Standing Seam Metal Roof Layers

A 24 and 22 gauge steel can also be used.

Standing seam metal roof layers.

Colonial seam continuous standing seam metal roof panel with an integral seam. Properly installed standing seam metal roofs will last 2 3 times longer than lighter gauge screw down metal roofing. Not only is the metal itself thicker 24 gauge compared to lighter grade metals 29 gauge the paint is also much better. Our standing seam is also available in tapered and curved designs.

In contrast steel shingles are small panels installed in horizontal rows much like other shingles. Selecting the right underlayments for a lifetime metal roof should be a primary concern for anyone thinking about specifying or choosing to install a metal roof on their home. Standing seam roofing is available in either acrylic coated or galvalume or several different colors low gloss paint systems on the finish side with primer and washcoat on the reverse side. Sheffield metals is a leader in the distribution of coated and bare metal products as well as engineered standing seam metal roof ssmr wall systems.

The detailing and attachment methods described within this manual best reflect steep. Better steel shingle systems like the one shown install over a framework of 2x2s. Clipless one piece positive locking standing seam panel that provides a timeless roof appearance. Most standing seam metal roofing is given color with kynar paint that last 35 years.

We carry both stock and custom trims and flashings and provide screws and other accessories specific to standing seam installation. While many corrugated steel roofs are made using the thinner 29 gauge steel a minimum of 26 gauge g 90 galvanized steel or more commonly galvalume steel better is used for manufacturing of standing seam metal panels. Sheffield metals has the ability to meet a wide array of needs with more than. Panels are mechanically attached with hidden fasteners to a continuous solid substrate with an underlayment.

In a standing seam roof long single panels run vertically all the way from the eave to the ridge. Standing seam roofs are generally made from thicker grades of steel than corrugated steel roofs. In the purest form they are panels with male and female legs that are engaged and installed with clips to the roofing substructure. Standing seam panels are a product family of metal roofing.

The metal roof system as described within this manual is classified as a standing seam metal roof panel. The quality and type of underlayments used on the project in the long term will affect the overall performance of the roof. We specialize in providing painted galvalume and aluminum for the architecturally driven metal panel industry.