Ridge tile

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-004851",
  "term": "Ridge tile",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A specially shaped roofing tile designed to cover and seal the ridge line of a pitched roof. These tiles overlap to shed water and protect the roof structure from weather ingress. They are manufactured from materials such as clay, concrete, or slate, matching the main roof covering.",
  "synonyms": [
    "roof tile"
  ],
  "subject": "Construction",
  "see_also": [
    "ridge beam",
    "ridge vent"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Firstziegel",
    "es": "teja de cumbrera",
    "fr": "tuile faîtière"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/ridge-tile/"
}