Revolutionizing regional roofing: COASTALUME™

By DuPont Tedlar. 

Learn about how this DuPont™ Tedlar® product is changing the roofing game in coastal areas. 

There are many different factors that make every roofing project unique, but probably one of the biggest is regional weather and climate conditions. For example, areas that get more hail might need roofing with higher impact ratings and those that get lots of snow might need a snow retention system added. Over at DuPont™ Tedlar®, we noticed that coastal areas also had their own unique challenges. Namely, a higher wind uplift risk and generally more moisture in the air. That’s what led to the development of COASTALUME™ product.  

In this series of interviews, representatives from Metal Roofing Systems shared their insights on the innovative COASTALUME™ product, which combines U.S. Steel’s GALVALUME® with DuPont™ Tedlar® PVF film. This revolutionary roofing and siding offering is designed to withstand the harsh conditions of coastal environments, providing unmatched durability and sustainability. 

Myles Sica, outside representative at Metal Roofing Systems, highlighted the strength and resilience of COASTALUME™, “We're now able to offer a GALVALUME® substrate, which is a stronger product that has a higher wind uplift capacity. And with this Tedlar® coating that creates COASTALUME™, it stands up to the elements really well, especially here in the Florida sun.” 

This combination ensures that COASTALUME™ can endure the extreme weather conditions typical of coastal areas, making it an ideal choice for both residential and commercial construction.  

Bobby Hopson, VP of sales at Metal Roofing Systems, expressed enthusiasm about the product's potential, “We're very excited about the opportunity that we have with the COASTALUME™ product, having a steel product that we can sell in those applications where we're pushing right up against the coastline.” 

The ability to offer a steel roofing solution that performs exceptionally well in coastal environments is a significant advancement for the industry.  

Cameron Coughlin, division VP for Metal Roofing Systems, discussed the gap in the market that COASTALUME™ fills, “We find that there's a gap in the products available in a coastal environment. A lot of times aluminum is specified where aluminum can't perform and this is where COASTALUME™ helps to fill that gap up.” 

By providing a robust alternative to aluminum, COASTALUME™ addresses the unique challenges faced by coastal construction projects. 

COASTALUME™ standing seam roofing and wall systems offer several key benefits:  

• Fire retardant  
• Best-in-class resistance to corrosion, chalk and fade  
• Mold and mildew resistant  
• Graffiti-proof  
• Excellent resistance to hail, impact and abrasion  
• Reduced potential for leaks and related water damage 

Additionally, COASTALUME™ comes with industry-leading warranties, including 25 years on the steel substrate and up to 50 years on the finish, with no freshwater rinse required. This comprehensive coverage ensures long-term performance and peace of mind for homeowners and contractors alike.  

By combining the strength and sustainability of United States Steel Galvalume™ with the durable protection of DuPont™ Tedlar®, COASTALUME™ sets a new standard for excellence in the roofing industry. As coastal construction continues to evolve, COASTALUME™ stands out as the premier choice for projects demanding the highest levels of durability and performance. 

Discover more in this video from DuPont Tedlar! If you are interested in purchasing this product, get started today by visiting www.dupont.com/tedlar/where-to-buy-coastalume.html.