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How to Order Samples at Bridger SteelPurchasing metal samples is a great way to ensure your finished project will turn out exactly how you imagined. You can order samples in different colors and finishes, and different panel profiles that way you can be sure your final choice is the right choice! To purchase samples online, you’ll want to visit Bridger Steel’s online store.Before OrderingBefore ordering samples, you may want to explore the different options we have available. We have a wid …

Metal Panels Vs. Traditional Building MaterialsI grew up in Northern Idaho on a beautiful lake that has one of the best restaurants to visit because of its impeccable views of the water. You could drive your boat up to their docks in the summer or even enjoy the double-sided fireplace in the winter. One of the things I can remember was the vastness of the building and its domineering ceiling views, alongside its iconic red metal roof. When that summer storm would roll in the thunder and r …

How to Use Metal Siding on a Modern HomeA well-designed modern home looks clean and almost minimalistic in its finished form. This clean simplicity can sometimes hide the hours of intensive thought that went into each line, curve, and surface. Designers have to balance aesthetics, performance, longevity, and often most importantly, the surrounding landscape. New technologies have improved metal siding panel systems, allowing designers more flexibility in their designs, knowing that the perform …

5 Factors to Consider When Selecting Residential Siding: Type of Construction— re-model or new buildInstaller— seasoned or first-time installerLocation— surrounding environmentTheme— modern, rustic, contemporary, and industrialPersonal Value—budget, durability, maintenance Envision yourself standing in front of a paint match section at a local hardware store. In front of you is an endless array of colors ranging from Black of Night to Sundance. As you scan the colors you see a wide range of bra …

What is Charred Wood?Charred Wood is the process of lightly applying open flame to a wood plank to char the surface of the board. The charred exterior helps to weatherproof the siding and act as a deterrent to insects.Shou Sugi Ban is a commonly used variation of the Japanese word Yakisugi. In Japanese Yaki means to heat with fire, and Sugi means Japanese Cedar. Ban translates to a plank, in this case a wood plank. Shou Sugi Ban was first seen used in 18th century Japan as a technique for charr …