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Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing

The texture of split cedar shingle in 99.9% pure architectural copper — the warmth of cedar architecture rendered in a material that will not rot, split, burn, or require replacement. Backed by the Interlock® Lifetime Transferable Warranty.

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing reproduces the appearance and texture of split cedar shingles in solid Copper Alloy C11000 (ASTM B370) — the cedar silhouette executed in a material whose service life is measured in centuries rather than decades.

Overview

What Is Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing?

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing is the texture and silhouette of split cedar shingle, executed in 99.9% pure electrolytic tough-pitch copper (Copper Alloy C11000) conforming to ASTM B370 — the recognized North American standard for cold-rolled architectural copper sheet. The profile matches Interlock's aluminum Metal Cedar Shingle panel geometry for visual continuity with the Colonial, Craftsman, and traditional New England aesthetic; the substrate is solid copper rather than coated aluminum, with the structural strength to render fine cedar texture without thermal distortion.

Color is intrinsic to the metal — no PVDF coating, granule layer, or applied finish to fail, fade, or be replaced (unlike the cedar shingles this profile emulates, which fail to rot, split, mold, and ember-ignition within 20–40 years). Newly installed Copper Cedar Shingle panels arrive bright salmon-pink and progress through a documented oxidation sequence: russet bronze within weeks (cuprite, Cu₂O), matte chocolate brown across one to three years (tenorite, CuO), and ultimately the iconic verdigris green-blue patina — a stable copper-sulfate/hydroxysulfate stratum of brochantite, antlerite, and posnjakite that becomes the roof's own self-renewing protective mineral barrier. The same metallurgical process has preserved copper-roofed colonial and ecclesiastical architecture across North America and Europe for centuries.

At approximately 100–125 lbs per square (16 oz or 20 oz architectural copper sheet), structural assessment is recommended for retrofit applications. Solid copper carries an inherent Class A fire rating (copper melts at 1,984°F — well above sustained Class A test temperatures) where real cedar shingle is Class C untreated, UL 2218 Class 4 impact resistance where real cedar splits and cracks under impact, and wind-uplift performance evaluated to ASTM E1592 — specified under CSI MasterFormat 07 41 13 and conforming to IBC §1507.4 and IRC §R905.10. Solar-array compatible, 100% recyclable at end of service, and backed by the Interlock® Lifetime Transferable Warranty.

Who It's For

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle for Heritage, Architects, and Specifiers

You love the warmth and rhythm of split cedar shingle architecture — the Colonial, Craftsman, and Cape Cod tradition — but you want a roof that will outlast the home rather than rot, split, mold, or burn within a generation. Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle gives you the appearance of split cedar in a substrate that develops a living patina rather than degrading toward replacement. The cedar look that will be on your home in 2100. Backed by the Interlock® Lifetime Transferable Warranty applied to a material whose documented service life is multi-century.

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle is specified under CSI MasterFormat 07 41 13 (Metal Roof Panels). The substrate is Copper Alloy C11000 cold-rolled to architectural sheet per ASTM B370, supplied in 16 oz (~0.0216") or 20 oz (~0.027") nominal weight. Panel geometry matches Interlock Metal Cedar Shingle profile on the four-way interlocking concealed-fastener system, with stainless steel fasteners specified throughout to prevent galvanic corrosion. Performance: UL 790 Class A fire (inherent / non-combustible per ASTM E136 — a defining advantage over real cedar's Class C untreated rating), UL 2218 Class 4 impact, ASTM E1592 wind-uplift, IBC §1507.4 / IRC §R905.10 conformance. Sustainability: 100% recyclable, no fluoropolymers, contributes to LEED Materials & Resources credits. Full panel profile drawings, fastener schedules, and CSI-formatted submittal language available on request.

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle installs using the four-way interlocking concealed-fastener system common to the Interlock® aluminum and copper lines, with stainless steel fasteners throughout to prevent galvanic corrosion. Copper requires careful detailing for runoff management (copper-laden water will stain unsealed masonry and concrete if drainage is unmanaged) and incompatible-metal contact must be avoided. Certified Interlock installers receive copper-specific training and technical support. Contact your regional Interlock representative to discuss copper dealer opportunities.

