Why Textured Paint is changing the Metal Roofing Industry
Textured paint or Crinkle paint as it is sometimes called, is making a real impact on the metal roofing industry. There are several reasons for this and we want to outline a few of them for you. Textured painted metal will not replace the smooth coated products that have been used for years, however is is a very good option to look at, and in many ways it is a better option.
What is Textured Painted metal?
Textured painted metal was actually discovered by accident in a lab several years ago. The lab technician added a special catalyst to the standard paint formula and discovered that as the paint dried, the additional catalyst caused the paint surface to texture / wrinkle. This technique was refined and tested in order to achieve the highest quality and performance.
What are the improvements of Textured Paint?
• Less Glare, The textured paint really minimizes the glare that a metal roof can inherently have. This lends to a overall better appearance.
• Better scratch resistance, Because the surface of the metal textured, it will resist small scuffs and scratches.
• Better traction, If you have ever needed to walk on a metal roof, you are aware that depending on the conditions, it can be difficult to maintain traction. The textured surface greatly improves that traction. This is a benefit for both the installers and the homeowners.
• Hides under decking imperfections, Because of the reduced glare of the textured metal, any substrate imperfections will be less noticeable.
More Information
Textured Painted metal is a really good option for someone that wants the long life of a metal roof, but wants something that has a lower gloss.
You can contact us if you are interested in more information, or would like to see a cost comparison for the textured paint in any of the 28 gauge profiles or one of the many 26 Ga standing seam profiles. Our office number is 330-674-7051 we look forward to hearing from you.
The information provided is for reference only and may change without notice
When I discussed with the homeowner (who prefers not to be named ) about why she chose to replace her roof with the 26ga Low Gloss Standing Seam. She informed me that she recently purchased the home, and knew at that point that there were several leaks. Although the leaks made the project urgent, there were several reasons that led her to the decision to not install asphalt shingles.
