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Traditional shingle tile

Santa Ana Essex

Aged Beauty, Modern Craftsmanship.

The Santa Ana Essex Tile is a large-format shingle-style clay tile, ideal for projects seeking a refined, traditional look with modern performance. Available in a range of finishes—including smooth, weathered, and wire-scored—the Essex tile offers a subtle aged appearance that adds depth and character to any roof. 

Color options like Red, Limestone, Maduro, Pewter, Red Flash, and Tobacco allow for both bold and understated palettes, while the tile’s clean lines and generous size create a timeless silhouette with fewer pieces per square. Whether you’re designing a custom home or restoring a heritage property, the Santa Ana Essex brings warmth, texture, and enduring style.

Key Features

  • Size: 15" x 7"
  • Exposure: 6 1/2" x 7"
  • Pieces Per Square: 317
  • Weight Per Piece: 4.4 lbs
  • Weight Per Square: 1395lbs
  • Testing: ASTM Grade 1
  • Made In Colombia
  • Santa Ana Clay Tiles
The handmade surface weathered texture of Essex tiles bring depth and authenticity to this sloped roofline. Color is Limestone

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Antico Red

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Red Flash

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Limestone

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Limestone

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Maduro

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Maduro

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Pewter

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Pewter

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Red Flash

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Red Flash

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Red

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Red

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Tobacco

Santa Ana Essex Clay Roof Tile in Tobacco

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Weathered Charm: Santa Ana Essex Roofs

This striking custom home features a dark Santa Ana Essex large-format shingle tile roof, lending a rich, refined look that enhances its architectural presence. The roof’s smooth, slate-like texture contrasts beautifully with the stone façade and sharp gable lines, while two rounded turrets anchor the design with Old World elegance. The turrets, roofed seamlessly in the same dark Essex tile, create a sense of grandeur and continuity. The overall effect is timeless and stately—blending classic European influence with modern craftsmanship. Color is Dark Maduro Rich and moody, this roof features Essex tiles in Maduro—deep brown with warm undertones that lend the home a grounded, weathered elegance. With its subtle mix of dark amber and ash tones, the Tobacco Essex roof looks beautifully aged from day one, perfect for this traditional-style home. This home uses Maduro Essex tiles to create a rich, textured roofline that feels both substantial and timeless. A custom blend of Red Flash tiles gives this villa-inspired home a vibrant, sun-baked look while maintaining the aged feel Essex is known for. Santa Ana Essex wire-scored tiles give this classic brick home a warm, weathered look. The subtle texture and color variation add timeless character to the roofline. Maduro tiles create a strong visual anchor for this modern home. The deep, aged tones pair beautifully with natural wood and metal accents. Subtle kiln flashing across the Red Flash tiles gives this roof a weathered texture Red Flash tiles, with their mix of warm red and soft charcoal flashes, bring life and texture to this large roof without overpowering the home’s façade. Weathered right from the start, this Tobacco-colored roof feels original to the home, blending perfectly with its warm stonewalls. Stone manor house with Essex Sunset Blend tiles—warm, weathered tones complement the natural stone façade beautifully. This home’s steep roofline showcases the varied tones of the Tobacco blend, which mimics the look of reclaimed European shingle tiles. With its subtle mix of dark amber and ash tones, the Tobacco Essex roof looks beautifully aged from day one, perfect for this traditional-style home. The handmade surface weathered texture of Essex tiles bring depth and authenticity to this sloped roofline. Color is Limestone

Santa Ana Essex Large Shingle Tile FAQ

What are Santa Ana Essex tiles?

Santa Ana Essex is a shingle-style clay roof tile with hand-scored faces and crisp edges. Each tile is crafted to evoke the charm of weathered, handmade roofing while offering the consistency of a modern product.

Where are Essex tiles manufactured?

Essex tiles are made in the U.S., inspired by traditional English shingle tiles. They combine authentic styling with reliable North American production and availability.

What makes Santa Ana Essex tiles stand out?

The subtle wire-scored finish gives each tile a handcrafted look, while the color range — including Maduro, Red Flash, Tobacco, Limestone, Pewter, and Sunset Blend — adds depth and warmth to the roof from day one.

Are Essex tiles suitable for both sloped roofs and walls?

Yes — they’re ideal for pitched roofs and can also be installed vertically on gables, dormers, and facade cladding. Their uniform shape and aged finish create a timeless look in any application.

Do Santa Ana Essex tiles work for both historic and modern homes?

Definitely. Their historic styling is perfect for heritage-inspired builds, while their clean form and muted colors also suit modern farmhouse or transitional designs.

How durable are Essex tiles in varying climates?

Santa Ana Essex tiles are frost-resistant and made to meet North American climate demands, performing well in both hot and cold conditions.

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