What Is Brava Roof Tile?
Composite Roofing with the Look of Natural Materials and a 50-Year Warranty
KTM Roofing is a certified installer of Brava roof tile, a composite roofing product that replicates the look of natural cedar shake, slate, and Spanish barrel tile without the weight, maintenance, or structural demands of traditional materials. Brava tiles are manufactured from recycled polymer using a mineral-infusion process called Colorcast, which bonds color throughout the full thickness of each tile so it holds up under Georgia sun without fading. Every product carries a transferable 50-year limited warranty. KTM has been installing specialty roofing throughout the Atlanta metro area since 1984, and we bring that same experience to every Brava project.
Why Atlanta Homeowners Choose Brava Roofing
The Advantages of Composite Roofing Over Traditional Materials
Brava roof tiles were developed to address the real-world drawbacks of natural slate, clay, cedar, and concrete tile. The result is a product that performs better in most categories while dramatically reducing long-term maintenance costs.
4 Reasons to Choose Brava Roof Tile
Maintenance Free Over a 50-Year Lifespan
Brava tiles do not absorb moisture, harbor mildew, rot, or warp. Unlike wood shake or natural slate, they require no periodic treatment or individual tile replacement due to routine wear.
Built to Handle Whatever Atlanta Throws at It
Brava tiles carry a Class 4 impact rating (the highest available) and 110 mph wind resistance. They are also available in Class A and Class C fire ratings depending on the profile selected.
No Fading, No Color Matching Headaches
Brava’s Colorcast technology infuses pigment throughout each tile during manufacturing, so color stays consistent from surface to core. Replacement tiles match because the color is part of the material, not a surface coating.
Lighter Than Traditional Tile and Slate
Natural slate and clay barrel tile require expensive structural reinforcement before installation can begin. Brava composite tiles deliver the same visual profile at a fraction of the weight, with no substructure modifications required in most homes.
BRAVA Cedar Shake Roofing Tile
Synthetic Cedar Shake Roofing for Atlanta Homes
Brava’s composite cedar shake tile captures the texture, color variation, and hand-split character of real cedar without the upkeep that comes with natural wood. Profiles range from 5/8″ to 7/8″ in thickness and can be installed in straight courses or a staggered pattern. Tiles ship from multiple production batches to ensure the kind of variation that makes a wood roof look authentic from the street
Brava Cedar Shake vs. Traditional Cedar: At a Glance
| Traditional Cedar | Brava Composite Shake | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifespan | 30-40 years | 50-year warranty |
| Maintenance | Periodic cleaning, sealing, treatment | None required |
| Moisture resistance | Absorbs moisture; prone to rot and mildew | Fully moisture-resistant |
| Color over time | Fades and grays unevenly | Colorcast mineral pigment holds color |
| Color over time | Typically landfill | Fully recyclable |
BRAVA Slate Roofing Tile
Composite Slate Roof Tile Without the Weight or Cost
Brava’s Old World Slate composite tile has a 1-inch profile that matches the visual depth of natural quarried slate while weighing far less per square foot. No costly substructure modifications are required in most residential applications. The composite material carries a Class 4 impact rating and comes in custom color combinations using the Colorcast process.
Brava Slate vs. Natural Slate: At a Glance
| Natural Slate | Brava Composite Slate | |
|---|---|---|
| Lifespan | 75-100+ years | 50-year warranty |
| Weight | Very heavy; often requires structural reinforcement | Lightweight; standard structures typically sufficient |
| Impact resistance | Fragile; chips and cracks under impact | Class 4 impact rated, hail-warranted |
| Color repair | Near-impossible to match aging quarried slate | Consistent color throughout each tile |
| Installation | Specialized tools and handling required | Workable with standard roofing tools |
BRAVA Spanish Roofing Tile
Composite Spanish Barrel Tile for Atlanta Properties
Brava barrel tile replicates the semi-cylindrical profile of traditional Spanish roofing without the weight, fragility, or structural demands of clay. Tiles interlock in the same pattern as traditional barrel tile and are available in warm earth-tone palettes suited to Mediterranean, Mission, and Spanish Colonial architecture. Brava’s composite barrel tile is the only 3rd-party tested and Miami-Dade County approved composite Spanish tile profile on the market.
Brava Barrel Tile vs. Traditional Clay Spanish Tile: At a Glance
| Traditional Clay Tile | Brava Composite Barrel Tile | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | Very heavy; structural reinforcement often requiredears | Lightweight; minimal structural impact |
| Breakage | Common in shipping and installation | Virtually none |
| Impact resistance | Prone to cracking under hail or foot traffic | Class 4 impact rated |
| Wind resistance | Varies by product | 110 mph rated |
| Warranty | Limited | 50-year transferable limited warranty |
Brava Roof Tile FAQ
Common Questions About Brava Roofing in Atlanta
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KTM Roofing, Certified Brava Installer Serving the Greater Atlanta Area
KTM Roofing has been installing specialty roofing throughout Atlanta since 1984, with manufacturer certifications from Brava, GAF, CertainTeed, DaVinci, and Carlisle SynTec Systems. We provide transparent estimates, a written transferable workmanship warranty on every project, and service across the full Atlanta metro area including Decatur, Alpharetta, Marietta, Sandy Springs, Stockbridge, Lawrenceville, Duluth, Fayetteville, and surrounding counties.
KTM Roofing | South Atlanta Office (Corporate HQ): 2536 Highway 138 East, Atlanta, GA 30281 | (678) 831-9166
North Atlanta Office: 5555 Glenridge Connector, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30342 | (470) 291-5014
