Dutch Lap Panels

Dutch Lap metal siding consists of wide planks that are joined together by thin strips to cover the seams. It is a horizontal plank style that has a slightly concave face with a notch at the bottom of each course. This notch creates a shadow over the course below, giving the siding its distinctive appearance. 

Dutch Lap creates stronger and more energy-efficient siding. It is also referred to as horizontal lap siding and is a popular type of siding. Wherein we eliminate those unsightly splices and joints, and give you a smooth, clean-looking exterior. Maintenance-free seamless siding saves money as well as time.

Why choose Dutch Lap by The Metal Shop?

The Metal Shop Dutch Lap eliminates the need for priming, caulking, painting, staining, sealing, or patching. With little to no maintenance, your siding will look freshly painted for years to come.

Our Dutch Lap siding comes with fully rolled nail hems. It’s a unique nail that holds the siding on your wall and ensures resistance to extreme winds. Fully rolled nail hems are widely considered to be the best nails for siding.

Steel siding provides a natural, elegant style to your home. The Metal Shop has unlimited color options to give you the ultimate combination of style and quality. From top to bottom, our premium color options ensure high-quality accents to enhance the beauty and style of your home. We stand behind our quality to ensure our customers are completely satisfied with their purchases. 

The Metal Shop offers the appearance of hand-notched cedar with the longevity and watertight design of a steel siding system.

Key Benefits of Using Dutch Lap Panels

Dutch Lap Panels offer several advantages that make them popular among homeowners, contractors, and architects. Here are a few examples:

Longevity – You’ll have peace of mind knowing your new seamless exterior will retain its beautiful, maintenance-free appearance year after year. You can have confidence knowing that a limited lifetime warranty protects your home against manufactured defects.

Low Maintenance – Consistent look with a 35-year fade warranty. You can eliminate most of your annual exterior work with a simple rinse with a garden hose.

Energy Efficiency – Metal roof is considered a cool roof by the US Environmental Protection Agency. This is because metal roofing can be painted any color, including colors on the lighter end of the spectrum which will prevent solar heat gain. Composition shingles are difficult to paint. It is also easy to insulate to save energy in winter and they have reflective qualities to save energy in summer.

Environmentally Friendly – Metal panels are made from 20 – 75% recyclable materials and may not need to be replaced for 40 to 60 years. While on the other hand, it is estimated that more than 20 billion pounds of asphalt shingles are dumped in landfills each year.