Benefits of PREFA roof shingles

Flexible Installation
ideal for secure roofing of a wide variety of roof shapes and roof landscapes, as well as for older roof trusses with a "character".

Many standard colours
available in the particularly durable P.10 colour quality. Stucco surface as a standard, also available smooth on request. From the classic tile effect to timeless grey and brown hues – the much-loved PREFA roof shingles offer a reliable and durable solution for your new roof.

Wide range of accessories
From fasteners to snow guards to roof safety – original PREFA accessories are perfectly coordinated.

40-year guarantee

Flexible Installation
ideal for secure roofing of a wide variety of roof shapes and roof landscapes, as well as for older roof trusses with a "character".

Many standard colours
available in the particularly durable P.10 colour quality. Stucco surface as a standard, also available smooth on request. From the classic tile effect to timeless grey and brown hues – the much-loved PREFA roof shingles offer a reliable and durable solution for your new roof.

Wide range of accessories
From fasteners to snow guards to roof safety – original PREFA accessories are perfectly coordinated.

40-year guarantee
As though tailor-made for each project
PREFA roof shingles are easy to work with. Many curved shapes, such as curved dormers (bat dormers, ox-eye dormers, pike dormers, etc.), can also be covered with the adaptable shingle. It also adapts to unevenness in the existing substructure to a certain extent, as is the case, for example, with the 400-year-old Wiesenhaus and its old roof truss:


Expert tip: The noise-insulating strip makes the PREFA roof shingle quieter
Aluminium roofs are quieter than their reputation would have you believe. Everyone perceives noise differently. The PREFA roof shingle has noise-insulating strips (FD.TEC) to keep noise levels to a minimum. For even more comfort in residential buildings, we recommend additionally using a thicker separation layer.
Colour range of the PREFA roof shingle : Elegant, matt design available in many colours
The shingle with a stucco finish is available in many standard colours. The broad choice of colours ensures attractive and harmonious roof surfaces for new buildings and renovations. The PREFA colour range extends from traditional tiled effects to modern grey tones and natural shades of brown. The following roof colours are available as standard:
Colour overview (10)
Colour |
Code |
~ RAL |
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P.10 brown |
7013 |
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P.10 anthracite |
7016 |
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P.10 black |
9005 |
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P.10 brick red |
8004 |
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P.10 oxide red |
3009 |
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P.10 moss green |
6005 |
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P.10 light grey |
7005 |
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P.10 nut brown |
8019 |
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P.10 dark grey |
7043 |
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P.10 stone grey |
7031 |
Notes
- The RAL values stated are merely approximate values (~), some of which may differ vastly from the original PREFA colour and, under certain circumstances, may not reflect the subjective perception of the colour.
- Above all for colour quality P.10, it is almost impossible to define values due to the surface structure.
- Plain aluminium: The guarantee does not cover surface appearance alterations caused by processing and environmental influences. Follow the instructions.
- Metallic colours may vary in shade.
- To identify exact colours for complementary components please consult original samples.
References with PREFA roof shingles
PREFA roof shingles make a good impression on both modern and classic buildings. So, whether you want to re-roof or renovate your old roof, check out our reference gallery or renovation gallery for inspiration from the variety of shingle roofs available.
Roof structure with PREFA roof shingles
PREFA aluminium roofs are produced with a ventilated sub-structure, with the roof cover and thermal insulation layer separated by a ventilated gap. This means any occasional condensation can be wicked away.
It is mostly the roof build up that is ventilated, as shown in the first picture. However, the whole attic space can also be ventilated (second picture).
Planning & Application
Here you can download specification documents and details on the PREFA roof shingle. Installation manuals and tips for installing roofs, as well as planning guidelines, the roof data entry form, and roof shingle installation videos can be found in our Service Area. (For tinsmith and roofing partner companies only: Please have your log-in details ready. Not received your log-in details yet? Please contact your PREFA Regional Sales Manager).
Information for architectural practices 3D and BIM data, as well as textures for our products can also be found here: digital planning
Technical information
Material |
coil-coated aluminium, 0.7 mm thick |
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Standard finish |
stucco |
Dimensions |
420×240 mm (cover), i.e. 10 pc./m² |
Weight |
approx. 2.5 kg/m² |
Minimum roof pitch |
25° (approx. 47%) |
Supporting substrate and separation layer* |
On fully boarded substrate (at least 24 mm); with snow loads greater than 3.25 kN/m² or in terrain categories 0, I or II, fully boarded substrate with a separation layer is required. * Observe country-specific standards and specialist guidelines. |
Standard fastening |
indirect fastening, 1 PREFA patent clip and ring nail per roof and façade shingle (i.e. 10 PREFA patent clips and ring nails per m²) |
Accessories
Below you will find a list of PREFA roof shingle accessories, from verge trim and ridge vents, to roof safety products like snow stoppers and walkways. Aluminium gutters and drainpipes in matching colours can be found under Roof drainage. The proven PREFA range also includes high-quality façade systems, flood protection and photovoltaic products:

