Metal Roofing Knowledge Center
Roofing Tools for the Novice
So you have decided to install that metal roofing. Good for you! If you are in semi-good physical condition and you have enough construction know-how to read a tape measure, remember the three, four, five, square rule (explained later for the complete novice) and...
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Recycled Metal Roofing
Metal Roofing and Steel Siding Provide Homeowners and Designers Green Options Metal roofing and metal siding is available in many colors, but its the green makeup or recycled content of metal that is convincing many homeowners and designers to make use of these...
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Metal Roofing Costs Less than Shingled Roofing
When it comes to roofing material, most homeowners want something that is durable and long lasting, yet affordable. For a long time they had to choose between a high-cost tile or slate roof that lasted a good amount of time but required extra bracing to support its...
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Steel Roofing for a Custom-Built Lodge
Steel roofing was the clear choice for this ruggedly handsome establishment. Its clean, solid lines, bold angles, sound construction and no-nonsense materials are destined to endure for decades. Our metal roofing experts are happy to collaborate with architects and...
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Steel Roof for a Charming Small Home
Steel roofing might not be something you would associate with the word “charming” – but the charm of this beautiful little home is nicely complemented by its wisely-chosen roof. What’s more, that weather-tight, maintenance-free steel roof will help keep the house safe...
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Roofing Metal: Long-Lasting Great Looks, Great Protection
Roofing metal like the kind you see on this handsome home gives you great value and decades of worry-free protection. Replacing a roof that has seen better days? Roofing metal goes up fast, often right over your old roof. And metal roofing means solid, low-maintenance...
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Metal Roofing Supplies for Do-It-Yourselfers and Pros
Metal roofing supplies offer fast, easy installation using common tools. This makes metal roofing the top choice of do-it-yourselfers and professionals alike. We’ll be happy to help you round up the materials and supplies you need for a beautiful roof and decades of...
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Metal Roofing Panels The Obvious Choice
Metal roofing panels were the obvious choice for this southern residence. They’re warm in winter, cool in summer, lovely to look at and durable enough to last for many a year to come. Metal roofing panels can make your home warmer and more inviting.
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Metal Roofing Installation Adds to Home’s Classic Beauty
Metal roofing installation with a bold color choice lends a striking look to the classic beauty of this countryside home. Guaranteed against fading, chalking or peeling, it’s a look that lasts and lasts.
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Metal Roof Panels as a Design Element
Metal roof panels are skillfully used in crafting a harmonious design for this home. Colors, textures, forms, even the surrounding environment come together to please the senses. We offer metal roof panels in a broad spectrum of colors.
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Stone Coated Steel Shingles Give Architectural Look, Steel Strength
This maintenance-free stone coated steel shingle roof has the look of dimensional shingles, but it's far superior in many important ways. And unless you get tired of the color or style some day, this is likely to be the last roof you’ll ever have to install. Stone...
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Metal Shake and Shingle Roofing Systems
Metal shake roofing like this gives the classic appearance of hand-hewn, hand-laid cedar shakes, but at nowhere near the cost, almost no maintenance and far superior durability. Handsome peace of mind that lasts and lasts. Shake XD Information
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Metal Tile Roofing Systems – Classic Look, Major Advantages
Metal tile roofing systems like those shown here give you the classic charm of tile roofing and truly lasting value. All without the high weight, costs, breakability, maintenance and installation troubles of clay tiles. Maintenance-free, stone-coated steel tile roofs...
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Stone Coated Metal Tile Roof Beautifies Home
Stone-coated metal tile roofing was the choice these homeowners made when it came time to remodel. When the job was complete, the difference in appearance was striking. The reduced maintenance and lasting protection will be striking, too. Close-up of home with...
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Metal Tile Roofing System Brightens Home’s Appearance
The metal tile roofing system chosen for this home’s remodel gave it richer texture and a brighter look. Thanks to the metal roofing’s lighter weight, the roof’s structure has less to bear, too – and that can mean a longer and trouble-free life. Home with conventional...
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Standing Seam Metal Roofing Install: Letter from a Do-It-Yourselfer
Here's a letter from a dedicated do-it-yourselfer who installed his own standing seam metal roof: Dear Galen, You were right about me being able to do my own roof. It was actually pretty easy. Thanks for the great service! By the way, did you know I got a quote from...
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Metal Shingle Roof Installation by a Do-It-Yourselfer
Slate-style metal shingle roofing – another example of a great re-roofing job by a handy do-it-yourselfer. He's saved himself a sizeable chunk of cash, and his choice of a metal roof will mean years of maintenance-free protection for his home. Before: Conventional...
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DIY Metal Roof Installation for a Cabin in the Pines
Here's a letter from a customer who re-roofed a cabin in the pines using one of our metal roofing systems: Hi there to you folks at Absolute Steel Products. Thank you again on another steel roof package that fits the way it is supposed to. The staff at Absolute has...
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Installing Metal Roofing on a Vacation Cabin
Metal roofing is a terrific value for any home or cabin in an area that may experience wildfires. It has the highest fire rating of any residential roofing material, and just yawns at flying sparks and embers. Even if fire never comes, it still gives years and years...
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Residential Metal Roofing: A DIY Remodeller’s Story
We received this note and photos from a homeowner who tackled the chore of re-roofing his own home, with standing seam metal roofing. Dear Absolute Steel, Just a short note to let you know that my roof came out fine. It was pretty darn easy to put on and the look is...
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