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Residential Steel Roofing Systems More than just a roof over your head Your home is more than just a roof over your head. It s the birthplace of many fond memories, a haven of peace and soothing familiarity, and a reflection of your true self. Something so important in your life deserves the best protection,and such protection begins with the roof over your head! If you re contemplating re-roofing, renovating or building new, then steel is the durable choice. Home building, renovation and repairs can be daunting undertakings. But when looking for roofing materials, remember that a properly installed steel roof requires little maintenance and will last significantly longer than, for example, asphalt shingles. Plus, the environmental benefits are obvious: steel is 100% recyclable, meaning nothing ends up in a landfill. A steel roof can also help save energy by keeping your home or cottage cooler in the summer and warmer in the winter.
Vicwest Home & Cottage Steel Roofing: Curb appeal starts at the top! Vicwest offers a choice among 12 of the most popular steel and stone coated steel roofing profiles in a broad spectrum of traditional and designer colors to help you complete your design vision. All of our steel roofing systems feature coordinating trims, fasteners, closures, caulking and flashings everything you and your contractor need for a proper installation without all the guesswork! FAQ: Why steel roofing? Life Expectancy: Steel roofs last longer than non-metallic roofs, with a lifespan of up to 50 years or even more! Fire and Weather Resistant: Because steel is a non-combustible material, it cannot catch on fire. Steel roofing holds up better than any other roofing material under conditions of heavy rain, hail, extreme temperatures, high winds, and even earthquakes. Style Variety: Steel roofing is available in a wide range of styles. It can mimic other types of materials such as wood shingle, clay tile and asphalt shingle but with all the durable qualities that steel offers. With new technologies in painted surfaces, metal roofing also offers a wide array of colors to choose from. Cost Effective: Steel roofing can be quite cost effective compared to expensive clay tiles, slate, or wood shake shingles. A reduction in heating and cooling costs is another benefit especially cooling costs since many of Vicwest's steel roofing profiles use solar reflective pigments within their coating. Lightweight: Steel roofs ease the stress on a home s structure since it is much lighter than materials such as tile. Heavier roof materials may require a home to undergo structural repairs which can result in thousands of additional costs. Low to No Maintenance: Coupled with its weather-resistant qualities, steel roofs resist the growth of mold and mildew making them virtually maintenance-free. 3 Vicwest steel roofing products are available in a wide range of colors. Ask your retailer for color samples.
VicElite Manufactured in Stratford, ON Style, substance and simplicity VicElite is a classic standing seam profile that uses a hidden fastener installation system to produce clean, crisp lines. Fasteners at the overlap of each panel are completely hidden under the snap-together closure. This profile must be installed on a solid substrate. VicElite is available in 29 gauge steel. Steel Roofing Systems Perfect for the home or cottage, or as an accent on backyard structures Low maintenance solution for new construction or re-roof applications Lightweight and extremely durable Wide variety of colors Minimal visible fasteners 40-year limited finish warranty Will not warp, crack or chip Mold and mildew resistant Minimum 30% recycled content and 100% recyclable at the end of its life span 4
Prestige 16 & 20 Manufactured in Victoriaville, QC and Delta, BC A durable and attractive way to add value to your home Available in 20 or 16 panels Enhance your next project with Prestige - our elegant batten-style roofing panel. It will enrich the appearance of, and add life and value to, your next project. Prestige is available in a rich, sophisticated color palette (including natural and metallic finishes) that will add style to your home s architectural appeal. This profile must be installed on a solid substrate. As well, it can be installed with or without hidden fasteners and is available in 24 or 26 gauge steel. Prestige 20 profile spans an additional 4 between ribs 5
SuperVic Manufactured in Stratford, ON and Victoriaville, QC Efficient and cost effective Our SuperVic profile gives you a classic look in a cost-effective roofing solution. Its superior strength and snug fit allow spans over 20 (508 mm) wide, resulting in fewer supports and exposed fasteners. Result: a cost-effective material and installation process, making SuperVic the perfect choice for long-term protection on a limited budget. This profile can also be curved to match your design needs and is available in 26, 28 or 30 gauge steel. NOTE: Panels can be reversed to minimize material loss. UltraVic Manufactured in Edmonton, AB, Stratford, ON, Delta, BC, Victoriaville, QC, Saskatoon, SK and Winnipeg, MB Available in our widest variety of colors UltraVic is a classic metal roofing profile that is easy to install the perfect solution for home and cottage owners seeking an economical, low maintenance roofing solution. Extra strengthening in the side laps and intermediate ribs give UltraVic improved weather protection, incomparable snow load capacity and increased rigidity. This profile has a 36-inch coverage area per sheet, with exposed fasteners allowing for quick installation. UltraVic is available in 29 gauge steel. 6
Woodland The best of natural wood without the drawbacks Woodland reproduces the look of natural wood shakes without the drawbacks or costs involved in using treated wood. Unlike wood shake shingles, our Woodland steel profile offers protection against extreme weather and is an ideal material when fire resistance is a concern. This pre-painted panelized profile is installed direct to deck or alternately on battens. Will not crack, curl, rot, peel or split. Courtland The look of slate, with the resistance of steel Courtland is engineered to replicate the look of Victorian slate. Unlike slate, however, the Courtland profile is very lightweight, cost effective, and it offers extreme protection against heavy rain, wind and hail. Looks great on historical homes and commercial restoration projects alike. 7
Stone Coated Steel Roofing Imitation without limitations Whether you re looking for a slate, tile, shingle or cedar shake look, Vicwest has a stone coated steel roof profile to match. A stone coated steel roof looks just like the real thing, yet it is more economical to install and also more durable, with none of the structural drawbacks. It also provides fire resistance and superior protection against extreme weather conditions. 8 With traditional roofing materials such as asphalt or composition shingles, re-roofing may be required every 10 to 15 years or even sooner! By comparison, a stone coated steel roof, which carries a limited lifetime warranty, could very well be the last roof you will ever buy.
