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Go Against the Grain! Choose Metal Paneling that Mimics Wood
By Cass Jacoby. Vicwest is crafting siding from steel that is designed to emulate natural wood without the guilt. It’s a classic conundrum: you want the look of wood paneling without the upkeep or hassle of actual wood. So how do you have your cake and eat it too? ...
Get the Performance of Metal and the Aesthetics of Natural Materials With this Roofing Shingle
By Cass Jacoby. Don’t sacrifice performance and protection for curb appeal, use this product that lets you have your cake and eat it too! Making a decision on your roof that accounts for curb appeal as well as performance can feel impossible. Maybe it’s because you love cedar shakes ...
IKO Introduces Summit Grey — a New Color in its Line of Performance Shingles
The color is inspired by the look of North American mountains and received a positive response when it was introduced in 2022. IKO Industries, a leading global manufacturer of roofing products, has announced the addition of Summit Grey to its Dynasty® and Nordic™ Performance-class shingle lines. Inspired by the natural beauty ...
How to Convince Your HOA to Allow Metal Tiles
By VicWest. Metal roofing is a material worth fighting for. Here is how to address the concerns of your HOA when it comes to metal roofing. Metal roofing has been a highly durable and environmentally responsible roofing option for decades, yet some Homeowners Associations (HOAs) and their Covenants, Conditions ...
10 Fun Facts About Metal Roofs
By DECRA. Learn why metal roofing is such a favorite among homeowners and contractors alike! Metal roofing is on the rise! After more than a century of dominating the industrial sector and benefiting barns, factories and warehouses, the material finally has the style, beauty and design versatility to shine ...
This Black Metal Barndo is a Triple Threat
By Evelyn Witterholt. With a beautiful exterior made of metal, glass and wood, it’s easy to see why this Oklahoma barndo stands out from the rest! Barndominiums, a.k.a. ‘barndos’, have been on the rise across the southern U.S. for quite some time now, and it’s no wonder why. Homeowners who love ...
Hardware Store’s Roof Still Looks New Ten Years Later
By Quarrix. This charming hardware store’s red roof has withstood the test of time thanks to its composite roofing tiles. Since 1986, Nicollet Hardware has been a mainstay in the Kingfield neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota. Owner Julene Lind purchased the 4,000 square foot location, and a few years later she ...
Finding the Right Tile for Revamping Your Roof
By Evelyn Witterholt. If you can’t decide between warm terracotta, modern slate and everything else in between, this homeowner’s guide will help! Choosing the right material for your roof is no easy task. Even if you’ve narrowed it down to the material you desire, there’s still so much variety to ...
These Roofs are Cool in a Number of Ways
By DrexelMetals. There are more than a few ways to be cool, but when it comes to greener and energy efficient roofing, these roofs are literally cool. Sustainable building innovations have grown throughout the past decade. With designers and building owners looking to reduce their environmental impact, the demand for ...
An Essential Metal Roofing Guide That Answers All Homeowners’ Questions
By Evelyn Witterholt. The MRA’s Residential Metal Roofing Buyer's Guide is perfect for answering all metal roof questions a homeowner might have. Are you curious about getting a new roof for your home, but don’t know where to begin? Maybe you know you want a metal roof but are struggling ...
