The Difference Between Metal Roofing & Stone-coated Metal Roofing

In this article we’re diving further into DECRA metal roofing to identify the differences between metal roofing and stone-coated metal roofing — which might be more significant than you think. In case you missed it, we recently ran the following series on all of DECRA’s metal roofing products, which is full of details — and pictures — of each type of product … Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 1: DECRA Metal Tile Roofing Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 2: DECRA Metal Shingle Roofing Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 3: DECRA Metal Shake Roofing There was a time when metal roofing was far less popular, due to its industrial appearance and noisiness, but that all changed in the 1950’s when stone-coated metal roofing was introduced to the market by Lou Fisher, who created the first DECRA roofing tiles. THE STONE-COATED DIFFERENCE To begin, we want to make it clear that stone-coated metal roofing delivers all of the same benefits as metal roofing, which include: Amazing durability and longevity that can

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Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 3: DECRA Metal Shake Roofing

In the final installment of our series featuring DECRA metal roofing, we’ll be covering two types of metal shake roofing: DECRA Shake XD, and DECRA Shake. DECRA is America’s #1 metal roofing brand, and it’s a popular metal roofing choice for Madison-area homeowners because of its durability, aesthetic and outstanding warranty. In case you missed the earlier installments of the series, in Part 1 we covered both types of DECRA’s Metal Tile Roofing: Villa Tile and DECRA Tile, and in Part 2 we covered DECRA’s Metal Shingle Roofing product, Shingle XD. As with all of DECRA’s metal roofing products, the DECRA Shake XD and DECRA Shake lines are built to last for decades. What makes these metal roofing shingles so durable is the fact that they’re made of stone-coated steel — which delivers more longevity, strength, and durability than traditional asphalt shingles. An Amazing Warranty DECRA offers the most comprehensive Lifetime Limited Warranty in the industry on each of their metal roofing products — which are resistant to wind, freeze, fire, hail, and earthquakes. With

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Remarkable Roofs that Last a Lifetime, Part 1: DECRA Metal Tile Roofing

If you’re looking for a new roof, and prefer a material that’s going to last longer than an asphalt roof, a metal roof is your best option — especially if it’s made by DECRA. DECRA is the #1 stone-coated steel metal roofing company in America. Their roofing products offer an amazing lifespan of 50+ years, and with five different design types there’s an aesthetic that will be a perfect match for just about any home in the Dane County area. Some of the benefits of DECRA metal roofing include: a long life span, incredible durability, safety against wildfire and lightning strike, energy efficiency, and the fact that their metal roofing is eco-friendly — containing between 25-95% recycled content. A WORD ON DECRA’S LIFETIME WARRANTY With unsurpassed strength, durability, and longevity, only DECRA can offer the most comprehensive Lifetime Limited Warranty in the industry on their metal roofing products. No matter which option you choose, a DECRA metal roof is resistant to wind, hail, fire, freeze, and earthquake — outperforming other roofing materials in every category.

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