I get the appeal of stainless, but honestly, I’ve never been convinced it’s worth the extra cost unless you’re right on the water. I used galvanized for my shed and yeah, it started looking rough after a few years, but it was still way cheaper to patch up than if I’d gone all-in on pricier stuff. Maybe depends how close you are to the ocean? Sometimes I wonder if it’s just a matter of picking your battles... nothing seems to last forever out here.
That’s kind of how I feel about it too—sometimes it just comes down to what you’re willing to maintain. I’ve patched up galvanized panels a few times, and yeah, it’s not pretty, but it’s doable. Ever thought about switching things up and trying a green roof or even just adding some plants up there? I’ve seen folks near the coast use sedum mats or low-maintenance grasses to help protect the metal from salt spray. Not sure it’s a fix-all, but it might buy you a few more years before you have to replace stuff. Has anyone else tried something like that, or am I just the odd one out?
