Brava Spanish Barrel Tile Roofing in Lafayette, IN
Get the warm, rolling terracotta look of a Spanish barrel-tile roof, on a roof actually built for Indiana winters. Wabash Valley Exteriors installs Brava Spanish Barrel across Tippecanoe County, lightweight and backed by a 50-year warranty.
- Certified Brava installer
- Handles freeze-thaw
- Lightweight vs. clay
- 50-year limited warranty
What it is
The clay barrel look, made for the Midwest
Brava Spanish Barrel is a composite tile molded from real clay barrel tile, so it carries the authentic S-curve profile, depth, and blended terracotta color that define the Spanish and Mediterranean look. From the street, it reads as genuine clay. But it sheds what makes real clay hard to live with in Indiana: the weight, the cost, and the cracking that freeze-thaw winters cause.
It is a sustainable choice too, made from recycled material and recyclable again at the end of its long life.
Why homeowners choose it
The Mediterranean look, built to last here
Brava won't absorb water, so the freeze-and-crack cycle that punishes real clay tile in Indiana winters isn't a factor.
Clay and concrete barrel tile is very heavy. Brava is light enough that most homes need no added structural support.
It resists impact and won't crack underfoot the way clay tile does, so maintenance is far less nerve-wracking.
A roof engineered to last for decades, in fire-rated assemblies, backed in writing.
Rich, blended tones cast through the full tile, so the color never fades off or shows the chalky bloom aging clay can.
No heavy structural work and no specialty crews means the Spanish look for far less than natural clay tile.
At a glance
Brava Spanish Barrel specifications
Ideal for these homes
Barrel tile and Mediterranean style
The rolling terracotta roof is the signature of Spanish and Mediterranean architecture. Brava Spanish Barrel delivers that look on a roof built for the Midwest:
Spanish & Mediterranean
Spanish Colonial Revival, Mission, and Mediterranean homes, with the authentic barrel look.
Read the guide →New Mediterranean builds
Building new? Barrel tile without the heavy framing a clay roof would demand.
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Stucco homes and Mediterranean-influenced designs that call for a tile roof.
See all Brava roofing →How it compares
Brava Spanish Barrel vs. clay tile
| Feature | Brava Spanish Barrel | Natural clay barrel tile |
|---|---|---|
| Freeze-thaw | Doesn't absorb water; unaffected | Can crack and spall in cold climates |
| Weight | Lightweight; usually no reinforcement | Very heavy; often needs structural work |
| Durability | Impact-rated; won't shatter | Brittle; cracks and breaks easily |
| Warranty | 50-year limited | Varies; vulnerable in freeze-thaw |
| Color | Blended, cast through the tile | Can fade or show lime bloom |
| Cost | Premium, but well below clay tile | High material, labor, and framing cost |
What to expect
How your barrel tile installation works
Free inspection
We assess your roof or plans, your structure, and any storm damage, and confirm Spanish Barrel is the right fit.
Detailed estimate
A clear written quote, usually by the next business day, with insurance help if a claim is involved.
Professional install
Our certified crews install your Brava roof to manufacturer spec, on schedule, with a clean job site.
Warranty & follow-up
You're covered by Brava's 50-year limited material warranty plus our workmanship warranty.
Common questions
Spanish Barrel, answered
Can a barrel-tile roof really survive Indiana winters?
Will my home need structural reinforcement?
Does it look like real clay tile?
How does the cost compare to clay tile?
Are you certified to install it?
Get your free Spanish Barrel estimate
A free, no-obligation inspection and written quote from a certified local installer serving Lafayette since 2017.