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Monier Roof Tiles Malaysia: Every Profile, Color & Price Guide (2026)

The complete Monier guide for Malaysian homeowners — all 7 profiles (Elabana, Contour, Nordica, Perspective, Mediterrano, Legacy, Heritage), full color codes with RM pricing, tiles per m² calculator, and full replacement cost by property type.

Monier Elabana is Malaysia's most-installed concrete roof tile · 5 factories nationwide · RM2.50/piece standard colors · MS 797 + CIDB certified

Monier — now part of BMI Group — has been Malaysia's #1 roof tile brand for over 30 years. Walk through any housing estate built from the 1990s onward and the majority of roofs will have Monier Elabana tiles. Malaysian-made at five factories across the country, with the R&D and technical centre based at Bukit Kemuning, Selangor.

This guide covers the complete Monier product range available in Malaysia: all 7 tile profiles, every Elabana color with its code number and current RM price, proprietary technologies (Kilat Tech, H2O Tech, Round Tech, Modern Tech, Mineral), installation cost tables by property type, and where to buy. Whether you're replacing three cracked tiles or specifying a complete roof for a new build, this is the reference guide.

About BMI Monier Malaysia

Monier (now operating as BMI Malaysia) is Malaysia's #1 roof tile manufacturer — part of BMI Group, formed from the merger of Braas Monier and Icopal Siplast, and now Europe's largest roofing manufacturer with 150+ years of combined history.
Malaysia as Asia Pacific hub: BMI's R&D Technical Centre is based at Bukit Kemuning, Selangor — the technology centre that developed Kilat Tech, H2O Tech, Round Tech, Modern Tech, and Mineral Tech proprietary coating and manufacturing technologies.
Certifications: MS ISO9001:2008 · CIDB PPS (Bahan Binaan) · MS 797 (Malaysian Standard for concrete roof tiles)
Five manufacturing plants across Malaysia:
| Factory | Location | Key Products | |---------|----------|--------------| | Bukit Kemuning | Selangor (HQ + R&D) | Elabana, Nordica | | Gambang | Pahang | Elabana, Contour | | Bakar Arang / Sungai Petani | Kedah | Elabana | | Machap | Melaka | Elabana, Nordica | | Bercham | Perak | Nordica, Elabana |
Having factories in Selangor, Pahang, Kedah, Melaka, and Perak means Monier can supply any part of Malaysia without long lead times or import shipping costs — a key advantage over imported clay tiles.

Monier Roof Tile Profiles — Complete Range

1

Elabana Tropical (Most Popular)

Classic wave / S-curve profile — Malaysia's most-installed concrete roof tile with a 30+ year tropical weather track record.

Best for: Any terrace house, semi-D, or bungalow — the safe default when you want the widest color range, easiest future tile matching, and proven performance

Pros

  • Cheapest Monier profile — RM2.50/piece for 10 standard colors
  • 11.5 tiles/m² — predictable, easy quantity calculation
  • Tiles get stronger with age as cement continues to cure over decades
  • Replacement tiles available at every hardware store nationwide
  • MS 797 certified, CIDB certified — accepted by all Malaysian councils
  • Works from 17° pitch (with 100mm headlap) up to steep pitches

Cons

  • Traditional S-curve look may feel dated on ultra-modern architecture
  • Standard colors can fade slightly over 20–30 years on cheaper paint batches
  • Heavier than clay (~4.3 kg/tile) — needs sound roof structure
Popular in Malaysia: Elabana Red, Golden Clay, Russet Brown, Shadow Grey, Mahogany — all RM2.50/pcPrice range: RM2.50/piece (standard) · RM4.00/piece (premium colors) · 11.5 tiles/m²
2

Advanced Contour

Flat, contemporary profile with Monier's proprietary Kilat Tech glossy finish — the modern alternative to the traditional S-curve.

