The cutting-edge roof protecting a Florida hotel

By DuPont™ Tedlar®.

Luxury meets resilience with COASTALUME™ system.

On the gulf of Florida stands the luxurious J Hotel. To add to the oppulent design, they recently added the highest quality roofing system. This hotel in Dunedin, Florida, is redefining the standards of coastal design. The new project features COASTALUME™, the innovative roofing system that combines the strength of U.S. Steel GALVALUME™ with the corrosion and fade performance of DuPont™ Tedlar® PVF film. The J Hotel is ready to withstand intense coastal weather. 45,000 square feet of roof is covered in COASTALUME™ to increase its longevity.

The hotel owners worked with Fluorogistx and Metal Roofing Systems to determine COASTALUME™ as the best fit for the harsh conditions typical of coastal environments. The selected color, Mist Gray, not only offers a modern and sophisticated look but also merges seamlessly with the natural beauty of Dunedin.

The COASTALUME™ system is a first-of-its-kind product that combines advanced materials to create a maintenance-free, highly sustainable roofing solution ideal for both residential and commercial uses. 

The hotel owners believed COASTALUME™ to be an ideal material for their new construction in Florida, due to COASTALUME™’s:

1. Extreme weather resistance: Designed to withstand hurricane-force winds COASTALUME™ has all the strength and rigidity of made-in-America steel, providing peace of mind in areas prone to storms and severe weather.
2. Corrosion and fade resistance: The Tedlar® finish offers unparalleled resistance to corrosion, chalking and fading, ensuring that the roof maintains its aesthetic appeal over time.
3. Mold, mildew and graffiti resistance: Thanks to its unique properties, COASTALUME™ is resistant to mold, mildew and graffiti, which helps preserve its pristine condition even in a moist environment.
4. Impact and abrasion resistance: The system is designed to resist hail and other impacts, reducing maintenance costs associated with damage, as well as allow for easy, worry-free installation.
5. Industry-leading warranties: This roofing solution offers extensive warranties, including 25 years on the steel substrate and up to 50 years on the finish, making it a secure choice for building in coastal settings. Best yet, there is no freshwater rinse required to maintain the warranty, making it an easy choice this multi-story hotel. 

Partners in progress

The collaboration between Fluorogistx and Metal Roofing Systems has been crucial in executing this. Fluorogistx, a leader in product distribution, ensured that the contractors and building owners had access to the latest and greatest in coastal building materials, meeting their high standards for durability and sustainability. Metal Roofing Systems brings years of expertise in metal construction to this partnership, ensuring their customers like the J Hotel benefits from the latest advancements in roofing technologies.

Conclusion

The new J Hotel enhances the landscape of Dunedin with it’s beautiful new standing seam COASTALUME™ roof, ready addresses the unique challenges posed by the local climate, which has experienced two hurricanes in the months since it’s construction began. With a focus on sustainability, safety and long-term performance, the J Hotel sets a new standard for future developments and use of resilient materials in coastal regions.

Photos show the completed roof of the new J Hotel. The siding was still being put on at the time of this photo, in addition to COASTALUME™ gutters and downspouts.

Original article source: DuPont™ Tedlar®