Reusing Old Tin Roofing

Reuse that metal roofing from an old barn to fuel creativity.

Reusing old tin roofing.

Today metal roofs often consist of an alloy steel with a zinc coating applied to it for protection known as galvanized metal. I ve got about 6500 sq ft of standing seam metal roof that needs to be removed. I am tearig down a pole barn with a metal roof and want to reuse the metal roofing. Old rusty tin barn roofing reclaimed from 100 year old barns.

Is there a quick method to do this. Ironically tin roofs are not made out of tin. Will i need to plug the old holes. The metal is less than 9 years old but there is some structural issues that require the roof to be removed.

Jul 20 2016 explore yoli tamez s board corrugated tin use or reuse on pinterest. Used in combination with our reclaimed barn wood for drop ceilings cabinet doors wall veneer shed roofs and many other unique designs to give that old barn feel. Crafts projects made from metal roofing if painted will require paint that adheres to metal. All the roofers i ve spoken too want to cut off the old one which means they can t be replaced.

I will re use as many holes as possible but many will not line up with the 2x4 slats under neith. Many of us have made reference to an old farm house with a tin roof. A current alternative trend in roofs is the use of aluminum. However it has many screw holes from the previous installations.

Can i make it work. Few sounds are as homey as that of rain falling on a tin roof. Click on this link if you re interested in more videos on roofing repairs and home building. These vintage barn roof sheets give a distinct look of an old barn seen in classic pictures and country landscapes.

Tin has been used as a roofing material for centuries due to the fact that it is lightweight durable easy to work with and inexpensive. Before you haul off that barn or shed you ve just torn down try recycling the materials from the metal roof to decorate your home or outdoor lounging area.