Architectural Roofing
Dimensional Metal Roofing
Create depth and character with roofing profiles designed to provide a more architectural appearance than conventional exposed metal panels.
Discover distinctive Canadian-made metal roofing profiles, colours, textures and architectural styles from the RARE Metal Roofing Collection — available through ROOFNOW™ for homeowners throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area.
Not every homeowner wants their metal roof to look like a conventional metal panel.
The RARE Metal Roofing Collection gives Toronto homeowners access to distinctive roofing profiles designed to create architectural character, texture and visual depth.
The collection includes roofing styles that can work with traditional homes, contemporary renovations, cottages, custom residences and properties where the roof is an important part of the overall exterior design.
With different profiles, colours and textures available, homeowners can explore a metal roof that complements their home rather than settling for a one-style-fits-all appearance.
Explore distinctive metal roofing appearances that can transform the roof from a basic building component into a major architectural feature.
Roofing is one of the largest visible surfaces on many homes. The RARE collection gives homeowners more ways to make that surface part of the home’s design.
Roofing profiles designed to give the roof more dimension, texture and visual character.
Explore roofing colours that can complement siding, brick, stone, trim and other exterior finishes.
An architectural metal roofing option for homeowners researching alternatives to conventional roofing.
RARE metal roofing is available to Ontario homeowners through ROOFNOW™.
On many homes, the roof represents a substantial percentage of what you see from the street.
Choosing a roofing profile should therefore involve more than simply selecting a material. Shape, texture, roof pitch, colour, exterior finishes and the overall architectural character of the home all contribute to the final result.
The RARE collection gives Toronto homeowners another option when they want the roof to contribute to the design of the property.
Toronto has an enormous variety of residential architecture. Homes built in different periods can have dramatically different roof lines, exterior materials and design priorities.
That variety makes roofing appearance especially important. A roofing profile that works beautifully on one home may not be the best visual match for another.
RARE gives homeowners the opportunity to consider profile, texture and colour as part of the complete exterior design.
Browse real-world RARE roofing imagery and compare different architectural applications before choosing the direction for your Toronto project.
ROOFNOW™ provides access to RARE metal roofing for homeowners throughout Toronto and surrounding communities.
Every property is different. The roofing system should be considered in relation to the home, roof design and overall exterior appearance.
Start with the existing roof, roof configuration, architecture and project requirements.
Review profiles, colours, textures and project imagery from the RARE collection.
Determine roofing details and the requirements of the individual Toronto property.
Complete the roofing project using the selected system and project specifications.
Homeowners searching for metal roofing in Toronto have more options than conventional ribbed panels. The RARE Metal Roofing Collection provides architectural metal roofing options for homeowners who place significant importance on the appearance of the finished roof.
The profile, texture and colour of a roof can dramatically change the appearance of a house, especially on properties with large or highly visible roof surfaces.
A roof replacement provides an opportunity to reconsider not only the roofing material but also the architectural style of the roof.
Rather than automatically replacing the existing roof with a visually similar material, homeowners can compare different metal roofing profiles and determine what best complements the home.
Architectural metal roofing can be particularly attractive on properties where the roof forms a large portion of the exterior appearance.
Roof pitch, gables, dormers, valleys and other architectural features can all influence how a roofing profile appears once installed.
Colour selection should be considered alongside the home’s brick, stone, siding, windows, doors, soffit, fascia and exterior trim.
Texture can also influence how the roofing surface responds visually to sunlight, shade and the changing angle from which the home is viewed.
If you are planning a roof replacement, renovation or custom residential project in Toronto, ROOFNOW™ can help you explore the RARE Metal Roofing Collection and determine which options fit the design direction of your property.
Browse images showcasing the distinctive profiles, colours, textures and architectural styles available throughout the RARE Metal Roofing Collection.
Discover distinctive Canadian-made metal roofing and see how the RARE collection could transform your Toronto home.
