Roofing

  • By CUSTOM HOME Staff
  • Source: CUSTOM HOME Magazine
  • Publication date: 2007-11-01

Composite Cedar

Three new profiles were added to the Enviroshake line of engineered roofing. The shakes, which are made of 95 percent post-industrial polymers, fibers, and rubber, have been detailed to create the look of cedar. Wellington Polymer Technology. 866.423.3302. www.enviroshake.com.

Mission Possible

Traditional two-piece pan and cover Mission clay tiles come in a range of Mediterranean color blends and are suitable for use anywhere in North America. The line weighs 700 pounds per square and has 280 pieces of tile per square. Northern Roof Tiles. 888.678.6866. www.northernrooftiles.com.

Living Roof

The LiveRoof pre-vegetated modular green roof system works on flat roofs and pitch roofs up to a 2/12 slope. Modules are made from recycled polypropylene. LiveRoof. 800.875.1392. www.liveroof.com.

Solar Monitor

The new wireless meter for the Brilliance solar energy system allows homeowners to see how much energy they consume and how much their system produces. Ranging in size from 1 to 10 kW of power, the Brilliance system features roof-integrated modules or solar modules. GE Energy. 866.750.3150. www.ge.com.

Slate Shades

Three new blends of slate have been introduced: Manor combines grays, greens, and purples; Imperial blends rare colors; and Vermont Splendor features grays and greens. Evergreen Slate Co. 518.642.2530. www.evergreenslate.com.