The short answer
Stone coated steel is a steel panel finished with bonded stone granules, giving the look of tile or shake with the impact and wind performance of metal. It is frequently the metal product that passes an HOA committee.
Specifications
| Factor | Detail |
|---|---|
| Typical cost | $26,000 to $52,000 |
| Service life | 40 to 50 years |
| Impact rating | Class 4 |
| Wind rating | 120+ mph typical |
| Weight | Lighter than tile |
| HOA acceptance | Usually good |
Where it performs
- Metal durability with a textured, non industrial appearance
- Class 4 impact rating
- Much lighter than concrete tile
- Often approved where standing seam is restricted
- Good insulating air gap in batten installations
The trade-offs
- Costs more than asphalt
- Repairs need a crew familiar with the system
- Granule surface can weather over decades
- Fewer local installers than shingle
What we install
This is the product we reach for in Fair Oaks Ranch, Stone Oak and other committee heavy neighborhoods where standing seam is restricted.
Other materials
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