TS EN 1304

TS EN 1304 is a product standard for clay roofing tiles and fittings, setting out the definitions and specifications for these units when used on pitched roofs as well as in wall cladding and lining. In practical terms, it provides a technical framework for understanding what these clay-based covering elements are, how they are grouped, and which product characteristics matter in building envelope applications.

What the standard addresses in practice

The document covers both the tiles themselves and the matching fittings used with them. In general technical context, these components are part of the external weathering layer of a building: they help shed rainwater, contribute to continuity at overlaps and junctions, and complete the surface geometry of a roof or façade. Because the standard also includes wall cladding and lining applications, it is relevant not only to roof appearance but also to durability, dimensional compatibility, and surface performance in exposed conditions.

How related test documents fit around the product specification

The referenced EN and TS EN documents indicate the kinds of performance topics commonly associated with clay roofing products, such as mechanical resistance, water tightness, dimensional assessment, freeze-thaw behavior, and reaction to fire. In that sense, TS EN 1304 functions as a product-definition and specification standard, while the related methods are used to assess whether a tile or fitting meets the declared requirements. It is not a generic installation manual; it is a specification document for the product family itself.

• Applies to clay roofing tiles and fittings used on pitched roofs.
• Also covers wall cladding and wall lining applications.
• Provides the product-definition and specification basis for the family of units.
• This is a withdrawn TSE edition; the description reflects the subject of the document, not a current validity claim.