FAQ - Frequently asked questions

The Taborsky DP40 roof tile is installed on a timber substructure.

The profile sheets are laid from the eaves to the ridge and fastened with self-drilling roof screws. The correct substructure spacing is important here!
Important installation principles:

• Screwing on the corrugation crest
• Fastening in the plane of the lower stamping
• approx. 6–7 screws per m² of roof area
• Matching ridge, verge, and eaves components ensure a professional roof covering

Detailed instructions are provided in the official installation manual.

The length of the Taborsky DP40 roof tile is manufactured according to the parts list. This means that lengths are made to measure between 550 mm and 6,100 mm. The cover width of the roof tiles is fixed and amounts to 1,000 mm.

If the roof is longer, the roof tile profiles must be joined transversely.

Yes. Snow protection accessories are available for the Taborsky DP40 roof tile.
Matching snow protection elements are part of the accessories and can be installed on the roof tile profile in a system-compliant manner.

The Taborsky DP40 roof tile combines the appearance of classic roof tiles with the advantages of an industrially manufactured roof system:

• very low weight per unit area (approx. 0.048 kN/m²)
• high dimensional stability of the surface
• lengths up to 6,100 mm (project-specific)
• longitudinal overlaps with an additional water trap
• economical overall costs for roofing and installation

Particularly when renovating existing roofs, the low weight compared to concrete roof tiles is a decisive structural advantage.

Conventional roof tiles are mostly made of clay or concrete and are laid as individual roofing tiles. The Taborsky roof tile DP40 is a sheet metal roof tile profile, which is manufactured in long profile sheets.
This results in significant differences:

• significantly lower weight than concrete or clay roof tiles
• large-format sheets instead of individual roof tiles
• uniform appearance over the entire roof
• less installation effort and shorter construction time

The DP40 is therefore a modern alternative to classic roof tiles and interlocking tiles for pitched roofs.

A minimum roof pitch of 10 degrees is required for the Taborsky DP40 roof tile.

This minimum pitch ensures that rainwater drains off reliably and that a permanently secure roof covering is guaranteed.

Yes. All Taborsky facade profiles are custom-made to measure. Profile geometry, construction width, material thickness, length, surface, and perforation can be adapted exactly to the respective building and architectural requirements.

The costs of a metal facade depend on the material, profile shape, perforation, surface, and project size. Thanks to their long service life, low maintenance, and exact prefabrication, however, metal facades offer an excellent cost-benefit ratio – especially in comparison to conventional facade solutions. Particularly when renovating existing buildings, ventilated metal facades are convincing due to their low weight and easy installation.

The facade profiles are available in almost all RAL, NCS, and special colors. In addition, coil-coated, powder-coated, anodized, and natural surfaces are available. This allows every metal facade to be perfectly adapted to the architectural concept.

Yes, an anodized surface is easily possible, especially with the Taborsky facade profiles.
Anodized surfaces impress with their elegant appearance, high UV resistance, anti-graffiti properties, and long durability - ideal for high-quality architectural projects.

We offer coil anodizing and batch anodizing in various colors, ranging from natural anodized E6/C0 to various coil anodized shades (Bronze 10, Bronze 20, Bronze 30, Bronze 40, Bronze 50, Bronze 60, Bronze 70, Bronze 85) and other anodized shades (E6/C2, E6/C3, E6/C4, E6/C31, E6/C32, E6/C33, E6/C34, E6/C35). Sandalor anodized shades are also available upon request.

Depending on the material and profile type, the Taborsky facade profiles can be manufactured in lengths from approx. 300 mm up to 8,000 mm. This allows large-scale facades to be realized with few joints and a clean, continuous architectural appearance.

A metal facade offers numerous advantages:

• high durability and weather resistance
• low weight with high stability
• great design freedom in color, shape, and texture
• simple installation for new buildings and renovations
• low maintenance and sustainable due to recyclability
• ideally combinable with insulation, PV modules, or roof systems (roof profiles)

Taborsky offers an extensive range of facade profiles for metal facades, including meander profiles (similar to rhombus profiles), trapezoidal profiles (trapezoidal sheets), sawtooth profiles, pointed profiles, corrugated profiles, and special profiles, as well as perforated facade profiles. Individual profiles can also be manufactured according to customer requirements. The profiles are designed for ventilated curtain wall systems and are suitable for both new construction projects and for the renovation of existing buildings.

Taborsky manufactures facade profiles from high-quality metals, including:

• coated aluminum
• anodized aluminum (batch anodized or coil anodized)
• galvanized and coated steel
• stainless steel (various alloys and surface finishes)
• copper, titanium zinc, brass, and bronze

The choice of material depends on design, budget, use, and environmental influences.

For perforated metal facades, numerous standard and special perforations are available, e.g.:

• Round perforations
• Slotted perforations
• Square or special shapes
• Free, project-specific hole patterns

Hole diameter, hole spacing, and arrangement can be defined individually in order to optimally coordinate light, air, privacy, and design.

The perforations can also be adapted to the profile. For example, only the upper flange or lower flange can be perforated (upper flange perforation, web perforation, lower flange perforation).

