![]() From smooth and seamed to deeply embossed, and in a range of colors, there’s a metal-roofing profile to suit virtually every architectural style. Though expensive, a metal roof will last half a century or more. Considering investing in a metal roof but don’t know where to begin? Read this guide to learn more about the styles and finishes to choose from. Metal Roof StylesStanding Seam![]() Its crisp lines, formed where panel edges interlock, complement a wide variety of houses, from traditional to modern. Hidden clips hold panels in place and let the metal move. Similar to shown: Universal Standing Seam in Silverstone, from $2.75 per square foot; Green American Home Slate![]() With subtle color variations and “split” edges, these painted steel panels offer the look of slate without the weight. Each 50-by-12-inch panel, embossed to suggest six separate slates, installs much faster than the real stuff. Shown: Arrowline Enhanced Slate in Stone Blend, from $3 per square foot; Edco Products Shake![]() These painted aluminum panels offer a realistic representation of hand-split wood without the high installation costs and upkeep that a real wood roof demands. Shown: Country Manor Shake in Mustang Brown, from $2.75 per square foot; Classic Metal Roofing Systems Victorian Shingle![]() These clear-coated, Galvalume-steel panels replicate the elaborate scalloped roofing of the Victorian era. Each 9-by-12-inch panel is embossed with the profile of five shingles; concealed clips secure them to the roof sheathing. Shown: Victorian Shingles in Zinc Gray, $4 per square foot; Berridge Diamond Shingle![]() The appealing pattern of these individual 16-by-16-inch, painted steel shingles will dress up any roof. They come in six colors, so a contrasting band, as seen here, is an easy upgrade. Shown: Diamond Steel Shingle in Graphite Grey and Stone, from $2.60 per square foot; Diamond Steel Roofing Tile![]() These 38-inch-long panels have the thick profile of six clay tiles, but not the weight, fragility, or fussy installation of fired clay. A low-gloss PVDF finish and a special embossing technique help approximate the real thing. Shown: Met-Tile Metal in Bravo Red, from $3 per square foot; McElroy Metal What is Stone-Coated Roofing?![]() Like other steel roofing, these Galvalume panels are pressed into shapes resembling shakes, tiles, or shingles. Then they’re covered with fade-resistant ceramic granules that give this roofing its variegated color and distinctive lack of sheen. It also has a Class A fire rating, a 50-year warranty, and can withstand 120 mph winds. Shown: Boral Steel Pine-Crest Shake in Charcoal, from $3.50 per square foot; Boral Paint Finishes for Metal RoofingThese factory-applied coatings enhance the appearance and longevity of steel and aluminum roofing: Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF): Specialty metal paints such as Kynar 500 or Hylar 5000 are widely recognized as being the most durable and UV resistant out there. You’ll find them on premium roofing products with 30-year warranties against fading and chalking, a powdery residue on the paint surface. Silicone-modified polyester (SMP): These paints are applied to less expensive metal roofing with warranties that cover color defects for about 25 years. Expect noticeable fading in about 10 years. Understand the Finish WarrantyA coating with a 45-year warranty sounds great, but usually covers only the integrity of the paint film: cracks, chips, or peeling. Guarantees against chalking and fading are usually 5 to 10 years shorter than film-integrity warranties. When Gauge MattersMetal roofing’s thickness ranges from 22 to 29 gauge; the lower the number, the beefier it is (16- and 20-ounce copper are equivalent to 24 and 22 gauge, respectively). Thinner metal can still meet UL hail- and fire-resistance standards, but thicker material won’t dent or buckle as easily, and should perform better in high winds or under heavy snow. Use Metal Roofing as an AccentNo budget—or need—for a whole new roof? Enhance small-scale areas with distinctive metal detail ![]()
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Metal Roofing ColorsChoosing a new roof is a big decision, and choosing a metal roof involves a tricky one: Which color? But don’t sweat it. Portland, Oregon-based architect Karina Adams offers some guidance on how various colored roofs can enhance your home’s existing siding and pump up its curb appeal. ![]()
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Snow Guards for Metal Roofs![]() When a thick coating of snow starts sliding down a metal roof, the entire mass is likely to slide off the eaves and flatten whatever shrubbery, people, or pets happen to be in its path. The way to prevent this is to hold the white stuff in place with snow guards or snow rails, until it slowly melts away. ![]() Snow guards are burly little plates that stick up a few inches above the roofing, and are arranged in a staggered pattern several feet up from the eaves. Snow rails, which run parallel to the eaves, effectively hold back the thick packs that accummulate after heavy snowfalls. (Some rails have baffles to stop the snow from sneaking undeneath.) Both of these elements can be fastened to the roof deck or glued directly to the roofing with high-tech adhesives.
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