I read somewhere recently that copper roofs actually form a protective layer called patina when exposed to salty sea air, which helps them resist corrosion. Kinda cool, huh? Makes sense why you see copper roofs on old coastal buildings sometimes. But copper's pricey, so I'm wondering if there are other materials that hold up just as well near the ocean. Anyone know more about this or maybe have experience living near the coast?
Yeah, copper's great but definitely hits the wallet hard. A few other solid options I've seen hold up near the coast:
- Aluminum roofing: lightweight, cheaper than copper, and handles salt air pretty well. But it can get noisy during storms...ask me how I know.
- Stainless steel: pricier than aluminum but super durable and corrosion-resistant. A buddy installed it on his beach house—still looks sharp after years.
- Clay or concrete tiles: heavy-duty, won't rust, but make sure your structure can handle the extra weight.
Just my two cents from dealing with storm aftermath.