For commercial and industrial buildings, robust steel metal facades with clear lines and high resistance are particularly suitable.
Large-format facade profiles, such as trapezoidal profiles (trapezoidal sheets), meander profiles (similar to rhombus profiles), sawtooth profiles, pointed profiles, corrugated profiles, and special profiles, as well as perforated metal facades, have proven themselves, as they are durable, low-maintenance, and economical. Functional requirements such as ventilation, light transmission, or visual privacy can also be integrated.

Not every color is automatically available in every sheet thickness or for every trapezoidal profile. Availability depends on the respective profile type, material thickness, and the chosen surface. For projects with special color requirements, we recommend an individual consultation so that the profile, sheet thickness, and color can be optimally combined. In addition, a color chart is available for download.

No, the following information is sufficient for a quote:

• Quantity or size of the roof or wall
• Profile type
• Sheet thicknesses
• Color
• Area of application (roof or wall)

Alternatively, a sketch or plan can also be submitted. The final parts list is only required when placing the order.

The required quantity is calculated based on the roof or wall area and the effective cover width of the respective trapezoidal profile.
Important factors are:

• Length of the area (corresponds to the length of the trapezoidal sheets)
• Profile type and cover width
• Width of the roof (to determine the number of sheets depending on the cover width of the profile)
• Possible waste or reserve sheets

An exact calculation helps to avoid material losses.

When installing corrugated sheet metal on the wall, a lateral overlap of at least one corrugation is recommended to ensure secure tightness and a stable connection of the corrugated sheets. On the roof, 2 corrugation crests must be overlapped in the longitudinal overlap. This reduces the construction width by 76mm to 988mm.

The exact overlap can vary depending on the area of application (wall or roof) and the load. Accessories such as profile fillers and sealing tape additionally improve the sealing of the joints.

Taborsky trapezoidal profiles are available made to measure and can be produced in individually manufactured lengths. This allows large areas to be realized with few joints and reduces installation effort. The lengths of the trapezoidal profiles can be up to 24 meters. However, the maximum lengths are specified for each profile.

Taborsky trapezoidal profiles are available in a large selection of colors. In addition to numerous RAL colors, wood-effect, stone-effect, and Corten-effect colors are also available on galvanized and coated materials. This allows trapezoidal profiles to be visually adapted to the roof, facade, and existing buildings.

No. An anti-condensation coating (fleece on the underside) is not applied as standard on all trapezoidal profiles.
It is an optional feature that is particularly useful for trapezoidal sheets in roofing applications for single-skin roofs to prevent condensation.

Trapezoidal sheet metal is an extremely versatile building material and is suitable for, among other things:

• Roofs of industrial and commercial buildings
• Facade cladding
• Halls, warehouses, and agricultural buildings
• Carports, outbuildings, and canopies

Thanks to different profiles, sheet thicknesses, and coatings, trapezoidal profiles can be optimally adapted to the respective application.

The substructure spacing depends on many factors, including:

• Wind loads and/or snow loads that occur
• Type of trapezoidal profile
• Sheet thickness of the trapezoidal profile
• Static system (single-span, double-span, or multi-span system)
• Deflection limitation of the trapezoidal profiles (depending on the type of application)

For further information, our installation instructions are available for download. If you have any technical questions, we are always available by phone.

Usually, these are production-dependent delivery times, which are announced on a project-by-project basis. As a rule, about 2-4 weeks.

Express production is possible on request!

The difference lies mainly in the area of application and the profile geometry:

• Roof profiles are designed for the drainage of rainwater and snow loads
• Wall profiles are used for facade cladding and are visually and structurally adapted for this purpose

However, many trapezoidal profiles can be used on both roofs and walls depending on the version. To do this, however, the coated side changes. For example, if the coating is on side B, it is a negative position and therefore a roof profile as an external covering shell. However, if the coating is on side A, it is a positive position and thus a wall profile.

When ordering, it is essential to specify whether the application is for a roof or a wall.

The effective cover width/construction width is the width that a trapezoidal profile actually covers after deducting the lateral overlap.
It is smaller than the total width and differs depending on the profile shape. The cover width/construction width is always decisive for material calculation. Cover width is a synonym for construction width.

Yes. The Taborsky corrugated sheet 18/76 is primarily designed as a wall and facade profile. Due to its uniform wave shape and stable profile geometry, the corrugated profile is ideally suited for facade cladding of industrial, commercial, and agricultural buildings, as well as for outbuildings and tool sheds.

Yes, the 18/76 corrugated sheet can also be used as a roof profile, especially for simple roof constructions such as agricultural buildings, shelters, or functional buildings. It should be noted that the profile does not have an anti-condensation fleece as an accessory, and additional measures may be necessary depending on the application. In addition, 2 corrugation crests must overlap at the longitudinal overlap. This reduces the construction width by 76 mm to 988 mm.

On a steel substructure, the 18/76 corrugated sheet is mounted using self-drilling screws for steel. These enable quick and secure fastening without pre-drilling. Here, too, we recommend using the fasteners provided by Taborsky to ensure the stability and longevity of the construction.

Fastening to a timber substructure is carried out using specially designed fastening screws for wood.

The screws are usually placed in the corrugation valley on the wall to ensure secure load transmission and a permanently tight connection. Matching accessories such as sealing tape and profile fillers support a professional installation.

The Taborsky 18/76 corrugated sheet is available made to measure and can be manufactured in lengths from 200 mm to 12,000 mm. This allows the profile to be optimally adapted to the respective facade or roof area and reduces waste.