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Our proprietary formulas for Gerard Stone coated steel metal tile roofing panels are built to stand the test of time. Since developing our durable roof tiles over 30 years ago, production processes and equipment has evolved, but we have never strayed from using only the highest quality raw materials and proprietary formulated coatings.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/lastimeroofing.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/gerard.png” _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” theme_builder_area=”post_content” alt=”Gerard” title_text=”gerard” align=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ sticky_enabled=”0″ custom_margin=”18%||18%||true|false”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.18.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”]

26-Gauge Base Steel<\/h2>\n

Gerard panels are made from the best quality structural grade steel. They are rigid enough to tolerate reasonable loads while allowing profile designs without the risks of cracking or significant elastic recovery. They are composed of 30% recycled steel.<\/p>\n

Hot Dipped Zinc-Aluminum Alloy Galvanized Coating<\/h2>\n

The first barrier of protection on our rigid steel panels is achieved when the steel passes through a bath of molten aluminum-zinc alloy. This coating combines the protection and strength of both aluminum and zinc. Developers of our particular aluminum-zinc alloy coatings have captured exposure data indicating corrosion protection of the underlying steel exceeds 50 years in most environments.<\/p>\n

Acrylic Priming System<\/h2>\n

An acrylic coating is applied to both sides of the panel immediately after the application of the aluminum-zinc coatings to further enhance the longevity of the galvalume coating and underlying steel, and provides a uniform substrate that enhances the adhesion of the additional coatings.<\/p>\n

Base Coat<\/h2>\n

The base coat is a petroleum based, highly UV resistant proprietary acrylic resin binder. This specially formulated coating is proprietary to Gerard. A choice of quality ceramic colored chips are bonded directly to the base coat. The base coat serves two functions – to bond the stone granules, and offer even further protection from both water and light to the underlying acrylic and galvalume coated steel.<\/p>\n

Ceramic Coated Stone Granules<\/h2>\n

A protective coating, as well as an attractive appearance, is provided by stone granules. They further enhance the resistance to UV light while providing an array of colors. These ceramic coated granules are sized and applied in such a way to insure maximum coverage of the base coat; therefore, allowing another layer of protection against weather erosion.<\/p>\n

Overglaze<\/h2>\n

An acrylic over glaze with UV inhibitors is applied as a final coating that gives the granules a semi-gloss appearance. This extremely durable acrylic finish bonds to the granules and encapsulates them with a coating that enhances the panel\u2019s resistance to physical damage.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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