Global Roofing Market Thrives off the Global Construction Boom
Roofs have been an essential part of construction ever since man learnt to build houses for himself. Their main purpose is to complete the insulation that a house can provide and protect the insides from weather effects and precipitation. As the technology of roofing steadily advanced, man started using dual-layered roofs for better insulation, or even sloped roofs to prevent the accumulation of water. While the purpose of roofing has not changed much over the years, the materials and the skill of construction have surged ahead in leaps and bounds, especially since the industrial age. In this context, roofs are one of the most conspicuous aspects of any building. A clearer perspective of this can be obtained in developing economies and countryside areas in developed ones, where modern buildings with advanced roofing can be seen side-by-side with architecture from as much as half a century ago. The global roofing market can reach US$97.6 bn by the end of 2020. It is ...