KEY ADVANTAGES

The Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Advantage

Multi-Century Service Life

Copper roofing carries the only roofing service record measured in centuries rather than decades — documented across colonial, ecclesiastical, and civic architecture in North America and Europe. The cedar shingle profile you select today will be on the home for generations rather than replaced in 20–40 years.

Class A Inherent Fire Resistance

Copper is inherently non-combustible (ASTM E136; melting point 1,984°F) — the strongest fire performance specification available, and a defining safety advantage over real cedar shingle’s Class C untreated fire rating. The cedar look without the cedar fire risk.

Naturally Evolving Patina Finish

Color is intrinsic to copper — no paint, granule, or organic finish to fail. The roof evolves through documented oxidation chemistry: salmon-pink to russet bronze (weeks), matte chocolate brown CuO (1–3 years), and ultimately verdigris green-blue (brochantite, antlerite, posnjakite). The patina is the material’s self-passivating protective system.

UL 2218 Class 4 Impact / 120 mph Wind

Solid Copper Cedar Shingle carries the highest UL 2218 hail-impact classification (Class 4) and is warranted to 120 mph wind — backed by the inherent strength of solid copper sheet and Interlock’s four-way interlocking concealed-fastener system. Real cedar shingles split, crack, and lift under the same impact and wind exposures.

100% Recyclable Architectural Material

Architectural copper is among the most circular materials in the built environment — 100% recyclable at end of service without performance loss, contributing to LEED Materials & Resources credits and applicable Environmental Product Declarations. No fluoropolymers, no plasticizers, no organic binders.

Lifetime Transferable Warranty

Backed by the Interlock® Lifetime Transferable Warranty — applied to a material whose verifiable service life, documented across centuries of colonial, civic, and heritage residential applications, makes solid copper the most defensible long-term roofing investment.

Technical Data

Product Specifications

Base Material & Alloy Specification	Copper Alloy C11000 (electrolytic tough-pitch copper, 99.9% pure) cold-rolled to architectural sheet per ASTM B370
Panel Gauge & Nominal Weight	16 oz/ft² (~0.0216" / 0.549 mm) or 20 oz/ft² (~0.027" / 0.686 mm) — expressed by weight designation per industry standard
Installed Weight Per Square	~100 lbs per 100 sq ft (16 oz copper) or ~125 lbs per 100 sq ft (20 oz copper) — structural assessment recommended for retrofit applications
Hail Impact Resistance Rating	Class 4 — UL 2218 (highest classification issued)
Fire Resistance Rating	Class A (inherent / non-combustible per ASTM E136; copper melting point 1,984°F)
Wind Speed Resistance — Manufacturer Warranted	120 mph (193 kph) warranted; wind-uplift evaluated to ASTM E1592
Surface Finish System	None applied. Copper develops a natural multi-stage atmospheric patina (cuprite Cu₂O → tenorite CuO → verdigris [brochantite, antlerite, posnjakite]) — the material's self-passivating protective system
Panel Size, Weather Exposure & Coverage Geometry	Matches Interlock® Metal Cedar Shingle panel geometry for design continuity with the aluminum line. Contact your local Interlock dealer for current cedar shingle profile dimensions and exposure details
Material Warranty Program Name	Interlock Lifetime Transferable Warranty (Guardian Lifetime Limited Non-Prorated Material Warranty)
Warranty Duration, Ownership Terms & Transferability	Lifetime for original registered owner; transferable (one-time) — applied to a material with documented multi-century service life
Recycled Content & End-of-Life Recyclability	100% recyclable at end of service. Architectural copper is routinely fabricated with substantial recycled content per Copper Development Association data
Building Code Conformance & Sustainability Credits	Conforms to IBC §1507.4 and IRC §R905.10 (metal roof panels). Contributes to LEED Materials & Resources credits; Environmental Product Declarations available
CSI MasterFormat Division & Section Reference	07 41 13 — Metal Roof Panels

