Old metal roof in Maryland’s Eastern Shore Old metal roof in Maryland Upon entering St. Michaels in Maryland, along the main road, this long-time resident hired us to refresh his green roof. On this 2010 project we applied the newer … Continue reading
Category Archives: Traditional green tin roofing
Green tin roofs Additive for altering sheen of roof coating Green tints have been a challenge to roof coating manufacturers since the 1990s. Water-based formulas for roof coatings, such as acrylic, require the addition of zinc to retard the growth … Continue reading
Standing seam metal roof near Harrisburg, PA At first glance, this metal roof just south of Harrisburg, PA, appears clean and ready for applying a roof coating. The lack of flaking,and rust might lure some roofers to begin painting without any prepping. Big … Continue reading
This traditional green project prevented leaks, contained rust and added to the attractiveness of the home. When I emailed this Washington DC owner that her restored roof is hidden from view by overgrown tree limbs, she emailed back, “The weeping … Continue reading
Colors for tin roofing This New Jersey home changed from a dark green to a lighter tint called Fernwood. Reasons: less stress on the tin panels, better view of home against the trees plus the upper floor is cooler on … Continue reading
Back side treated with “covehouse” custom acrylic Front side with new Berridge shingles The front tin shingles on this brick home in Herndon, VA, are new from Berridge Mfg; the back tin shingles are the 93-year-old tin shingles primed and coated … Continue reading
After five years, a single coat in the most vulnerable area is badly worn. This 2004 project is the subject of my webpage on tin roof shingles. The article on this page addresses a limited budget approach, asphalt covered shingles … Continue reading
Modern formulas allow for a sheen in the Restoration Green tint Colored metal roofs can come with a sheen….and a caveat. Any shiny finish highlights a metal roof’s imperfections whereas acrylic (with its matted finish) tends to mute irregularities. Some … Continue reading
Green tin roof Owner unhappy at red roof on his property Green tin roof blends inwith property surroundings Owner of this attractive home west of Philadelphia inherited a traditional red color. There were two reasons he was unhappy with the … Continue reading
Tin roof contractor: how to find one “Unfortunately I am out of your service area However, I’m having a hard time finding a contractor in this area that is willing to work on my tin roof. Try these tips: 1. … Continue reading