What is Standing Seam?

Standing seam is a metal roofing system which get its name from the way its build. They are seamless metal panels that a run form the top to the edge of the roof with a standard width of panels varies from 14” to 22”. There tow main two main types of the standing seam metal panels used on the market - Snap Lock Standing Seam and the Classic Standing Seam. That can be made from galvanized steel, cooper or aluminum.

Benefits of Standing Seam

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  First and one of the most important benefit of the standing seam roof is a modern look with raised metal seams and clean line.

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  Second, when in comes to standing seam roofing one of the main factors that stands out the most is sustainability. The metal panels are made out of 22, 24 and 26 gauge metal. The most popular standing seam roofs are made from galvanized steel. Coated galvanized steel has 5 layers of coat which protects metal form weather factors which increases longevity of the metal roof. On top of it standing seam metal system doesn’t have any exposed fasteners. All fasteners are hidden. That design illuminates’ holes in the roof made in the steel which decrease the chance water getting into the house. As a result, standing seam metal roof can handle up 150 km/h of high winds.

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  Third, during summer period the coating on the metal roof reflects almost 70% of UV light. As a result, it decreases heart absorption of the roof system. Also, with improved ridge ventilation system, the inside attic temperature becomes almost similar to the outside temperature during hot sunny days. With coated metal and improved ridge ventilation system the attic space of the house become less heated. Similar to a classic metal roofs standing seam roof delivers outstanding thermal performance and decrease the cost of air-conditioning.

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As standing seam metal roofing is becoming more popular not many people are aware of its recyclability. Standard seam metal roofing is a truly green building material, as it uses a low amount of resources during the manufacturing process and is almost 100% recyclable. With proper maintenance metal roof easily lasts 50 and up years.

T-CON provide a variety of different colour and styles that can totally change the appeal of your house.

• White Ral 9010
• Black Ral 9005
• Blue Grey Ral 7016
• Graphite Grey Ral 7024
• Chocolate Brown Ral 8017
• Mocha Brown Ral 8019
• Red Ral 3009
• Pine Green Ral 6028