Large-format tile: fewer pieces per m² and a faster roof
The Vetonek concrete roof tile has a format of about 42 x 33 cm and is laid at 10.5 pcs/m² of roof. It offers excellent watertightness, very low absorption and frost resistance, for roofs on new builds and renovations. Choose between the Mundaka, Ondarroa and Plentzia models in slate grey, red or Iberian.
✅ Advantages
Only 10.5 tiles per m²: fewer pieces to handle and less time on the roof.
Waterproof: excellent watertightness and very low water absorption.
Frost resistant: suitable for cold climates and mountain areas.
High flexural strength: and dimensional stability for an even fit.
Complete system: Mundaka and Ondarroa have a matching angled trim, ridge tile and ventilation tile, sold as a separate product.
🏗️ Applications
Pitched roofs on new builds.
Roof renovation and replacement.
Detached houses, industrial buildings and rural buildings.
📋 Technical data
Mundaka: 42 x 33.1 cm (slate grey) and 43 x 33.1 cm (red).
Ondarroa: 43 x 33 cm (slate grey) and 44 x 33 cm (red).
Plentzia: 43 x 33.2 cm (slate grey) and 42 x 33.2 cm (Iberian).
Weight: 4.2 kg/pc, about 44 kg/m² of tiles.
Coverage: 10.5 pcs/m².
Material: concrete.
🧮 How many do I need?
For a 100 m² roof: 100 x 10.5 = 1,050 tiles. That is about 10 pallets of 108 pcs (10.29 m² each). Add a small margin, for example 5 %, for cuts and breakage.
📦 Sales formats
Pack of 50 pcs (4.76 m², 210 kg).
Pallet of 108 pcs (10.29 m², about 454 kg).
Pallets weigh up to 1,000 kg and are delivered by truck.
🧰 Installation
Check that the pitch and the substrate are suitable for concrete roof tiles.
Set out and fix the battens at the gauge required by the format.
Lay the tiles from the bottom up, interlocking each piece with the previous one.
Fix the tiles with nails or clips according to the pitch and wind exposure.
Finish ridges and verges with the corresponding special pieces.
💡 Vetonek tip: order the tiles and their special pieces in the same order: you will get the same colour across the whole roof.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many concrete roof tiles are needed per m²?
10.5 tiles are laid per m² of roof. A pallet of 108 pcs covers 10.29 m².
What is the difference between Mundaka, Ondarroa and Plentzia?
The design, exact size and colours differ: Mundaka and Ondarroa come in slate grey and red, Plentzia in slate grey and Iberian. Only Mundaka and Ondarroa have matching special pieces.
How much does the tile weigh per m²?
Each tile weighs 4.2 kg, so the roof carries about 44 kg/m² of tiles.
Is it frost resistant?
Yes. It is frost resistant and has very low water absorption.
How much does a pallet weigh?
A pallet of 108 pcs weighs about 454 kg. A pack of 50 pcs weighs 210 kg.
Can I buy less than a pallet?
Yes. It is sold in packs of 50 pcs, which cover 4.76 m².
Are there ridge tiles and trims?
Yes, for Mundaka and Ondarroa: angled trim, ridge tile and ventilation tile, sold as a separate product.
How do you cut a concrete roof tile?
With an angle grinder or a cutter with a concrete disc, wearing safety glasses and a mask.
Is it suitable for renovation?
Yes. It is suitable both for new builds and for replacing existing roofs.