Best for: Modern semi-Ds, bungalows, and contemporary housing developments where a flat, sleek roofline is specified

Pros

  • Kilat Tech glossy finish — shiny surface that reduces moss and algae growth compared to matte concrete
  • Flat profile suits current architectural trends (minimalist, modern design)
  • Available single-sided (non-exposed) and through-coloured (exposed gable edges)
  • Same batten and rafter compatibility as Elabana — easy for roofers to install

Cons

  • Higher price than Elabana — RM3.00–5.00/piece
  • Fewer color options available compared to Elabana's standard range
  • Glossy finish more visible when dirty — needs cleaning more often in dusty areas
Popular in Malaysia: Modern color tones — contact dealer for current swatch cardPrice range: RM3.00–5.00/piece · ~11 tiles/m²
3

Nordica

Rounded wave design with Round Tech anti-fungal technology — inspired by Nordic and Baltic architecture, widely used in Malaysian housing schemes.

Best for: Large-scale housing developments, schools, public buildings, and modern residential estates

Pros

  • Round Tech — precisely rounded nose edge that retards fungus growth at the tile edge
  • Natural cool color palette inspired by Nordic lifestyle
  • Popular with Malaysian developers for large residential schemes — roofers are experienced with it
  • Slightly different visual rhythm to Elabana — distinguishes your development's look

Cons

  • Higher price than Elabana — RM3.00–5.00/piece
  • Fewer individual homeowner color choices compared to Elabana
  • Nordic profile may look incongruous on traditional Malaysian architecture
Popular in Malaysia: Danish Red and cool Nordic tone rangePrice range: RM3.00–5.00/piece · ~11 tiles/m²
4

Perspective Mineral

Ultra-flat, geometric profile with Modern Tech — the only Monier tile that works on 15° pitch roofs, designed for unconventional contemporary architecture.

Best for: Architect-designed homes with low-pitch or flat-ish rooflines where standard tiles would leak at minimum pitch

Pros

  • Works at 15° pitch — lowest pitch of any Monier tile (standard Elabana needs 17°–22°)
  • Mineral technology — natural pigments (sand, clay, limestone) produce stronger tile and more vibrant colors
  • Ultra-clean geometric lines — suits contemporary and minimalist design briefs
  • Modern Tech ensures dimensional consistency for tight, uniform installation

Cons

  • Premium price — RM4.00–6.00/piece
  • Requires proper installation know-how — not all roofers familiar with low-pitch tile systems
  • Fewer colors than standard Elabana range
Popular in Malaysia: Modern vibrant color range (contact authorized dealer for swatch)Price range: RM4.00–6.00/piece · ~11 tiles/m²
5

Mediterrano

Bold rolled profile with H2O Tech water-based coating — Mediterranean-style tile that won the Malaysian Innovation Excellent Award.

Best for: Mediterranean-style villas, resort developments, and premium residential projects that want a statement roof

Pros

  • H2O Tech — eco-friendly water-based coating provides long-lasting color with lower environmental impact
  • Award-winning: Malaysian Innovation Excellent Award recipient
  • Bold, decorative profile — the most visually striking tile in the Monier range
  • Withstands Malaysia's extreme tropical weather reliably

Cons

  • Premium price — RM4.00–6.00/piece
  • Bold profile may be too decorative for understated modern design
  • Slightly lower tiles per m² (~10) means more material cost per square metre
Popular in Malaysia: Mediterranean earth and warm tonesPrice range: RM4.00–6.00/piece · ~10 tiles/m²
6

Legacy Mineral

Minimalist, vibrant Mineral tile with SIRIM CO2 certification — the eco-premium option in the Monier range.

Best for: Eco-conscious homeowners, green building projects (GBI certification), and premium modern developments

Pros

  • SIRIM CO2 Certified — verified carbon footprint, suitable for GBI green building points
  • Mineral composition (natural sand, clay, limestone pigments) — stronger than standard concrete tiles
  • Vibrant, modern color range not available in other Monier profiles
  • Energy-efficient manufacturing process

Cons

  • Premium price — RM4.00–6.00/piece
  • Eco premium may not justify the price difference for cost-focused builds
Popular in Malaysia: Vibrant modern color palette — contact dealer for current optionsPrice range: RM4.00–6.00/piece · ~11 tiles/m²
7

Heritage

Designed specifically for Malaysian heritage and cultural buildings — interlocking profile that suits steeply pitched traditional Malay, colonial, and shophouse roofs.

