What it is
Most Chennai homes have a flat RCC roof that doubles as a terrace. Sloped roofs with tiles or sheets are used for style or over terrace areas. Older Chennai houses have Madras terrace roofs of wooden joists, bricks and lime.
Types and key points
- Flat RCC roof: usable terrace
- Sloped roof: tiles or sheets
- Madras terrace roof: traditional brick and lime
- Needs waterproofing and heat protection
Why it matters
The roof takes the full Chennai sun and monsoon. Waterproofing and heat-reflective finishes make a big difference to comfort.
How Elamentt handles it
Terrace waterproofing is in every package; we can add heat-reflective finishes.