Snowstorm – A Short Film About Metal Roofing
What started as a simple re-roof, turns into a pending disaster when a snowstorm threatens to unleash its forces on the compromised roof. Can the contractor get his supplies in time to avoid catastrophe? Get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner-workings of AB Martin as they strive to supply Zimtech Exteriors with a real metal […]
How Metal Roofing is Made
We take metal roofing seriously. Get an inside look at the production of metal roofing. Watch as the metal is transformed from a metal coil into a stunning workshop roof. Step 1: Pre-Painted Coils We purchase the 5-ton steel coils that meet our quality specifications directly from the steel plant. We ship them, first, to […]
Maryland Pole Barn with Copper Cupola
Back in the woods of Port-deposit, Maryland, the homeowners are enjoying this new pole barn garage with Colonial Red ABM Panel sides and a Black ABM Panel roof. The special-order, carriage-style garage doors really set it off. And it is easy to miss the copper roof on the 36″ ABMartin Cupola. To keep the snow […]
8 ft. Cupola on Maryland Bank Barn
8 ft square by 13 ft high. That’s the size of the cupola on this Maryland bank barn. Our standard cupola sizes are 16″, 24″, 36″, and 48″ (the two cupolas on either side are 48″). For this jumbo cupola, we partnered with our friends at Frysville Metalcraft. The funny thing is, the jumbo […]
Building Showcase: Mountaintop Cabin with Amazing View and Black Metal Roof
This modern-looking cabin sits atop one of Pennsylvania’s blue mountains at around 2100 ft. elevation. The modern look was achieved with the sloped shed-style roof and galvanized continuous corrugated metal panels. These panels are stocked in 8′, 10′, and 12′ lengths with 2 ft. wide coverage in both the 1-1/4″ and 2-1/2″ profiles. The […]
3 Reasons to Build with AB Martin in 2022
At AB Martin, we’re about serving builders with quality post frame building materials, metal roofing & siding, and complete custom pole barn kits. Basically, everything you need from lumber to posts, trusses, horse stall components, doors & windows, metal roofing, insulation, and snow guards. But… Why Build with AB Martin in 2022? There are three […]
The Advantages and Disadvantages of Steel Roof Panels
Steel Roof Panels have advantages and disadvantages. Let’s look at a few of them. Advantages of Steel Roof Panels 1. Longevity Perhaps the main advantage of steel roof panels have over other roofing materials is longevity. Asphalt shingles are very popular, but just in North America mostly. In Europe and other parts of the world […]
