This old house general contractor tom silva and host kevin o connor show you the proper way to install a copper roof in order to ensure stability resistance to the elements and beauty.
Old copper roof.
Available in metal roofing flats and coil.
Aged copper aged copper looks like a shiny copper penny that has aqua green patina spots on it.
We do not recommend purchasing everbrite kits with gel and polish.
8 5 inches tall 9 inches wide 7 5 inches deep.
There are a big variety of finished ie.
Cost savings of 60 to 75 when compared to real corrugated copper.
Add in the longevity of these panels up to 1 000 years in many european examples and you get an economical metal even when accounting for the high initial copper roof cost.
Unique cedar log birdhouse with slanted copper roof and copper base.
Just everbrite kits with gel are recommended for older copper roofs.
Western wave wall panel and reveal wall panel.
A copper roof is an extremely efficient energy saving material compared to asphalt or stone shingles primarily relating to heat gain.
Using polish is not recommended on copper roofs because the copper on old copper roofs is rough and the polish can cause dark areas that can be difficult to remove.