Best for: Heritage restoration projects, shophouses, traditional Malay architecture, colonial buildings in Penang and Melaka heritage zones

Pros

  • Designed to match historical Malaysian roof proportions and lines
  • Versatile interlocking capability for complex multi-level heritage rooflines
  • Performs well on steeply pitched roofs common in traditional architecture
  • Long lifespan with proper installation — heritage buildings need long-term solutions

Cons

  • Less widely available than Elabana — source from authorized distributors
  • May require specialist roofer experienced in heritage tile installation
Popular in Malaysia: Heritage-matched earth tones — contact Monier authorized dealerPrice range: RM3.50–5.00/piece · coverage varies by profile

Monier Elabana Colors — Full List with Codes and Prices

The color code is stamped on the underside of each Elabana tile. When replacing cracked tiles, check your existing tiles for the code and quote it to your hardware supplier for an exact match.
Standard colors — RM2.50 per piece:
| Color Name | Code | |-----------|------| | Elabana Red | 101 | | Sunkist Orange | 102 | | Golden Clay | 103 | | Russet Brown | 104 | | Russet Gold | 200 | | Shadow Grey | 201 | | Antique Red | 202 | | Mahogany | 205 | | Sandstone Brown | 206 | | Mocha Brown | — | | Ebony | — |
Premium colors — RM4.00 per piece:
| Color Name | Code | |-----------|------| | Avocado Green | 124 | | Atlantic Blue | 125 |
Tip: If your existing tiles are more than 15 years old, the color may have faded. Buy 5–10 extra new tiles and place one in a shaded area (inside the roof space) for several months to weather it slightly before comparing — new tiles are often brighter than weathered ones.

Monier Roof Tile Price List Malaysia — 2026

All prices are per piece. Ridge and hip tiles are separate from main tile counts.

ProductPrice / Piece (RM)Tiles / m²TechnologyNotes
Elabana — standard colorsRM2.5011.5—10 colors incl. Red, Golden Clay, Grey
Elabana — premium colorsRM4.0011.5—Avocado Green, Atlantic Blue only
Advanced ContourRM3.00–5.00~11Kilat TechGlossy flat profile
NordicaRM3.00–5.00~11Round TechRounded wave, anti-fungal nose
Perspective MineralRM4.00–6.00~11Modern Tech + MineralWorks at 15° pitch
MediterranoRM4.00–6.00~10H2O TechAward-winning, bold profile
Legacy MineralRM4.00–6.00~11MineralSIRIM CO2 certified
HeritageRM3.50–5.00varies—Heritage buildings
Round Ridge TileRM15.50——Ridge line finishing
Round Hip Starter TileRM15.50——Hip line starting piece
Toplight (transparent)RM20–30—AcrylicNatural light — all profiles available

Prices sourced from abhardware.com.my, singtexhardware.com, and edaranprestasi.com.my. Prices may vary ±10% by location and supplier.

Full Roof Replacement Cost — Monier Elabana Standard (2026)

Material + labor for complete roof replacement. Based on Monier Elabana standard colors at RM2.50/piece.

Property TypeRoof Area (m²)Tiles NeededMaterial Cost (RM)Installed Total (RM)
Single-storey terrace75–110 m²860–1,265RM2,150–3,160RM5,000–9,000
Double-storey terrace110–165 m²1,265–1,900RM3,160–4,750RM8,000–14,000
Semi-D140–230 m²1,610–2,645RM4,025–6,610RM10,000–19,000
Bungalow230–370+ m²2,645–4,255+RM6,610–10,640+RM16,000–29,000+

Material includes main tiles + ridge and hip accessories. Labor includes removal of old tiles and battens, installation of underlay sarking, new battens, and tile laying. For premium profiles (Contour, Perspective, Mediterrano, Legacy), add 20–60% to material cost.

