This is the finishing piece of a roof and is applied at the meeting point of the two slopes, fixated with mortar; however, other fixation solutions are available. This piece should be placed allowing for ventilation.
Legend:
- Beam
- Rod
- Scantling
- Lath
- Counter-lath
- Tile
- Under-ridge wedge
- Ridge
- Mortar point
- Plastic, bituminous or metallic band
- Lining
- Steam barrier
- Metallic fastening
- Metallic support
- Prestressed Slab
- Insulation
- Nail
In Portugal, the fixation of ridge tiles is usually done by using mortar, a solution that is often not the best. When using mortar to fixate these tiles, always use a minimal amount and according to the picture.
Ridge tiles are united by fitting and don not require any type of additional insulation.
When laying ridge tiles, maximum coverage should be ensured and wind and rain direction should be taken into consideration, as shown in the picture on the right.