Tin roof paint over stone home
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Vintage standing seam roof preserved - before and after
The first step for painting metal roofs is cleaning the surface so that the
materials adhere well. As shown in the three photos below, the roof is cleaned
with clorox and water. Loose paint is scraped away. The tin roof rust is
now exposed and prepped for priming. The standing seam panels are ready
for application of coating materials.
Painting a tin roof
Primer, usually grey, is applied to the roof. This primer, Polaprime 21, is
manufactured by Andek Corp. The first coat of the bronze tinted acrylic is "cut"
into the standing seams to insure a complete coverage. With the hard part of the
project completed, the crew proceed to apply two coats of the bronze-tinted
elastomeric. Note that the horizontal seams across the panel face are quite
visible. These horizontal seams are absent from new metal roofing installations.
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What is the "roof paint"
The roof paint is actually an acrylic that is formulated to move with the
metal panels' expansion whenever the outside temperature changes. As a result,
roofing acrylic does not flak like paint. Outside paint, such as used on siding,
is too brittle and thin, meaning the paint flakes within a few years.
If you are shopping for an acrylic to apply by yourself, check the product
information carefully. The word "acrylic" has a broad meaning and only certain
formulations of acrylic work on a metal roof.
The acrylics shown on the roofs in this website come from two sources:
Preservation Products manufactures a fine line of acrylics called acrymax
and can be found on numerous historical sites.
Andek Corporation is well known for its acrylics and other metal roof
coatings used in the restoration field. Both companies have distributors or will
ship to an address specified.
If you pass your cursor over the top photo, you should be able to uncover a
picture of the appearance of this country manor before the roofing work was
performed. The owners had worked hard to improve the attractiveness and
livability of their home. They wanted to keep the original roof, but the old
reddish tint detracted from the home's imposing image. They knew exactly the
color they wanted--bronze. With their large property to frame their home, the
restored tin roof, in bronze, only adds character to their residence.
Are you looking for a tin roof contractor?
If you are seeking an experienced company to offer an estimate to
preserve your existing roof, one of us would be delighted to visit your
residence, discuss the alternatives available and, if requested, submit a quote
for restoring your tin roofs.
For a contractor in tin roof painting, click here here for a map of our
geographical work area.
Beyond information about our contracting services, this site is designed for
individuals interested in tin roofs--photos, technical tidbits and history.
These web pages are prepared by the same contractor that specializes in the
restoration of these tin roofs. She enjoys dabbling in website
construction, therefore photos and articles are simply presented.
All pictures are from Roof Menders projects, the same contractor. If
you have questions, just call 610-941-1051 for a chat.
610-941-1051
Roof Menders, Inc
316 West 6th Ave.
Conshohocken, PA 19428
(In PA, R.Menders Inc
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