Elabana Cost Calculator — Typical Terrace House Example

Single-storey terrace house with 100 m² roof area, Monier Elabana standard:
Step 1 — Main tiles: 100 m² × 11.5 tiles/m² = 1,150 tiles × RM2.50 = RM2,875
Step 2 — Ridge tiles (estimate 30 pieces for a typical hip roof): 30 × RM15.50 = RM465
Step 3 — Contingency (5–10% for cutting waste and breakage): RM170
Total material cost: ~RM3,510
Step 4 — Labor, underlay sarking, and battens: RM3,000–6,000
Full installed cost estimate: RM6,500–9,500
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Upgrading to premium Elabana colors (Avocado Green or Atlantic Blue)? Replace RM2.50 with RM4.00 per tile in Step 1: 1,150 × RM4.00 = RM4,600 — adds RM1,725 to material cost versus standard colors.
Upgrading from Elabana to Contour or Nordica (RM3.50 average)? 1,150 × RM3.50 = RM4,025 — adds RM1,150 to material versus standard Elabana.

Monier Elabana vs Competitors

FeatureFeatureMonier ElabanaGCI Clay PantileLama RomanTerreal (imported)
TypeConcreteClayConcreteClay (French)
Price / pieceRM2.50–4.00RM3.00–4.50RM2.00–3.50RM6.00–10.00+
Lifespan50–70 years100+ years50+ years100+ years
Color options12+ (widest range)5–8 earth tones6–108–12
Profile variety7 profiles2 (Pantile, Marseille)1 (Roman)2–3
Tiles / m²11.513.59.7–10.410–12
AvailabilityNationwide — 5 factoriesWidely available (Johor base)Negeri Sembilan baseImported — limited
Thermal performanceGoodExcellent — natural clayGoodExcellent — natural clay
Best forStandard → premium homesHeritage, premium, longevityTight budgetsUltra-premium builds

Monier Proprietary Technologies — What They Mean

Monier's R&D centre at Bukit Kemuning has developed several proprietary technologies applied to specific profiles:
Kilat Tech (Advanced Contour) A glossy, shiny factory coating applied to the tile surface. The gloss finish is less porous than standard matte concrete, which means water runs off faster and moss and algae have fewer micro-surface crevices to anchor to. Useful in Malaysia's humid, tree-shaded environments.
H2O Tech (Mediterrano) A water-based coating applied instead of solvent-based alternatives. Produces vivid, long-lasting color with lower volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions. The Mediterrano tile won the Malaysian Innovation Excellent Award partly because of this eco-friendly coating process.
Round Tech (Nordica) The tile's nose (the exposed lower edge that overlaps the tile below) is precisely rounded rather than flat or angular. The rounded profile creates turbulent water flow at the drip edge, reducing the tendency for water to track back under the tile in driving rain conditions. Also retards fungus growth at the most exposed edge.
Modern Tech (Perspective Mineral) A manufacturing process that produces exceptionally consistent tile dimensions — critical for the ultra-flat Perspective profile, where slight size variations would produce visible gaps or uneven lines at the roofline. Also enables the 15° pitch capability.
Mineral Technology (Perspective Mineral, Legacy Mineral) Tiles produced using a combination of sand, water, clay, and limestone with natural mineral pigments instead of synthetic paint. The result is a stronger tile with colors that are integral to the tile body rather than surface-applied — meaning the color doesn't flake or peel, even if the surface is scratched during installation.

Which Monier Profile Should You Choose?

