Choosing the right panel for your metal roofing project ensures you get the most out of your design. The right panel will provide premium durability and impressive aesthetics that match your customer’s needs. The challenge can be finding the right panel and knowing which one will provide you with the characteristics and requirements you’re looking for.
Sheffield Metals International (SMI) aims to give customers the information they need to succeed in their metal roofing projects. Aside from providing high-quality metal materials such as metal coils and sheets, we publish videos, articles, and downloads every month for contractors, architects, and homeowners.
In this article, we’ll cover the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel, diving into various specifics such as:
- Features (Specs and engineering, warranties)
- Advantages
- 1.0” vs. 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel
- Best Uses
- How to Install
SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel Overview
SMI’s flush wall panels are becoming increasingly popular with customers due to their versatility and impressive aesthetics. The SMI 1.5” Flush Wall & Soffit Panel can be installed in various ways to create your desired look, and it offers a sleek, unique design with premium durability and longevity.
SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel Features: Specs, Engineering, Warranties
SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel Specs and Engineering
The SMI FWP 1.5” Flush Wall & Soffit Panel can be formed from 22 or 24-gauge steel. It uses 5” of material from a 17” coil to create a panel 12” wide without a reveal.
This panel has a 1.5” seam height and includes options to form the panel with a reveal up to 3” wide in ½” increments. It can be installed vertically, horizontally, flush, with reveal, as under decking, closed soffit, or perforated soffit.
SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel Warranties
The SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel also includes Sheffield’s standard 40-year PVDF paint warranty and Galvalume warranty. You can find more information on the Sheffield Metals warranties page.
SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel Advantages
Variety of Uses
As mentioned earlier, the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel can be installed horizontally or vertically, along with other options, including flush or with reveal. Customers have used this panel for door frames, window cladding, and more.
This variety allows customers to use this panel for their specific, unique design, making it a flexible option that fits many situations.
Minimalist Look
The look of the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel is simple. With little frills and a crisp, smooth appearance, it will work excellently for those seeking a modern, minimalist appearance. Sheffield Metals also supplies a full line of colors to suit your needs, from dark, bold shades like Burnished Slate to lighter options such as Solar White.
You can also choose from the brand new CoreLine™ Textured, Low-Gloss (TLG) PVDF colors, which feature Black, Charcoal Gray, Dark Bronze, Medium Bronze, and Moonstone™.
22 and 24-Gauge Options
Since the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel comes available in 22 and 24-gauge steel, it is highly durable and can hold up well in harsh weather conditions. Thicker metals such as 22-gauge are also more rigid, and in turn, more likely to resist the effects of oil canning.
This panel is an excellent choice for those looking to emphasize strength, longevity, and lasting aesthetics in their designs.
1.0” vs. 1.5” SMI FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel
Sheffield Metals also offers the SMI 1.0” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel, which has obvious similarities to the panel we’re covering in this article. However, the 1.0” panel and the 1.5” panel do have key differences, so it’s important to understand these before you decide on which one to purchase.
Between the panels themselves, the only difference is an extra ½” rib height. When this panel is installed as a flush panel on a wall, you won’t be able to tell the difference between the 1.0” or 1.5” panel.
When it comes to engineering, there’s a more significant difference — only the SMI 1.0” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel is supported by Sheffield Metals engineering.
If you’re unsure which panel to purchase for your rollforming machine, Sheffield Metals typically suggests the 1.0” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel because of the available testing and use on projects requiring a weathertight warranty.
Best Uses for the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel
The SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel is popular for contemporary commercial buildings or residential projects. You can combine this panel with other materials, such as stone or brick, to impact the design and attain your desired aesthetic.
How to Install the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel
To install the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel, utilize a #12-16” X 1” self-drilling pancake head fastener to attach to the hat channel.
The next panel’s hem engages and is fastened down.
How Do You Learn More About the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel?
When it comes to choosing the right panel for your metal roofing project, it’s essential to review your options and figure out which choice would be best for you. Finding the correct information can help guide you to the right decision. In this article, we’ve covered the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall & Soffit Panel in-depth, reviewing its advantages, best uses, and how it differs from its 1.0” counterpart.
To learn more about the SMI 1.5” FWP Flush Wall and Soffit Panel or other panel profiles, visit our panel profile page today or contact our expert team to get all your questions answered.
