Which Type Of Fastener Is Ideal For Your Metal Roofs: Concealed or Exposed Fastener

Every type of building has a roof whether it be made out of banana leaves, asphalt, metal, or any other kind of roofing material. The best types of roofs are metal roofs. Metal roofs have multiple benefits and are becoming really popular in 2018. Just like there are multiple options for the types of roofing materials, there are also multiple options for the types of metal roofs. A metal roof has the options of different panels, colors, texture, design, fastening systems, etc.

What Is A Fastener and Its Purpose?

One of the many different options for a metal roof is what type of fastening system to have. Fasteners, which are also referred to as screw-through or channel drain, are vital to metal roofing as they are typically used to secure insulation and roofing membrane. Metal fasteners are used when installing a metal roof on a residential home, business, or commercial building. They are also used on a post-frame, pre-engineered steel building, or product storage facility. Fasteners can be used on common items as well such as a garage, boat, or equipment.

Types of Fasteners

There are two types of fasteners to choose from: concealed or exposed. Each type has its own advantages and disadvantages. It depends on the type of building and the customer’s preference to determine which type of metal fastener is best suited for the roofing.

Concealed Fastener

Concealed fasteners are driven through the clips into the roof with connection or piercing of the metal panels. The clip and fastener are hidden beneath the standing seam panel material. The metal panels are then put down and connected to the clips and mechanically or hand locked to them.