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2. Metal roof - Wikipedia

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   A metal roof is a roofing system featuring metal pieces or tiles exhibiting corrosion resistance, impermeability to water, and long life. It is a component of the building envelope . The metal pieces may be a covering on a structural, non-waterproof roof, or they could be self-supporting sheets.

3. Terne - Wikipedia

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   Terne metal can last 90 years or more if the paint is maintained. Terne-coated stainless steel (TCS II or Roofinox), or copper is commonly used to replace terne metal roofs as either material will outlast terne metal. Terne-coated stainless steel roofing can last 100 years or more unpainted; copper roofing can last 50 years or more unpainted.

4. Patrick Rundhaug - Wikipedia

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   He also invented and patented InstaRust the solution used to put an instant rust finish on any metal surface. He developed a copper paint that was 50% copper by weight that can be given an instant patina and is used worldwide on signs, roofs, ornamental iron, doors, rain gutters, garage doors and other trim and fencing. [4]

5. List of commercially available roofing materials - Wikipedia

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   Another advantage of copper roofing systems is that they are relatively easy to repair. Standing-seam metal roof with concealed fasteners. Mechanically seamed metal with concealed fasteners contains sealant in seams for use on very low sloped roofs, suitable for roofs of low pitch such as 0.5/12 to 3/12 pitch.

6. Architectural metals - Wikipedia

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   Copper belfry of St. Laurentius church, Bad Neuenahr-Ahrweiler Metals used for architectural purposes include lead, for water pipes, roofing, and windows; tin, formed into tinplate; zinc, copper and aluminium, in a range of applications including roofing and decoration; and iron, which has structural and other uses in the form of cast iron or wrought iron, or made into steel.

7. Copper in architecture - Wikipedia

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   Tests on European copper roofs from the 18th century showed that, in theory, copper roofs can last one thousand years. [19] New copper roof of Shinto outdoor altar. Another advantage of copper roofing systems is that they are relatively easy to repair. For small pits or cracks, affected areas can be cleaned and filled with solder. For larger ...