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Look! Corrugated Galvanized Siding

3_6_2008-galvanized.jpgWe're big fans of this house in Portland, Oregon. We like the low-maintenance, long-lasting, and unpainted galvanized steel used as siding. But we especially like the way it's detailed.

 
 

The traditional wood trim around the large windows help the blocky, modern addition fit in with the original Victorian house. We also like they way the trim warms up a material many people associate with industrial buildings.

We've scouted for prices and suppliers before, but there aren't dominant national brands in the sheet metal market; you'll need to look for a local supplier. Metal prices are in flux and seem to be rising fast, but the longevity of metal and the fact that galvanized doesn't need to be painted offers both ecological and financial benefits.

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That's the Tin House Magazine building! It's beautiful.

posted by ajh on March 6th 2008 at 4:13pm
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I love that. Functional and beautiful at the same time.

posted by madampince on March 15th 2008 at 10:05am
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posted by fredfrending on September 18th 2008 at 1:31pm
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