METAL ROOFING AND WALL PANELS
Some standing seam roof panels can be utilized for metal wall panel applications however, only a standing seam panel or a lap seam panel should be used in metal roofing applications. For information on types of standing seam metal roof panels, visit ourStanding Seam Roofing page.
Metal panel wall systems that can be utilized in vertical applications:
- Standing Seam Roof Panels: Mechannically Seamed: Symmetrical 238T, 138T, JSM 200 SL & DL ; and Snap Together: Permaseam Panels.
- Tounge-and-Groove Panels: FW Series Panel and the Flush Panel are commonly used in soffit and fascia applications. Long runs on this style of panel are highly discouraged.
- Concealed Fastener "hook & cleat" interlocking metal panels like our Wave Panel
- Lap Seam Panels: Exposed Fastener metal panels:PBR and PBM.
Metal sheets for walls that can be utilized in horizontal applications:
- Concealed Fastener "hook & cleat" interlocking metal panels like our Wave Panel
- Lap Seam, Exposed Fastener Metal panels like our PBR and PBM.
- Tounge-and-Groove Panels: FW Series Panel - 1 1/2" depth - Long runs on this style of panel are highly discouraged.
Metal Roof and Wall Panels Go Beyond Looks:
Many times, metal sheeting for walls will be selected almost solely for the look that it provides - with very little attention paid to the metal panel’s engagement style or designed application. Tongue-and-groove engagements, for example, are best suited for metal soffit applications. This type of engagement creates a standing seam to prevent water infiltration. However, when the same panel is used as a metal wall panel, the seam is far more vulnerable to water infiltration even with factory-applied hot melt sealant.
The most commonly used option for sheet metal wall applications, in both vertical and horizontal applications, is the lap seam panel, also called utility panels. They function in metal roofing systems, metal wall systems, soffits, fascia’s, metal decks and parapet walls. They are typically chosen over other panels because water can easily flow from one metal panel to the next with almost no opportunity for water penetration. Still, they have exposed fasteners penetrating through them once installed - requiring regular maintenance to prevent leaks at the fastener locations and do not address thermal movement. As a result, the panel lengths must be limited.
More recently, there are architectural metal wall panels available that offer both the appearance of the lap seam panel in narrower pieces that hook together. By using cleats, the metal panel can be secured to the structure without the use of exposed fasteners. This not only improves the appearance but also improves the weather tightness and the metal wall panel’s ability to manage thermal movement.
For assistance with selection of a metal roofing system and/or metal wall panel, contact your area metal roofing and wall panel specialist.