Request a RARE Roofing QuoteLearn more about the available roofing profiles, colours, Canadian manufacturing, professional installation and how to request your free metal roofing estimate.
These metal roofing products are not available for material-only purchase. ROOFNOW™ supplies and professionally installs the complete metal roofing system.
The RARE Metal Roofing Collection features premium Canadian-made metal roofing profiles designed to provide the appearance of traditional roofing materials with the strength, durability and long-term performance of a professionally installed metal roofing system.
The collection includes European Tile, Ironstone Slate, Ironwood Shake and Heavy Shake. Each profile provides its own distinctive architectural appearance.
No. ROOFNOW™ does not offer these roofing products as material-only purchases. They are available as part of a complete supply-and-install roofing project professionally installed by ROOFNOW™.
A complete metal roofing system involves much more than the visible roofing panels. Proper installation includes underlayment, fastening, flashing, valleys, hips, ridges, ventilation, roof penetrations, trims and other important roofing details.
Yes. The roofing products in this collection are manufactured in Canada by RARE Manufacturing, established in 1993.
Available colours include Coffee Brown, Forest Green, Dark Brown, Charcoal Grey, Terra Cotta, Aged Copper and Carbon Black. Availability may vary depending on profile and project requirements.
ROOFNOW™ provides professional metal roofing installation services across Ontario. Submit the estimate form below with your property location and project information.
Complete the estimate request form below. Provide your contact information, property address, preferred roofing profile, colour and project information. Your request is free and there is no obligation.
Tell us about your property and the RARE roofing system you’re interested in. A ROOFNOW™ representative can then contact you about your project.
Premium metal roofing styles designed to deliver long-lasting performance, distinctive curb appeal, and permanent protection.
Complete technical reference for two lightweight metal roofing profiles manufactured by RARE Manufacturing Inc. View panel dimensions, installed coverage, weights, packaging quantities, ridge caps, drip flashing, gable flashing, wall flashing and valley specifications.
Ironstone Slate provides the appearance and proportions of a slate-style roof while Ironwood Shake provides a larger-format shake profile. Both systems use purpose-designed metal flashing and accessory components.
Lightweight metal slate roofing panel system.
Larger-format lightweight metal shake roofing system.
Panel, packaging and accessory specifications from the RARE Manufacturing Ironstone Slate specification sheet.
| Overall Length | 52" |
|---|---|
| Length of Coverage | 50" |
| Width of Coverage | 8.3" |
| Total Panel Coverage | 2.88 sq. ft. |
| Panel Weight | 2.84 lbs |
| Panels per Box | 20 pcs |
| Panels per Roofing Square | 35 pcs |
| Pallet Quantity | 40 boxes / 800 panels |
| Squares per Pallet | 23 squares |
| Pallet Weight | 2,272 lbs |
| Overall Length | 9.875" |
|---|---|
| Length of Coverage | 8.625" |
| Weight | 0.65 lbs |
| Slate Caps per Box | 60 pcs |
| Boxes per Pallet | 12 boxes |
| Slate Caps per Pallet | 720 pcs |
| Pallet Weight | 468 lbs |
Full roofing panel, cap, packaging and flashing data for the RARE Manufacturing Ironwood Shake roofing system.
| Overall Length | 51" |
|---|---|
| Length of Coverage | 48" |
| Width of Coverage | 12" |
| Total Shake Coverage | 4 sq. ft. |
| Shake Weight | 4.01 lbs |
| Shakes per Box | 20 pcs |
| Box Size | 52" × 16" × 6" |
| Shakes per Roofing Square | 25 pcs |
| Shakes per Pallet | 480 pcs |
| Boxes per Pallet | 24 boxes |
| Roof Coverage per Pallet | 19.2 squares |
| Full Pallet Dimensions | 48" × 45" × 57" |
| Full Pallet Weight | 1,975 lbs |
| Overall Length | 14" |
|---|---|
| Length of Coverage | 12" |
| Weight | 0.55 lbs |
| Shake Caps per Box | 50 pcs |
| Box Size | 18" × 14.5" × 21" |
| Boxes per Pallet | 12 boxes |
| Shake Caps per Pallet | 600 pcs |
Quick technical comparison of the two RARE lightweight metal roofing profiles.
