What is stone-coated steel roofing?
By Best Roofing Answers · Published May 2026 · Updated July 2026
Stone-coated steel roofing is a metal panel with a factory-applied mineral granule finish that mimics tile, shake, or shingle profiles; it typically lasts 40–70 years, carries Class A fire ratings and wind ratings up to 120 mph or higher, and installs at $10–$16 per sq ft — near the middle of the metal roofing price range.
The material niche
Per Metal Roofing Alliance data, stone-coated steel bridges the aesthetic of asphalt or tile with the durability of metal. The mineral coating hides the metallic look, which is preferred in HOA neighborhoods where standing-seam is prohibited.
Products from Boral, DECRA, and Tilcor carry 50-year limited warranties. Wind ratings vary by profile — flat 'shake' panels typically rate lower than tile-profile panels.
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