A metal roof acts as a faraday cage and in case of a lightning strike would safely dissipate the electric charge.
House tin shade roof.
A metal roof does not increase the chances of a lightning striking a house though.
Soft lighting fans and misters help cool off diners on hot nights.
Contrary to common misconceptions there is a wide range of metal roof colors and finishes that can beautifully match any house style.
Since metal is a lifetime material and your new roof will cost at least 9 000 11 000 you want to pick a color that you will be happy with for many years to come.
Prices usually start around 100 to 300 a square but some styles can cost 600 to 800 a square.
In addition to curb appeal it is important to consider the quality of the metal roof paint.
Cost and life span.
Toward the back of the house another butterfly shaped structure echoes the front one creating a covered courtyard dining room.
With metal roofing lightning is never an issue.
Metal looks great on bungalows cabins contemporary and cottage style homes.
A cantilevered steel butterfly shaped shade structure was installed on the flat roof which also absorbs and redirects the sun s intensity.
Metal roofing colors come in a wide variety and when it comes to combining the colors of the house and the roof there are many options however faced at the challenge to combine exterior colors people often find it difficult and sometimes they make the wrong choice.
The lightning always strikes the tallest object peak regardless of the material.