lasting and stable color, and is not easy to fade. Piacava roofing materials made from ASA synthetic resins mimic the look and feel of natural Piacava roofing while providing better water resistance and longer service life. Its advantages of light weight, toughness, thermal insulation, sound insulation, etc., make it highly competitive in the roofing material market.
PVC material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) material is also one of the common synthetic roofing materials. PVC roofing material has good water resistance, chemical corrosion resistance and easy processing, and the price is relatively low. Specially formulated and processed PVC materials can be used to create tile shapes similar to the roof of Piacava, providing a unique appearance to the building.
As a natural material, palm leaf fiber has many unique properties while facing great challenges:
I. Challenges in terms of physical characteristics
Limited strength and durability
The strength of the palm leaf fiber is relatively low, and it is easy to break when subjected to high pressure or tension compared to some synthetic materials. For example, in strong winds, roofs made of palm leaf fibers may be damaged by the wind, causing the fibers to break and the roof to be damaged.
In terms of durability, palm leaf fiber is easily affected by natural environmental factors and gradually aging. After long-term exposure to sunlight, the fibers will become weak and the color will gradually fade. In addition, the humid environment can cause the fiber to absorb water, which can cause rot and mildew, reducing its service life.
Poor dimensional stability
The size of palm leaf fiber changes under different humidity and temperature conditions. When the humidity in the air increases, the fibers absorb water and expand. When the environment is dry, the fibers will lose water and shrink. This change in size can cause deformation, cracking and other problems in products made from palm leaf fibers. For example, carpet woven with palm leaf fibers may become loose in wet seasons and may shrink and harden in dry seasons.
Improve through innovation
That's why we created the roof tiles for covering (commercial grade synthetic piassava roof tiles). piacava sintetica is made of durable HDPE resin with added UV stabilizers and flame retardants. This innovation. piacava sintetica is guaranteed to last for decades, making it a smart investment for environmentally conscious homeowners.
