Inverted Seam™

The best roof that money can buy

The Inverted Seam™ system is a modern cladding system for both roof and wall systems that creates a finished surface with an smooth appearance across its entire surface. An Inverted Seam™ roof does not merely shed water, it controls water. Up to 70% of precipitation from the surface of the roof is channeled through the Inverted Seam™ system. This water can then be channeled through a system for recycling.

No upturned standing seams, batten caps or ribs

Only a thin line separating the two panels can be seen, a seam where the two panels fold down into a hairline joint. This joint, however, can be enlarged to create a visual reveal between the two down turn folds without jeopardizing the performance of the system. Batten, fins, and other decorative features can be incorporated into the seam to achieve various design requirements. For roof surfaces, the Inverted Seam™ system has been successfully used on roofs with extremely slight pitches.

How it works

The Inverted Seam™ uses the principle of a rainscreen pressure-equalized surface.  Moisture striking the surface is contained on the surface or confined within a concealed guttering system beneath the surface which runs the course of the entire roof. At all times moisture is controlled within the system. A rigid insulating material, is placed benearth the thin metal panel to provide stiffness. The insulation is not typically adhered to the metal, but placed between the concealed gutters located behind the seams.

De Young Museum, Inverted Seam™ in action during heavy rain.

DFW Airport, Cad detail.