Fitting shingle
840 × 240 mm, caution: not suitable for entire roof coverings but only as an enhancement for lateral connections on shingles

Patent clip
for shingles, DS.19 shingle, rhomboid roof tiles, R.16 roof tile and FX.12 roof panel

Strater strip for shingles, DS.19 shingle, rhomboid roof tiles, R.16 roof tile and FX.12 roof panel
1800 × 158 × 1,00 mm, pre-drilled

Ridge vent
3.000 × 1,00 mm, 1.200 × 1,00 mm, self-supporting ridge vent for ventilated roofs

Ridge vent end cap
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Hip and ridge cap
500 × 1,00 mm

Hip cap end cap
-

Verge flashing
95 × 2.000 × 0,70 mm, with cleat strip

Safety valley
3.000 mm, with double lock standing seam (canted)

Bird screen
125 × 2.000 × 0,7 mm, with round perforations Ø 5/7 mm

Ventilation screen
with square perforations 6 mm, in the colours brown/anthracite and light grey/light grey, dimensions: 1,00 × 250 mm and 1,00 × 333 mm

Eaves drip edge
230 × 2.000 × 0,70 mm

Snow guard for shingles
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Bracket for pipe-style snow guard system
3 pipe openings

Haken XL für Schneerechensystem
mit 5 Durchzügen, optimal für PV-Aufdachanlagen

Snow guard pipe
3.000 mm; 25/25

Ice-retention bracket
Suitable for removable pipe

end piece for pipe-style snow guard system
for removable pipe

Abschluss XL für Schneerechensystem
für Einlegeprofil

Mountain snow guard bracket
For 140 mm log diameter

Solar bracket with protective cap
length: 260 mm

Sunny solar bracket
suitable for all PREFA small format products and standing seam systems.

Fix solar bracket
Suitable for all PREFA small format products. Fixed mounting: for flat connection with low overall height. Only suitable for working with PREFA profile rails. Not compatible with other products.

Vario solar bracket
suitable for all PREFA small format products. Variable mounting: flexible height adjustment to compensate for level differences. Only suitable for working with PREFA profile rails. Not compatible with other products.

Safety tread
Adjustable for roof pitches between 12° and 60°; tested according to EN 516-1-A

Walkway support on one mount
250 mm; r roof pitches between 12° and 55°; tested according to DIN EN 516-1-A

Walkway support on two mounts
360 mm; roof pitches between 12° and 55°; tested according to DIN EN 516-1-B

Walkway
250 × 420 mm, 250 × 600 mm, 250 × 800 mm, 250 × 1.200 mm, 360 × 800 mm, 360 × 1.200 mm; tested according to EN 516-1-A or rather EN 516-1-B

Walkway connector
-

Roof anchor hook
tested according to EN 517 – B

Roof anchor hook with mounts
tested according to EN 517 – B

Frog-mouth vent for shingles
420 × 240 mm, air intake section approx. 30 cm²

Frog-mouth vent cover
for riveting, air intake section approx. 30 cm²

Ventilation cap
Ø 100 mm, roof pitch: from 12°

Vent pipe
Ø 100 mm, Ø 120 mm including EPDM seal and cover

Flexible pipe collar 100
Ø 100 – 130 mm, permanently flexible EPDM pipe collar for roof openings made in the roof underlay

Vent pipe cover for seaming
roof pitches between 12° - 52°, Ø 80 - 125 mm

Universal vent pipe cover 2 parts
roof pitches between 12° - 52°; for pipe openings Ø 40 - 120 mm

Base plate
lenth: 540 mm, width: 125 mm

Vario flashing
width: 120 – 600 mm, 600 – 1.020 mm, variable length 150 – 980 mm, roof pitches bewteen 12° – 55°

Roof hatch
-

Window surrounds for Roto & Roto-Q-series
available in many dimensions

Velux window surroundings
available in many dimensions

Chimney cap
700 × 700 mm, 800 × 800 mm, 1000 × 700 mm, 1100 × 800 mm, 1500 × 800 mm

Roof conductor holder for lightning protection wire
clamping range: 2 – 8 mm; round wire mount: Ø 8 mm :

Special adhesive kit
Content: 1 cartridge of PREFA special adhesive 290 ml, 1 can of adhesive cleaner 60 ml, 1 piece of sandpaper, 1 cloth, 2 adapter nozzles