Available Colors

Patina Evolution — The Living Finish

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle is offered as a single architectural specification rather than a color palette — because copper is not a finish applied to a substrate; it *is* the substrate. Every panel is roll-formed from 99.9% pure electrolytic tough-pitch copper (Copper Alloy C11000, ASTM B370). Color is intrinsic to the metal: there is no paint film, PVDF resin, stone granule, or organic binder to chalk, fade, peel, delaminate, or fail by UV exposure. What replaces a fixed color is a documented oxidation sequence — the same self-passivating chemistry that has preserved the cladding of the Statue of Liberty (1886), the U.S. Capitol Dome (1863), Christ Church Philadelphia (1727), and copper-roofed colonial and ecclesiastical architecture across North America and Europe in continuous service for more than three centuries. New Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle arrives bright salmon-pink and progresses through measurable stages: russet bronze within weeks as cuprite (Cu₂O) forms; matte chocolate-brown tenorite (CuO) across one to three years; and ultimately the iconic verdigris green-blue — a stable copper-sulfate/hydroxysulfate stratum of brochantite (Cu₄SO₄(OH)₆), antlerite (Cu₃SO₄(OH)₄), and posnjakite (Cu₄SO₄(OH)₆·H₂O) that becomes the roof’s own mineral protective barrier. Patina is not deterioration — it is the engineered service life of the material expressing itself. Because copper is a single specification, not a palette, Interlock provides physical material samples rather than printed swatch cards. Contact your local Interlock dealer to request a solid-copper sample and the full architectural specification sheet.

Material Comparison

Solid Copper Cedar Shingle vs. Real Cedar Shingles vs. Asphalt Shingles

How does Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle compare to real cedar shingles and the alternatives a homeowner typically considers for Colonial, Craftsman, and traditional residential architecture? The numbers tell a clear story about service life, fire safety, rot resistance, and lifetime financial logic.

	Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle	Real Cedar Shingles	Asphalt Shingles
Lifespan	100-200+ years (documented)	20-40 years (rot, split, mold)	15-25 years
Weight	~100-125 lbs/square (16 oz / 20 oz)	150-200 lbs/square	250-350 lbs/square
Fire Rating	Class A (inherent / non-combustible)	Class C (untreated)	Class A (with mat)
Warranty	Lifetime Transferable	Limited or none	20-30 year limited
Maintenance	Essentially maintenance-free (patina self-passivates)	Regular treatment (rot, moss, splitting)	Periodic inspection, re-nailing

Environmental Performance

Sustainability & Energy Efficiency

Interlock Copper Roofing is the most sustainable premium roofing material available — a 100% natural, 100% recyclable solid copper product with no synthetic coatings, no chemical treatments, and no landfill contribution at end of life. Copper’s multi-century service life produces the lowest embodied carbon per year of use of any roofing material on the market. Interlock Copper is certified as a Green Roofing Product, requires zero maintenance throughout its lifespan, and retains full material recovery value when eventually recycled. For architects, developers, and homeowners committed to genuine long-term environmental performance, Interlock Copper Roofing is the definitive sustainable roofing specification.

Interlock Copper may contribute to LEED v4 credits under Materials & Resources (MR) — Recycled Content, and Energy & Atmosphere — Enhanced Energy Performance. Contact your Interlock dealer for LEED documentation support.

Verified Customer Reviews

What Homeowners Say About Interlock Metal Roofing

This is the 3rd roof I have had put on by Interlock Roofing. I put one on my original house, my cottage, and now my new house. They have always done an excellent job, and the aluminum shingles are a great product — light, sturdy, and good-looking, even years down the road.

Bruce M.Wakefield, MA

We had our roof replaced in 2017 with an aluminum roof by Interlock Metal Roofing. We live on the lake, and prior to the replacement, we were spending thousands of dollars every year as the shingles used to fly away in the wind. We have never had any problems in the last 9 years. We had a great experience with Interlock Metal Roofing. They were very professional and did a beautiful job, although it was difficult as our roof is quite high. Our roof is still beautiful, and we have never had a worry about it.

