Metal Roof Accents

Do you want the look of a metal roof, but at a fraction of the cost? Using metal panels to accentuate the most visible part of your roof will reduce the cost and enhance your home's curb appeal.

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What Are Metal Roof Accents?

Metal roof accents are when metal panels are put on only part of a roof instead of the entire roof system being made of metal. Mixing metal with a different roofing material makes certain parts of the roof aesthetically pop to enhance the overall design. Having a shingle roof with metal accents is the most common example of this.

With metal roof accents, you can:

Increase curb appeal of your home's exterior
Make certain features of your roof stand out
Get an idea of what a metal roof will look like on your home or building

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Roof Accents With Metal

A metal accent brings focus to wherever you choose on your roof. If your roof has unique features, you can make them stand out even more by using metal panels.

Where Should I Install Metal Accents On My Roof?

Common areas used for metal accent roofs include:

Porches
Porticos
Cupolas
Bay windows
Room additions

Metal accents are used on areas that are separate from the main roof.

What Types Of Metal Are Used For Roof Accents?

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Any type of metal panel can be used as an accent, but the following are most commonly used:

Copper roof
Metal roofing
Zinc roof
Standing seam metal
Corrugated metal
Aluminum
Galvalume steel

When metal is only used as an accent, less roofing material is required. Therefore it's common to see more expensive materials, such as copper roofing, used since it's high cost is less of a factor when being used in small quantities.

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How Are Metal Roof Accents Installed?

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There is no difference in panel installation method between metal roof accents or an entire metal roofing system. Even though they are not the primary roofing material, metal panels used as a roof accent should still be installed with the same level of precision and care. We highly recommend hiring a licensed and experienced metal roofing contractor to install your metal accent panels.

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What Color Should I Use For My Metal Accent Panels?

For residential metal roofing, you want to pay attention to the aesthetic of your existing roof or the color of your new roof if it's a new installation. If the roof color is a neutral tone shingle, you want to choose a neutral tone metal panel in a slightly different color.

A metal roof accent will already pop just from being a different roofing material and does not need to be a wild color to stand out.

Black metal roof accents and copper metal roof accents are quite popular for having a sophisticated appearance that works well with most architectural designs. In addition to roofs, copper gutters are also used for their visual appeal and their resistance to rust and cracking compared to aluminum.