Copper RoofingHISTORY
Copper has been started to use as a roofing material 2,500 years ago and still extensively specified by leading architects for residential, commercial and institutional buildings. Consisted of beauty, durability and corrosion resistance, more homeowners are beginning to order copper roofing.
In USA, the use of copper in architecture has been growing since the time Paul Revere founded the copper company. One of the oldest copper roofing in America is Christ Church in Philadelphia, built in 1787.
STYLE
Copper has been privileged by architects due to its durability and lasting beauty. Today copper has been used in all types of architectural applications including industrial, modern and historical styles. Copper roof on a building increases the features and adds contents to the architecture.
APPEARANCE
Copper is best known for it's fascinated green color. After installation, copper will turn from its shiny color through various shades of bronze and shades of green before reaching its final dark color, the familiar green color. This can take 30-35 years.
MAINTENANCE/ ENDURANCE
In spite of copper has a high installation cost, properly installed copper roof and flashings last a lifetime with no maintenance. Copper is also having resistance to fire and to corrosion from weather or industrial conditions.
MATERIALS/ PLANNING
The decision to use of copper in architecture is complicated. Copper is available in red or light green colors. The copper product wich is selected for a specific project must take into careful consideration the structural requirements, geographical location, and conditions of the building.
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