Panel Paint PVDF Coatings: The Pros And Cons | Metal Roofing & Siding
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Panel Paint PVDF Coatings: The Pros And Cons | Metal Roofing & Siding
Picking the right color for your metal roof for your metal building is exciting, but more considerations should be made during the decision making process besides what the color looks like. Choosing the right paint system for your metal roof is a big contributing factor into how your roof will look long term.
While PVDF coatings maintain their color longer, it’s also not the right fit for every roof. In this article, we help you decide if they are right for you by discussing the pros and cons of PVDF paint systems.
charcoal gray standing seam
SMP paint systems are primarily used on light gauge metal panels in a 26 or 29 gauge thickness. In addition, they are used more often as a metal siding versus a metal roofing because you will have less UV exposure. The main disadvantage of SMP paint systems is that the color will fade quicker when compared to a PVDF coatings system. The colors that work best with SMP paint systems are earth tones and whites as the fading will be less noticeable.
By having a superior paint system such as PVDF, the metal roof panels are able to maintain their aesthetic quality for longer than other metal roof paint systems such as SMP.
The Most Metal Roofing Colors To Choose From
Fading, or the visible loss of original color, is something that all metal roofs face at some point. The color of a metal roof fades overtime because the chemicals in the paint’s pigments start to break down from excessive exposure to the sun. By using PVDF paint, you have the greatest defense against harmful UV rays that will fade the roof’s color.
Not only does PVDF paint coatings keep your roof looking more vibrant, it also helps keep your roof looking even for longer. Oftentimes, roofs that do not have adequate fade resistance will not fade evenly if one side of the roof receives more shade than the other. The side that is more often in the sun will look more dull than the side that is covered and receives less UV exposure.
A metal roof can last 50 plus years, but it's a system and all of the components within it should be designed for the same period of time. You want to use a nice synthetic underlayment that has a 50 year warranty and a PVDF paint system that has the longest warranty for chalking and fading. Cutting corners on any of these components will lessen the overall longevity of the metal roof
If you are looking for a unique color and design that will stand out, you will likely end up choosing a PVDF color.
Examples of unique PVDF colors include:
The next step is to determine the color of your metal roof. This article will help you with that decision: Metal Roofing Colors: 5 Tips To Pick The Best Metal Roofing Color
Once you know which colors you are most interested in, request a free sample to see your favorite colors in person.
Picking the right color for your metal roof for your metal building is exciting, but more considerations should be made during the decision making process besides what the color looks like. Choosing the right paint system for your metal roof is a big contributing factor into how your roof will look long term.
While PVDF coatings maintain their color longer, it’s also not the right fit for every roof. In this article, we help you decide if they are right for you by discussing the pros and cons of PVDF paint systems.
charcoal gray standing seam
What Are The Alternatives To PVDF?
- Polyester
- SMP (Silicone-modified polyester)
Polyester Paint System
SMP Paint System
SMP paint systems are primarily used on light gauge metal panels in a 26 or 29 gauge thickness. In addition, they are used more often as a metal siding versus a metal roofing because you will have less UV exposure. The main disadvantage of SMP paint systems is that the color will fade quicker when compared to a PVDF coatings system. The colors that work best with SMP paint systems are earth tones and whites as the fading will be less noticeable.
Why Is PVDF Better Than Other Paint Systems?
By having a superior paint system such as PVDF, the metal roof panels are able to maintain their aesthetic quality for longer than other metal roof paint systems such as SMP.
The Most Metal Roofing Colors To Choose From
The Pros Of PVDF
- Greater resistance to fading
- Greater resistance to chalking
- Superior longevity than other paint systems
- End User Expectations
- Large variety of color options
PVDF Has Greater Resistance To Fading
Fading, or the visible loss of original color, is something that all metal roofs face at some point. The color of a metal roof fades overtime because the chemicals in the paint’s pigments start to break down from excessive exposure to the sun. By using PVDF paint, you have the greatest defense against harmful UV rays that will fade the roof’s color.
Not only does PVDF paint coatings keep your roof looking more vibrant, it also helps keep your roof looking even for longer. Oftentimes, roofs that do not have adequate fade resistance will not fade evenly if one side of the roof receives more shade than the other. The side that is more often in the sun will look more dull than the side that is covered and receives less UV exposure.
PVDF Has Greater Resistance To Chalking
PVDF Has Superior Longevity Compared To Other Paint Systems
End User Expectations
A metal roof can last 50 plus years, but it's a system and all of the components within it should be designed for the same period of time. You want to use a nice synthetic underlayment that has a 50 year warranty and a PVDF paint system that has the longest warranty for chalking and fading. Cutting corners on any of these components will lessen the overall longevity of the metal roof
PVDF Has A Larger Variety Of Colors
If you are looking for a unique color and design that will stand out, you will likely end up choosing a PVDF color.
Examples of unique PVDF colors include:
- Matte finishes
- Rusted colors
- Wood colors
- Zinc colors
- Copper colors
The Cons Of PVDF
- PVDF is more expensive
- Less abrasion resistance
PVDF Is More Expensive
PVDF Has Less Abrasion Resistance
Choosing PVDF Panels For Your Metal Roof for your Metal Steel Buildings
PVDF Paint Panels Typically Fit Those Who:
- Are using the panels on their home or have aesthetics as a main concern.
- Want the panel with the best longevity possible.
- Choose panels in bright and vibrant colors such as red or green.
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The next step is to determine the color of your metal roof. This article will help you with that decision: Metal Roofing Colors: 5 Tips To Pick The Best Metal Roofing Color
Once you know which colors you are most interested in, request a free sample to see your favorite colors in person.
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