Alright, so you wanna know about this pre-coated stuff, huh? Well, lemme tell ya, it’s kinda like paintin’ a fence, but they do it in a big factory, not in your backyard. They call it “pre-coated” ’cause they paint the metal before they send it to ya. Makes sense, right?
What is this pre-coated stuff anyway?
Well, it’s mostly steel, you know, that strong stuff they use for buildin’ things. But they put a nice coat of paint on it, all sorts of colors. They say it’s for roofs and walls and even furniture. I ain’t seen no furniture made of it, but I guess they know what they’re talkin’ about. They use big rolls of it, heavy as a cow, they say. Some of them rolls can weigh as much as a whole bunch of cows put together, I tell ya!
They make this stuff real thin, like paper almost, or real thick, like a good ol’ piece of wood. And they can make it wide or not so wide, depends on what you need it for, I reckon. They got all sorts of numbers for the thickness and the width, but I ain’t gonna bother you with all that. Just know they got lots of sizes.
Why do they pre-coat it?
Well, I figure it’s easier that way. Imagine havin’ to paint a whole roof after you put it up? That’d be a pain in the neck, wouldn’t it? This way, it comes all ready to go, nice and shiny and protected from the rain and the sun. And they say it looks better too, all smooth and even. I guess that’s important if you’re tryin’ to make things look fancy.
- Saves time, no need to paint later.
- Protects the metal, makes it last longer.
- Looks nice and pretty.
Lots of Colors, Like a Rainbow
Now, they got colors, oh boy, they got colors! More colors than you can shake a stick at, I tell ya. Red, blue, green, yellow, you name it. They got these fancy color charts, somethin’ called RAL and Pantone. Sounds like somethin’ a city slicker would use, but I guess it helps them get the colors just right. You can pick any color you want, they say, and they’ll make it for ya. That’s pretty handy, I guess.
Thick and Thin, Big and Small
Like I said, this pre-coated stuff comes in all sorts of sizes. They measure it in somethin’ called millimeters, I think. Sounds complicated, but it just means how thick or thin it is. And they got different widths too, so you can get just the right size for whatever you’re buildin’. They say they try to make it just the right thickness, not too much, not too little. Guess that saves them some money, huh?
Where do they use this pre-coated stuff?
Well, like I said, roofs and walls are the big ones. But I hear they use it for all sorts of things. Buildings, sheds, even those big metal barns you see out in the country. I guess it’s good for anythin’ that needs to be strong and protected from the weather. And like them fellas said, sometimes they use it for furniture too. Can’t imagine sittin’ on a metal chair myself, but to each their own I say.
Is this pre-coated stuff any good?
Seems like it to me. It’s strong, it lasts long, and it looks good. And it saves you the trouble of paintin’ it yourself. What’s not to like? If you’re buildin’ somethin’, it’s worth lookin’ into, that’s for sure. Just make sure you get the right color and size. And don’t forget to ask them city folks what them RAL and Pantone numbers mean if you want a fancy color.
So, that’s the story on pre-coated stuff. It ain’t rocket science, just good ol’ metal with a coat of paint. But it sure does make life a whole lot easier for them folks who are buildin’ things. And that’s a good thing, I reckon.
One more thing, they say these rolls can be heavy. Real heavy. So, be careful when you’re handlin’ ’em. Don’t want nobody gettin’ hurt. And if you got any questions, just ask them fellas at the store. They know more about this stuff than I do, that’s for sure.
Tags: Pre-coated Steel, Steel Coil, Metal Roofing, Metal Wall Panels, RAL Color, Pantone Color, Construction Material
