METAL ROOFING
Why is a Classic Metal Roof the most environmentally friendly roof you can buy?
Just take a look at these environmental benefits:
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Made from quality, up to 99% recycled aluminum, the majority of which is post-consumer.
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Minimal carbon footprint, unlike traditional shingles
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Special Kynar 500® and Hylar 5000® PVDF resin-based finishes reflect radiant heat
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Cuts energy costs by up to 20%
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Reduces attic temperatures by up to 34%
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Integral “dead” airspace blocks heat transfer by conduction
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The lower cooling load can extend air conditioner life
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Integrates with most photovoltaic solar collection systems
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The low weight allows installation over most existing roofs
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Eliminates the need for landfill disposal of old roofing
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Low weight minimizes transportation cost
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Long-life sustainability
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Aluminum products can be repainted but will likely never need to be replaced
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Low weight roofing can extend a building’s life
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100% recyclable if it is ever replaced
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Very low “Embodied Energy”
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Virtually zero out-gassing
