Thinking about updating your building’s walls? Choosing the right metal wall cladding isn’t just about looks; it can impact durability, ease of installation, and long-term maintenance. Box profile sheets offer a modern, clean finish with high structural strength,...
Once you have decided a building needs an insulated roof rather than a single skin, there is a second decision that gets far less discussion: whether to use composite panels or build up two skins on site. Both are common, both work, and they suit quite different jobs....
Are you noticing peeling paint or rust along the edges and ends of your metal roofing sheets? These are often signs of cut edge corrosion, a common issue that, if left untreated, can significantly reduce the durability and lifespan of your metal roofing. In this...
Sheets get all the attention when people plan a steel roof. Flashings rarely do, and yet they are where most roofs fail first. A sheet in the middle of a slope has an easy job: shed water downhill. The difficult work happens at every edge, junction and penetration,...
Is your roof in need of replacement, but you don’t want the disruption of builders, disposing of the old roof and leaving your building open to the weather? Roof over cladding could be the answer. Instead of stripping the existing roof, a new insulated steel roof is...
Curved and arched roofs are a popular choice across agricultural, industrial and commercial buildings, offering both structural strength and visual appeal. But can corrugated steel sheets be used on curved and arched roofs? Widely known for their durability,...
Are you noticing water dripping from your metal roof, even when it hasn’t been raining? This is rarely a roof leak and is far more likely to be caused by condensation forming beneath the metal sheets. Condensation is an extremely common issue with metal roofing,...
Purlins are the horizontal members that carry the roof sheets and transfer their load into the main frame. Choosing a size is a structural decision, and while this article explains what drives it, the final selection should be made or checked by someone competent to...
If you've ever seen water dripping from the underside of a metal roof on a cold morning, you've seen the effects of cold bridging. It's a common problem on single skin roofs. Left alone, it can lead to damp, mould, corrosion and a lot of wasted heat. The good news is...