The right roofing accessories can make a major difference in the final performance of a roof and cladding system. At Emaar Industries, roofing and cladding accessories can be matched with the panel or roofing profile in terms of material, thickness, colour and coating. For projects in the GCC, material selection is especially important because heat, humidity, coastal air and rain can affect exposed metal components over time. Galvanized steel, aluminium and pre-painted steel can be selected according to the project location, required durability and budget.
Which Roofing Accessory Should You Choose?
Accessory:
Main Application:
Main Advantage:
When Is It Most Useful?
Flashings
Closing and protecting panel joints and edges
Better protection at connections
Corners, edges, openings and panel joints
Gutters
Collecting and directing rainwater
Controlled roof drainage
Roofs where rainwater needs to be directed to downpipes
Curve Sheets
Curved roof sections
Creates a continuous curved roof design
Projects using curved or specially designed roof sections
Ridge Sheets
Roof ridge connection
Closes and protects the roof peak
Pitched sandwich panel roofs
Translucent Skylight Sheets
Bringing natural daylight through the roof
Natural lighting during daytime
Warehouses, workshops and industrial buildings
Which Material Is Better for Exposed Accessories?
Material:
When It Can Be a Better Choice?
PPGI (Galvanized)
Good strength and a practical choice for many general roofing applications
PPAL (Aluminium)
Useful for coastal and humid areas where corrosion resistance and lower weight are important
PC (Polycarbonate)
Used for translucent roof areas where natural daylight is required
Should roofing accessories use the same material as the roof sheet?
Not always. The best material depends on the location, exposure to weather, corrosion risk and the function of each accessory. For example, aluminium can be a better choice in coastal areas where corrosion resistance is a priority.
