Western States Metal Roofing

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Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio is the Vice President and one of the owners of Western States Metal Roofing. He has been in the metal roofing industry for 25 years. WSMR is a manufacturer of metal roofing, wall panels, and metal siding. We have colors and finishes that nobody else has with nearly 100 different colors in stock. Our selection of color options and finishes is likely the largest in the industry.

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Metal | Finishes | Education | rezibond steel

By: Paul Rubio
March 3rd, 2020

Everybody wants the old gray weathered look and using Steelscape Rezibond steel on a roof or wall accomplishes this style perfectly.

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Finishes | Problems | Bonderized Steel

By: Paul Rubio
March 2nd, 2020

Nowadays, the old and weathered look is in style and using Bonderized steel on a roof or wall accomplishes this trend perfectly. Bonderized steel is a popular choice, especially because the material is inexpensive and looks like an old, faded galvanized panel that has started to turn gray.

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Education | Homeowner Education | Bonderized Steel

By: Paul Rubio
February 28th, 2020

So, you want a roof or a wall panel that looks old and has a dull matte gray finish. You are looking for a product that is inexpensive and not as shiny as galvanized or galvalume. The pictures of Bonderized corrugated or standing seam roofing look beautiful. Unfortunately, it is not that simple. Bonderized was NOT intended to be used as an unpainted and exposed roofing or siding panel.

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Homeowner | Roofing | Metal Gauge

By: Paul Rubio
February 24th, 2020

You’ve explored your options for a new roof and you’re interested in the benefits of a metal roof. Now you have different options for gauges, colors and panel types and it’s a bit overwhelming. At Western States Metal Roofing we can help you figure out the answers to your questions, starting right here with gauges.

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Roofing | Homeowner Education | Roofing Contractor Education | Reclaimed Metal

By: Paul Rubio
February 19th, 2020

You’ve decided to use reclaimed corrugated metal roofing on your home or business. You love the look of an old galvanized roof that has weathered and now has orange rust streaks throughout the panel. Used corrugated metal will be the perfect finish for your metal siding or roofing project. Everything is going great until you go online and try to purchase reclaimed metal roofing.