Metal Siding That Looks Like Wood: Sheffield Metals’ WoodCraft™
Discover WoodCraft™ by Sheffield Metals—metal siding that captures the look of real wood with the durability and performance of steel.
Metal that looks like wood is the hot product featured on homes and buildings across the country. Perfect for modern, natural designs and decorative accents, wood grain metal has exploded in popularity in recent years.
Sheffield Metals now offers their own wood grain metal line – WoodCraft™, which features four 24-gauge wood-look colors: Golden Oak, Light Walnut, Rosewood, and Warm Gray.
Keep reading to find out more about Sheffield Metals’ WoodCraft, including best applications, advantages, and how to buy.
What Is Sheffield Metals WoodCraft?
Sheffield Metals WoodCraft is a unique PVDF coating that mimics the look of real wood, all the way down to the grain patterns. The coating technology uses a process which makes the wood grain look ultra-realistic. It may be indistinguishable from real wood when viewed at a distance.
Sheffield Metals offers WoodCraft in 24-gauge steel. Unlike other suppliers, which sell wood grain coatings in thinner-gauge metals, Sheffield Metals provides the standing seam standard 24-gauge for optimal performance and durability, plus a premium, long-lasting PVDF paint system. This ensures that the coating will keep up with the long lifespan of a metal panel system.
As for the steel substrate, Sheffield Metals is using ZAM® – a hot-dip zinc-aluminum-magnesium alloy coating produced by Wheeling-Nippon Steel. ZAM has exceptional corrosion-resistance in severe weather environments – particularly coastal environments, impressive self-healing abilities, and requires little maintenance.
WoodCraft Color Options
- Light Walnut: Rich with walnut tones, perfect for natural designs.
- Warm Gray: One of the most popular colors, warm gray is suitable for a variety of modern designs.
- Golden Oak: A light, mild finish that replicates the color of oak.
- Rosewood: Ideal for decorative accents and trim.
WoodCraft Best Applications
Natural, Rustic, and Modern Designs
The popularity of metal wood grain has grown in tandem with the desire for natural designs containing earthy, rustic elements. Many home and building owners want that natural look with modern roofing materials that offer durability and longevity. Metal that looks like wood – like WoodCraft – fuses these two ideals to give customers exactly what they need.
Soffit, Siding, and Accents
Metal wood grain is commonly used for residential and commercial siding. It can give a building a unique flair that feels welcoming and homey. You’ll also often find metal wood grain accents on commercial buildings, like offices, restaurants, and retail outlets.
Board and Batten
Board and Batten roofing panels replicate the look of classic farmhouse siding, with panels installed vertically and the battens covering fasteners. Metal coatings that mimic the look of wood grain are often paired with Board and Batten panels, pulling together the timeless design of wood siding with ultra-realistic coatings.
Interior or Decorative Use
WoodCraft can also be used in interior designs. With its rich, textured appearance, WoodCraft is more than just another durable coating – it’s an architectural piece that can act as an impressive addition to any home or building.
WoodCraft FAQs
Advantages of WoodCraft
No Warping, Rotting, or Pest Infestations
Real wood is at risk of many issues due to natural weathering, even in milder climates – warping, rotting, and termite infestations can create serious appearance and structural issues.
With WoodCraft, you get all the aesthetic advantages of real wood without its drawbacks. You get the functional benefits of metal – long-lasting performance, durability against even severe weather, and a premium paint system to make the color of the metal last.
Low Maintenance
WoodCraft requires little maintenance after installation. 24-gauge steel, paired with a PVDF paint system, offers impressive resistance to natural weathering. Every so often you may need to clean WoodCraft to help it retain its original appearance, but other than that, maintenance should be minimal.
Weather Resistance
24-gauge steel is the gauge thickness used in hurricane zones like Florida to defend against wind damage. Its thickness enables it to stand up to high winds and intense rain.
Unlike real wood, which is vulnerable to even milder weather, WoodCraft will help protect the interior of your home or building from the outside elements for decades.
Sustainability
Metal is one of the most sustainable roof and wall options on the market. It’s 100% recyclable at the end of its service life and offers 50-plus year longevity.
PVDF coatings also contain unique coatings that reflect the sun’s energy to dissipate heat – known as cool metal roofing coatings – that can help reduce energy bills in hot climates.
Design Flexibility
Natural, rustic designs have become very popular. The problem with these designs is that traditional materials, such as real wood, don’t hold up well in practical applications. WoodCraft allows home and building owners to achieve their designs without having to worry about the structural integrity of their project.
Who Is WoodCraft for?
- Architects: WoodCraft gives architects another tool to use in projects, allowing them to merge beautiful designs with proven durability.
- Homeowners: Buyers are increasingly looking for modern functionality with natural elements, and WoodCraft answers these needs.
- Contractors: WoodCraft is another selling point that can be used by metal roofing contractors. PVDF coatings, 24-gauge metal, performance advantages of metal with the aesthetics of real wood – all great ways to push quality products.
How to Buy WoodCraft
Sheffield Metals is now offering WoodCraft in branches across the U.S. To get a quote, feel free to reach out to your regional branch. We’re also happy to send you color samples for a closer look at WoodCraft.
Looking for More Information on Sheffield Metals WoodCraft?
Sheffield Metals is a leading provider of painted and nonpainted metal coils and sheets and roofing accessories. For more information on metal that looks like wood, check out the links below.
WoodCraft®: 4 Metal Finishes that Look Like Wood Grain – Sheffield Metals
Real Wood vs Metal That Looks Like Wood: What’s Right for Your Project? – Sheffield Metals
Thinking About Using Real Wood Siding? Know These 7 Common Problems – Sheffield Metals
And to learn more about WoodCraft, feel free to contact us today – we’ll get you what you need.
