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Making a house a home throughout all seasons of life
By Emma Peterson. Learn about how metal performs in different environmental conditions. Editor’s note: Share this with clients unsure if a metal roof is right for their home. A roof is the main line of defense between a home and the natural environment around it. The roof protects the occupants ...
Deciding between felt and synthetic roof underlayment
By Jesse Sanchez. Choosing the right underlayment is a pivotal step in ensuring your roof stands strong against the elements while maximizing efficiency and durability. When it comes to building or replacing a roof, homeowners often focus on visible elements like shingles or tiles. However, a critical component lies beneath ...
Smooth installations and superior protection: COASTALUME™ sets a new standard
By DuPont™ Tedlar®. Learn how COASTALUME™ is transforming coastal roofing projects. COASTALUME™ from DuPont™ Tedlar® is North America’s first GALVALUME® solution that is engineered and designed for coastal environment specifically. From a wind rating of up to 140 mph and durability that can stand up to ocean storms and moisture, ...
Capa base versus acabado galvanizado
Por Jessica Bravo. Tres puntos clave del video “Acabados” de A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply. A.C.T. Metal Deck Supply, el mayor distribuidor de decks metálicos en el país, ofrece una serie de videos informativos diseñados para ayudar a los profesionales del sector a comprender mejor sus productos. Uno de los videos ...
Owens Corning Roofing unveils Lead Management powered by Toolsey®
New platform helps enhance efficiency and expedite lead responses. In an effort to help strengthen contractors’ businesses, members of the Owens Corning Roofing Contractor Network (OCCN) can now tap into Lead Management powered by Toolsey® via the OCConnect™ Resource Center. This new tool aggregates sales leads from various sources into a ...
The evolution of fluid-applied roofing systems
By Jesse Sanchez. Why liquid-applied membranes are revolutionizing roofing in today’s environment. The conversation around liquid-applied roofing systems is changing as their role in restoration and sustainability gains prominence. In this CoatingsTalk, hosted by Karen Edwards, Greg Hlavaty and Hal Leland from Western Colloid explore the nuances of fluid-applied systems, ...
The case for seamless gutters
By New Tech Machinery. When it comes to choosing gutters for your next project, seamless gutters offer far superior results compared to prefabricated solutions. While the convenience of purchasing prefabricated, mass-produced gutters from the hardware store might be tempting, there are many downsides and risks. Sectional gutters are ...
Snap lock versus mechanical seam
By Rick Zand, New Tech Machinery. Understand the differences between standing seam metal roof profiles. In the metal roofing world, standing seam is a popular option due to its durability, weather resistance and clean aesthetics. Identifiable by the interlocking panels that run vertically from a roof’s edge to eaves, ...
Crazy roof details that waste time and money
Sometimes simple makes more sense for everyone. Anyone who has spent any time on commercial roofs has surely seen some crazy details. All too often, not only do these unique details not perform as intended, leaving the assembly prone to leaks and damage, but they also cost significantly more to create ...
Primer coat versus galvanized finish
By Jessica Bravo. Three takeaways from A.C.T Metal Deck Supply’s “Finishes” video. A.C.T Metal Deck Supply, the largest distributor of metal deck in the country, offers a series of informative videos designed to help professionals in the industry better understand their products. One video in the series, titled “Finishes,” ...
