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Craftsman One-Course Cedar Shingle Panels (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Craftsman One-Course cedar shingle panels are now available with Rain Screen technology that protects against moisture. According to the firm, specially placed grooves on the back of the panel allow rain, condensation, and air to flow horizontally and vertically, channeling moisture away from the wall and down to the ground. The panels exceed 98 percent drainage efficiency, the manufacturer says. The one-course panels include a full plywood back, 3/8-inch shingle butt, and overlocking end joints.

Exterior Products Review (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

There is a house in Omaha, Neb., that is unlike any other in the state--perhaps the country. Built under HUD's Partnership for Advancing Technology in Housing (PATH), this "Concept Home" is loaded with 60 of the best technologies and products home building has to offer and is seen as a model for the future of home construction. The roof the agency chose to use on the house is made from metal.

Metal Roofing Material (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The manufacturer's metal-shake product lines have the appearance of wood with all the benefits of metal. The stone-coated product is weather resistant and low maintenance, lightweight—1.3 pounds per foot—and has a Class A fire rating, the company adds. Three lines are available in a variety of colors. 800-265-9357.

Terne II Metal Roofing (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

KlassicKolors pre-painted Terne II metal roofing comes in a wide selection of colors that are designed to last, the company says. The tile's base sheet is coated with a zinc-tin alloy and then painted with solar-reflective coatings so the roofs offer energy-efficient properties. The company fabricates standing-seam and corrugated panels. 800-624-6906.

OMNI Series (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Everlast II OMNI series features an enhanced primer that provides a thicker, more resistant raw material layer of defense against corrosion while promoting paint adherence, according to the maker. Panels are 38 inches wide and provide 36 inches of coverage. The major ribs are 9 inches apart and have two minor ribs in between them; a stiffener is added to all major ribs, making the panels stronger. 888-399-0059.

MetalWorks Cool Colors Shingles (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

MetalWorks Cool Colors shingles promote energy efficiency with high solar reflectance that helps lower energy costs, according to the maker. They are available in a wide range of styles and colors, including StoneCrest slate in Vermont blue, Sierra slate grey, and Sequoia red; StoneCrest tile in Sierra slate grey and Vermont blue; and AstonWood in timber brown, Sequoia red, and canyon copper bronze. 800-641-4691.

Stainless Steel Roofing Tiles (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

These stainless steel roofing tiles are made with 70 percent recycled content and weigh less than traditional materials such as asphalt or slate. The corrosion-resistant panels can be produced in their natural finish or in a colored prismatic process—not paint—that will not fade, chip, or discolor, the firm says. Tiles measure 15 inches by 9 inches. 262-723-7778.

Tile Panel Roofing System (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The company says its metal "tile panel" roofing system offers the beauty of traditional roof shingles without the weight. Tile construction seals out wind and rain and prevents blow-off in strong winds, the company says. It will not rot and is resistant to fire and termites. Each panel measures 3 feet wide and 2 feet to 20 feet long. Ten colors are available. 800-899-0311.

Cool Roof Tile (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The Cool Roof Tile line has earned a mark from the Cool Roof Rating Council, which tests for solar reflectance and thermal emittance. The roofing comes in 21 color options, ranging from white on white to terra-cotta to gray blends, and in standard-weight and lightweight tile, flat, and curved profiles.

Villa Tile (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Villa Tile barrel-profile roof tile is made of steel but coated with stone to resemble the look of Old World Italian tile, the maker says. It can be installed directly onto the roof deck as well as over battens. The lightweight, interlocking tiles, which come in five standard colors, won't crack, burn, curl, split, or rot. 877-463-3272.