Ridgewood Low maintenance, high durability Manufactured from high quality Galvalume steel that is coated with an acrylic basecoat, ceramic earth-stone granules are then embedded over this basecoat and sealed with a clear acrylic glaze. This textured finish reflects the remarkable beauty of rustic woodshakes while providing your home with a long-lasting, durable and fade-resistant protection for a lifetime of enjoyment. Ridgewood is a product of Allmet Roofing Systems distributed by Vicwest. Tudor Slate A match of modern innovation and old Victorian panache The Tudor Slate profile is an attractive roofing alternative that recreates the look of old Victorian slate with all the benefits of steel. It is very lightweight and provides extreme resistance against heavy rain, strong winds and large hail. Compliments Victorian era homes and farm houses alike. Tudor Slate is a product of Allmet Roofing Systems distributed by Vicwest. 9
Granite Ridge An elegant, architectural shingle appearance Granite Ridge architectural shingles create an elegant shingle-like look that will compliment any home, cottage or backyard structure. Less than half the weight of wood shakes and eight times lighter than tile, Granite Ridge delivers the aesthetics of asphalt shingles but is a much more durable choice available in three standard colors sure to match any homes exterior. May sometimes be installed over existing asphalt shingles. Granite Ridge shingles are a product of Allmet Roofing Systems distributed by Vicwest. Guardian Shingle A traditional, low-profile roofing tile If you want a subtle, more traditional looking roof but prefer the longevity only steel can offer, then Guardian is the ideal solution. A low-profile roofing tile, Guardian is time-tested and proven to withstand the toughest weather extremes. And, unlike asphalt shingles, you'll never have to worry about rotting, cracking or curling. In fact, it comes with the considerable backing of a lifetime limited warranty. So rest assured, your Guardian roof will be maintenance-free for as long as you own your home. It's the perfect solution for new and existing roofing applications. Guardian Shingle is a product of Allmet Roofing Systems distributed by Vicwest. 10
Talavera A tribute to a time when tile making was an art form Inspired by the Talavera artisans of ancient Mexico, the Talavera panel, a modern version of their beautiful clay tile craftsmanship, is designed to be installed directly on the deck or, alternately, on battens. The continuous design provides a flat section that allows for superior footing over conventional tiles and, like all of Vicwest s steel roofing profiles, it is extremely lightweight. The design of Talavera pays tribute to the traditional tile profiles found for centuries in Europe and Latin America. Talavera is a product of Allmet Roofing Systems distributed by Vicwest. Stone Coated Steel Roofing Can install directly over asphalt shingles Can be used on homes, cottages, garden sheds, gazebos and boathouses virtually any roof application with a roof pitch greater than 4:12, including commercial and institutional buildings Perfectly complements stucco exteriors and the Vicwest granular finished cladding profiles Direct to deck or batten mounted Suitable for new construction Available in several architectural colors Corresponding trims and accessories Will not crack, chip or flake Extremely lightweight Resistant to fire, wind and hail 11
Residential Roofing: Glossary of Terms Trims & Accessories A full range of accessories are available. Ask about them at your local building supply store or visit the Residential section of our website. New to Residential Roofing? Below is a glossary of terms that will assist you in determining which roof profile fits your project needs. Standing Seam: a type of roofing panel that is attached to the roof substructure/ foundation primarily with a concealed clip or a concealed-fastener system Board & Batten: a type of exterior siding or roofing that has alternating wide boards and narrow strips, called battens WeatherX : manufactured by Valspar, this Silicone Modified Polyester (SMP) paint system uses a proprietary resin to create a hard-wearing, no maintenance finish that exhibits remarkable color and gloss retention, superior chalk resistance to stains, abrasions and metal marking Side Lap: the amount by which one material (tile, shingle, etc.) overlaps the adjacent one along its side or edge Roof Pitch: relates to the slope and inclination angle of a roof in building construction Gauge: Refers to the steel substrate thickness. The lower the gauge the stronger the steel Span: Refers to the width of the profile. Solid Substrate: can be any solid roof surface such as plywood or an existing roof also referred to as solid deck Open Sheathing: is any roof assembly whereby no solid substrate is in place Panelized Profile: Roofing Profiles in which are installed using an approximate 48" horizontal panels as opposed to roofing sheets in which vary in length and are installed vertically. Stone Coated: Refers to a roofs exterior finish. Typically comprised of ceramic or organic stone bonded to the pre-painted base coat, cured then sealed using a clear acrylic glaze for added weather protection. In accordance with ongoing efforts to improve our products and their performance, Vicwest reserves the right to change without notice the specifications contained herein. The contents herein are for general information and illustrative purposes only and are not intended to serve as any type of advice. Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information included in this brochure and it is believed that the information contained herein is accurate and reliable as of the date of publication. Vicwest, however, does not warrant or represent the accuracy or reliability of any information included in this brochure. Any reliance on any information without consultation with Vicwest or a duly authorized representative shall be at the user's own risk. 2011, Vicwest All rights reserved VW00041EN08/11 w w w. v i c w e s t. c o m