| Specification | Ironstone Slate | Ironwood Shake |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Length | 52" | 51" |
| Coverage Length | 50" | 48" |
| Coverage Width | 8.3" | 12" |
| Coverage per Panel | 2.88 sq. ft. | 4 sq. ft. |
| Panel Weight | 2.84 lbs | 4.01 lbs |
| Panels per Square | 35 | 25 |
| Panels per Box | 20 | 20 |
| Panels per Pallet | 800 | 480 |
| Roofing Squares per Pallet | 23 | 19.2 |
| Pallet Weight | 2,272 lbs | 1,975 lbs |
Overall panel dimensions and installed coverage dimensions are not necessarily the same. Roofing estimating should be based on the manufacturer's stated coverage dimensions and required installation details rather than simply multiplying the outside dimensions of individual panels.
Approximately one roofing square of manufacturer-rated coverage.
Each Ironstone Slate panel provides approximately 2.88 sq. ft. of stated coverage. RARE specifies approximately 35 panels per roofing square.
Approximately one roofing square of manufacturer-rated coverage.
Each Ironwood Shake provides 4 sq. ft. of stated coverage. RARE specifies 25 shakes per roofing square.
Speak with ROOFNOW™ about Ironstone Slate, Ironwood Shake, roofing system options, project requirements and installation throughout Ontario.
1-833-901-1649 Visit ROOFNOW™Distinctive Canadian-made metal roofing profiles combining architectural character, dimensional appearance and the strength of steel.
“The profile has a substantial, high-end appearance. It looks much more like a traditional roofing material than we expected from steel.”
“You can immediately see the difference. The panels have a solid appearance that makes the entire roof look strong and permanent.”
“We wanted something that didn't have the flat, artificial appearance of some metal roofs. The depth and shape of this profile really stand out.”
“The finished roof completely changed the appearance of the house. It has the character we wanted together with the confidence of a steel roofing system.”
“The roof looks extremely well built. The profile gives it a heavier and more substantial appearance than conventional shingles.”
“We really liked how the steel is formed to create texture and dimension. From the street it gives the home a completely different look.”
“It has the appearance of a premium architectural roof, but underneath that look is the strength of steel. That combination really impressed us.”
“The roof feels like it belongs on the house. The profile doesn't look thin or industrial — it has a strong residential architectural appearance.”
“The formed profile gives the roof much more character than a typical flat metal panel. It looks strong, detailed and very well finished.”
“What stood out most was how substantial the roof looks. You get the architectural appearance we wanted without giving up the durability associated with steel.”
“The roof has incredible visual depth. You can see the shadow lines in the profile and it makes the entire roof look much more expensive.”
“We were looking for a metal roof that still looked appropriate on a traditional home. The profile gives us exactly that combination.”
“The steel looks incredibly solid once installed. It gives you the impression that this roof was built to handle serious weather.”
“The appearance surprised us the most. From the road it doesn't have that basic sheet-metal look. It has real shape and architectural detail.”
“The roof immediately made the house look newer and more substantial. The strong profile lines really improve the curb appeal.”
“We wanted the durability of metal but didn't want our home to look industrial. This profile gives us the best of both worlds.”
“The shape of the panels creates a much stronger appearance than ordinary shingles. The roof looks heavy-duty without looking oversized.”
“It has a really clean finished appearance. The lines are sharp, the profile is dimensional, and the whole house looks more refined.”
“You can tell immediately that it isn't a lightweight looking roof. The profile gives the house a permanent, solid appearance.”
“The combination of the profile shape and steel construction was exactly what we wanted — something attractive, substantial and built for long-term performance.”
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We review the roof size, shape, condition, ventilation and project requirements.
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