The 11 Types of Metals Used in Metal Roofing Explained

Published: December 11, 2024Last Updated: January 20, 2025 by Jack Gray

Introduction Metal roofing is a very large category. There are more metal roofing products available than there are for any other type of roofing material. Metal roof panels are made in many different sizes, from many different metals, with many different panel profiles, with many different coatings, for use in many different situations. In this …

Oil Canning in Metal Roof Panels • What You Should Know

Published: November 28, 2024Last Updated: January 20, 2025 by Jack Gray

Introduction Metal roofing is an attractive roofing option. It looks great. It can be recycled. It’s lightweight. Metal panels can each provide the same coverage as dozens of shingles and they can weigh as little as 70 pounds per square (100 square feet). Compare this to a clay tile roof that can weigh more than 1,000 …