Ludowici Straight Barrel Hip Starter

Description

For over 130 years, architects, homeowners, universities, commercial, and government clients have turned to Ludowici for uniquely beautiful architectural terra cotta clay tile products that stand the test of time. Crafted in New Lexington, Ohio, our clay tile products are infinitely customizable and carry a 75-year warranty. Ludowici clay tiles are of the highest quality available—chosen to adorn thousands of historic and newly built structures around the world.

Slate Roof Alternatives: Ludowici’s slate roof alternatives, our terra cotta clay roof tiles, feature all the beauty of natural slate with the enhanced durability and longevity of terra cotta. These slate interlocking tiles feature a pressed quarried texture and LudoSlate available as a lightweight option, perfect for renovation!

Unlike other slate roof alternatives, our terra cotta clay roof tiles are easier and less expensive to install than natural slate, and are more durable than synthetic slate. Tiles from Ludowici are noncombustible and carry Grade 1 ASTM certification for less than 2% water absorption.

Key Features:

• Straight Barrel Design: Offers a classic, rounded profile that integrates seamlessly with Ludowici’s straight barrel tiles.
• Hip Starter Construction: Specifically designed to initiate the hip section of the roof, providing a solid and stable starting point for the hip tiles.
• Durable Clay Material: Crafted from high-quality clay, ensuring resistance to weather conditions and long-term reliability.
• Effective Water Management: Helps to ensure a secure and watertight transition at the start of the hip, preventing potential leaks and enhancing roof durability.
• Versatile Application: Ideal for use in both residential and commercial projects, complementing various architectural styles.