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Metal Roofing Q&A

renewed popularity of metal roofing taps a desire for more muted. The new metal roofing differs from Grandma years or more, and copper roofing can last up to 100 A bay window with copper roofing can bring the sound

How to Build an Outdoor Room

How to Build an Outdoor Room

screws 10 sheets corrugated galvanized steel roof panels, 25X72 inches One galvanized One package washer-head screws (for metal roof panels) One package No. 6X1 5/8 Starting at one end, place a corrugated metal roofing panel along the rafter edge, with a

Roofing Materials

long—about 40-50 years. Metal roofing is ideal for both pitched and shakes, tiles, and shingles. Metal roofing usually requires little maintenance percent recyclable material. A metal roof can be installed over existing

Green Building: Remodeling Ideas

board; energy-saving triple-glazed wood and aluminum-clad wood windows; heat-reflective, long-life, recyclable metal roofing ; energy-saving compact florescent lighting; dual-flush low-flow toilets; programmable thermostats; and low- or

Mosaic Birdhouses

Mosaic Birdhouses

complex or fussy will be awkward to do on a cramped surface. Consider different materials for different surfaces. Try a metal roof over your mosaic handiwork or a painted design on the front of a birdhouse that has a mosaic roof and sides. Make your decisions

Folk-Art Birdhouses

Folk-Art Birdhouses

twigs. These whimsical bird abodes are designed for wrens. Make one. The wrens will come. Note: If you decide to use a metal roof , be sure to hang the house in a shady area so the interior does not overheat in the summer sun. 3-1/2-inch-wide

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Wood Siding: A Visual Guide to Siding Options

Wood Siding: A Visual Guide to Siding Options

home. The yellow bevel siding against the white trim and metal roof helps this beach house fit perfectly with its natural surroundings siding here has been accented with shutters and sections of metal roofing material to add dimension and texture to an otherwise monotone

Dormer Window Styles

Dormer Window Styles

material. This arched shed dormer window is dressed up with copper roofing material to tie in with hardware found elsewhere on the window tops. Look carefully and you'll see a strip of copper roofing stretch across the portico, below the louver vent. It

Roofing Material Guide

Roofing Material Guide

uninstalled. Material Type: Metal What You Need to Know: Metal roofing includes pieces or panels of steel, aluminum, or copper Considerations: Weights range from 45 to 200 pounds per square. Metal roofing can be installed on almost-flat roofs and over composition

Add Delightful Details Around Your Home

Add Delightful Details Around Your Home

lighter, more durable, and more sustainable (they're recyclable) than any other type of roofing. Consider, too, cool metal roofing , which is covered with special pigments and high-tech coatings that reflect the sun's rays and can cut the average air

Gazebo Design Ideas: Attached Gazebos

Gazebo Design Ideas: Attached Gazebos

flowering landscaping. Give your gazebo some Asian flair by using the outdoor space as a tearoom or meditation area. Metal roofing and cedar lumber come together to embrace the homeowner's preference of minimalist design, and koi ponds bring a water

Why It Pays to Go Green

Why It Pays to Go Green

is inexpensive and plentiful in Austin. It requires less energy to produce than a material such as brick. The Galvalume metal roof is made from post-industrial recycled steel. It resists cracking and corrosion, and its light color deflects heat. The

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