Zinc

A soft blue-gray sheet metal that weathers to a matte chalky patina. It shows seams, folded edges, subtle oil-canning, and rain streaks more readily than polished metals.

Common names

architectural zinc
pre-weathered zinc
zinc sheet

Search phrases

soft gray metal roof
matte gray metal
zinc roof
quiet gray metal cladding

Common uses

Standing seam roofing
Wall cladding
Countertops
Bar tops
Gutters and flashings

Choosing points

Best for calm matte metal roofs and facades that age toward a blue-gray tone.
Zinc has a soft, matte gray look that becomes calmer with age.
It scratches and marks more easily than stainless steel, but small marks often blend into the patina.
It is often chosen when a building needs a quiet metal surface rather than a shiny one.