  • **Replacing tiles on an existing terrace house→Elabana**
Check the color code on the underside of your existing tiles. Buy the same profile and color code. Elabana replacement tiles are available at virtually every hardware store — this is the main practical reason it dominates the market. A discontinued tile color means future repairs require repainting the whole roof to match.
  • **New build, modern design→Contour or Nordica**
Contour (flat, glossy) for ultra-contemporary. Nordica (rounded wave) for modern-but-approachable. Both sit well with current Malaysian housing development aesthetics and are widely specified by architects.
  • **Low-pitch roof (15°–17°)→Perspective Mineral only**
Standard Elabana requires minimum 17° (100mm headlap) or 22° (76mm headlap). Perspective is the only Monier profile rated for 15°. Using the wrong tile on too-low a pitch will leak — always verify your roof pitch before ordering.
  • **Mediterranean or resort-style villa→Mediterrano**
The bold rolled profile + H2O Tech coating was specifically designed for premium tropical residential. The award-winning design is the most distinctive-looking tile in the Monier range.
  • **Heritage restoration→Heritage profile**
Designed to match Malaysian historical and colonial architecture proportions. Suitable for Penang heritage zone compliance and traditional Malay steeply-pitched roofs.
  • **Eco-conscious or GBI green building→Legacy Mineral**
SIRIM CO2 certified with a verified carbon footprint. Mineral composition is inherently stronger and more durable than standard concrete. The vibrant colors available are unique to this profile.
  • **Want natural light in car porch or laundry area→add Toplight tiles**
Toplight transparent tiles are available in every Monier profile (Elabana, Contour, Nordica, Perspective, Legacy). Use for 5–10% of the relevant roof section. Lifespan is shorter — 15–20 years — so budget for replacement during the next roofing maintenance cycle.

Where to Buy Monier Roof Tiles in Malaysia

Online

  • Shopee Malaysia — search "BMI Monier Elabana" for small quantities and toplight tiles
  • Lazada Malaysia — occasional listings for individual tiles and accessories
  • eWarehouse.my (ewarehouse.my) — online ordering with delivery
  • BigGo Malaysia (my.biggo.com) — price comparison across multiple sellers

Physical Stores

  • Edaran Prestasi (edaranprestasi.com.my) — major authorized Monier distributor
  • Yongyang Solaroof (yongyang.com.my) — full Monier range including all profiles
  • Asia Hardware Marketing (abhardware.com.my) — nationwide branches
  • Singtex Hardware, Sg. Buloh, Selangor (singtexhardware.com)
  • Thong Hin Loong Hardware, Batu Caves (thonghinloong.com.my)
  • Buildmate Home Living (buildmatehardware.com.my)
  • Lian Hong Buildmart, Skudai, Johor — +6018-356 4609
  • BMI Monier official: bmigroup.com/my

For full roof replacement quantities, buy from an authorized distributor (Edaran Prestasi or Yongyang) rather than retail hardware — you'll get batch-consistent tiles, better pricing on volume, and technical support for profile selection. Retail stores are best for small repair quantities (10–50 tiles).

Ringkasan Bahasa Melayu (BM Summary)

Monier (BMI) adalah jenama genting bumbung No. 1 di Malaysia dengan rekod prestasi lebih 30 tahun dan 5 kilang di seluruh Malaysia (Bukit Kemuning, Gambang, Sungai Petani, Machap, Bercham).
Profil utama dan harga:
  • Elabana Tropical — RM2.50/keping (standard), RM4.00 (premium). Paling popular.
  • Advanced Contour — RM3.00–5.00/keping. Profil rata, kemasan Kilat Tech berkilat.
  • Nordica — RM3.00–5.00/keping. Rekabentuk gelombang bulat, teknologi Round Tech anti-kulat.
  • Perspective Mineral — RM4.00–6.00/keping. Sesuai untuk bumbung pitch 15°.
  • Mediterrano — RM4.00–6.00/keping. Gaya Mediterranean, pemenang Anugerah Inovasi Malaysia.
  • Legacy Mineral — RM4.00–6.00/keping. Bersijil SIRIM CO2 — pilihan mesra alam.
Kos penggantian penuh (Elabana standard, rumah teres satu tingkat): RM5,000–9,000 termasuk buruh.
Ridge tile: RM15.50/keping · Toplight (telus): RM20–30/keping

Frequently Asked Questions

Standard colors (Elabana Red, Golden Clay, Russet Brown, Shadow Grey, and 7 others): RM2.50/piece. Premium colors (Avocado Green, Atlantic Blue): RM4.00/piece. Round Ridge and Hip Starter tiles: RM15.50/piece. Transparent Toplight tiles: RM20–30/piece.

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Last updated: January 2026 | Malaysia Roof Repair

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