Decra Stone Coated Steel Roofing Compared Against Other Roof Types

 

Decra stone coated steel roofing systems use aluminum-zinc alloy-coated steel, covered with 3M ceramic-coated stone granules, and are sealed with a polymer coating. Villa tile, shake and shingle are just a few of the available styles. Different colors and blends are available to match a variety of home interiors. Here’s how Decra stone coated roofing system stacks up against other types of roofs.

 

Here are Three of the Worst – Ranked in Order from Bad to Worst – Roof Types You Can Install as a Property Owner

 

Bad Roof Type: Composite

 

Composite roofs are cheap and fire resistant, but they have a downside: short lifespan, vulnerability to mildew and moss, and they are bad for the environment. Decra stone coated steel roofing, on the other hand, has the long life and strength of steel with a fifty-year transferable manufacturer warranty, and wind resistance of 120 miles per hour. Since Decra is made from metal, it’s mildew resistant and completely recyclable.

 

Worse Roof Type: Slate

 

Slate is very expensive, requires professional installation, and it’s heavy. It’s also fragile and requires high maintenance. Stone coated steel roofing is extremely lightweight in comparison, weighing less than two pounds per square foot. The interlocking panels provide a weather-tight barrier that even protects you against hailstorms. Decra roof systems come in three profiles: shingle, shake and tile.

 

Worst Roof Type: Wood Shingles

 

Wood shingles are expensive, and require professional installation. They’re high maintenance, and are subject to rotting, mildew and mold. Also, they don’t respond well to fire. Decra stone coated steel roofing costs far less than wood shingles, and are very low maintenance. Each Decra panel is pressure formed from a corrosion resistant, zinc-aluminum, alloy-coated steel substrate.

 

Decra stone coated steel roofing is perfect for areas prone to fire. The metal is resistant to flying embers that can move far from the fire zone and set fire to roofs.