Tiles
The Tiles dialog allows you to define new tile products within the Roof Wizard database.
As with all product definitions, the Product Code is the key element — it links the tile to its accessories, pricing, and labour records.
When you select Set-Up Tiles, the Define Tile dialog box opens, allowing you to enter both textual information (for identification and selection) and geometric information (used for quantity calculations).
🧾 Tile Definition Fields
Field | Description |
Supplier | Enter the supplier name or click Supplier to select one from the existing database list. The list of Suppliers is set up in People. See People for more info. |
Profile | Enter or select the tile profile from the existing list. The list of profiles is based on the existing Tile definitions. |
Name | Enter or select the name of the tile. The list of Names is based on the existing Tile definitions. |
Material | Enter or select the material (e.g., Concrete, Terracotta, Metal). The list of Materials is based on the existing Tile definitions. |
Roof Tile Coverage Area | The number of tiles per m² (or ft²). Used when estimating by the Area Method. See Cover>Tiles for more info. |
Pieces per Bundle | Defines tiles per pallet or bundle. |
Max Roof Tile Coverage Length | Maximum coverage length used in coursing layout calculations. See Coursing for more info. |
Min Roof Tile Coverage Length | Minimum coverage length used in coursing layout calculations. See Coursing for more info. |
Roof Tile Coverage Width | The effective width of each tile, used for coursing-based estimates. See Coursing for more info. |
Fastener Code | Select a predefined fastener from the list. Fasteners are defined in Set-Up>Fasteners. Alternatively, a fastener can be defined as an accessory by clicking the [Accessories] button. |
Number of Fasteners per Tile | Defines how many fasteners are required per tile. |
Recommended Batten | Click […] to choose a batten type suitable for this tile. |
Batten Length per Unit Area | Defines batten usage for area-based tile costing. Commonly used for the Area Method. |
Product Code | A unique code for the tile — typically matching the supplier’s code. |
Roof Tile Cost | The cost per tile piece. |
Roof Tile Waste File | Links the tile to a Tile Waste Factors file. See Tile Waste Factors for more info. |
Alternate Category | Assigns the tile to an alternate category for sorting in the Supply & Install summary. |
PDF File | Allows you to attach a PDF document — such as a manufacturer specification sheet — for inclusion in your documentation package. |
🧩 Dialog Actions
Button | Function |
Delete | Removes the currently selected tile definition. |
Add | Adds a new tile definition to the database (must have a unique product code). |
Update | Updates an existing tile record after editing (appears only after selecting Select). |
Select | Opens a list of all tiles in the database for viewing, editing, or deleting. |
Cancel | Closes the dialog without saving changes. |
Accessories | Opens the Define Tile Accessories dialog box. See Tile Accessories for more info. |
[OK] | Commits all changes to the data file — nothing is permanently saved until you click [OK]. |
🔗 Quote Groups and Category Linking
Roof Wizard is evolving toward enhanced job management and accounting system integration.
To support this, materials can now be grouped using Quote Groups.
The Alternate Category field in product dialogs enables you to:
Assign materials to specific Quote Groups,
Split estimates into logical groupings (e.g., Tile Supply, Tile Labour, Accessories), and
Improve report and export organization.
📄 Linking PDFs to Products
Each product (e.g., flashing, metal panel, fastener, or tile) can now include a linked PDF file — typically a specification or data sheet.
This feature enables users to automatically compile complete documentation sets for quotes and reports without manually searching for supporting documents.
When a PDF is linked, it is recorded in a file called:
PDFS.CSV
This file contains:
The Product Code, and
The Filename/Path of the associated PDF.
Example:
TILE123, Bristile-ClassicProfile.pdf
If a Drawing Report of type PDFReport is defined under Drawings, Roof Wizard can automatically compile and print all linked PDFs together — producing a complete document package for your customer.
✅ Summary
By defining tiles in this dialog, you establish the key data relationships that power:
Accurate tile quantity and waste calculations
Consistent labour and costing associations
Integration with Quote Groups and report generation
Linked PDF documentation for customer-ready estimates
🔹 Always ensure Product Codes are unique — they are the foundation for all linked data across Roof Wizard’s estimating and reporting system.