Beena M.Sudbury, ON

I LOVE MY INTERLOCK ROOF! No more climbing up there to clean it off, no more gritty stuff falling into my garden after a few years. It looks fabulous and does what it's supposed to! And then there are the installers: knowledgeable, attentive to detail, and personable. Ivan is a gem! He attended to the addition of a small bit of flashing efficiently and cleaned the whole roof with a blower in short order. After almost ten years, it's STILL the only roof I would choose!

Sue Lyn T.Corvallis, OR

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions About Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing

What is Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing?

Interlock® Solid Copper Cedar Shingle Roofing is the texture and silhouette of split cedar shingle executed in 99.9% pure electrolytic tough-pitch copper (Copper Alloy C11000) conforming to ASTM B370. Panel geometry matches the aluminum Metal Cedar Shingle profile on the four-way interlocking concealed-fastener system. The substrate is solid copper, not coated aluminum or copper-plated steel. Service life is measured in centuries rather than the 20–40 years of real cedar, and every panel is backed by the Interlock® Lifetime Transferable Warranty.

Does copper cedar shingle really look like real cedar from the ground?

Yes. The panel is roll-formed to reproduce the split-face texture, edge geometry, and shadow lines of split cedar shingle at a scale designed to read authentically from typical viewing distances (street level, neighboring property, drive-up approach). Where the difference becomes visible is on close inspection — cedar has natural grain figure that copper does not, and copper develops its patina rather than weathering to silver-grey. Most homeowners, neighbors, and review boards rate the architectural read as authentic to cedar; the inspection-distance differences become an advantage as copper develops its distinctive patina over time.

How does copper cedar shingle solve the cedar fire-risk problem?

Real cedar shingle is Class C untreated under ASTM E108 fire testing — a defining liability in wildfire-zone counties across California, Colorado, Texas Hill Country, the Carolinas, and increasingly the Pacific Northwest. Solid copper is inherently non-combustible per ASTM E136 (melting point 1,984°F), achieving Class A by virtue of the material itself rather than an underlayment-dependent assembly. Many California wildfire-zone counties no longer permit new untreated cedar installations; solid copper cedar shingle is the architectural-equivalent specification that meets code.

Will my Colonial or Craftsman home look right with copper instead of cedar?

Yes — copper is historically associated with the same architectural lineage as cedar shingle. Colonial-era civic, ecclesiastical, and high-end residential buildings frequently used copper roofing alongside cedar siding, and the verdigris patina is closely associated with traditional New England and Mid-Atlantic architectural vocabulary. Homes that read as Colonial, Craftsman, Cape Cod, Saltbox, or Foursquare style accept copper cedar shingle without aesthetic compromise; the only practical difference is that copper develops the patina (rather than weathering to silver-grey) over decades.

How long does copper cedar shingle last vs. real cedar shingles?

Real cedar shingle lasts 20–40 years before requiring replacement due to rot, splitting, moss/mold colonization, and (in fire-zone climates) ember-ignition vulnerability. Solid copper cedar shingle is documented at 100–200+ years of continuous service. Over a 50-year ownership window, a real cedar roof requires one to two full replacement cycles plus ongoing treatment; a solid copper installation is installed once and never replaced — it develops a patina that is the material’s protective system, not a degradation toward replacement.

Does copper cedar shingle require the same maintenance as real cedar (oiling, treating)?

No. Real cedar shingle requires periodic oiling, fungicide treatment, moss removal, and individual shingle replacement to manage rot and splitting over its service life — a recurring maintenance budget item. Solid copper has no equivalent maintenance requirements: the patina is the material’s protective system, not a coating that requires renewal. Annual debris removal from valleys and gutters is the only routine attention required. Copper cedar shingle is essentially maintenance-free across its multi-century service life.

Will the verdigris patina look right on a Colonial-style home?

Yes — verdigris is historically associated with Colonial-era civic architecture across New England and the Mid-Atlantic, and patinated copper is widely considered architecturally appropriate for Colonial, Federal, Georgian, and Cape Cod styles. Heritage preservation authorities and historic-district review boards routinely approve copper roofing on period-appropriate Colonial homes. For projects requiring a specific patina stage at completion (matched to existing adjacent copper, or specified at design review), Interlock-certified installers can apply professional patina-accelerant solutions.

Can copper cedar shingle be installed over existing cedar shingles?

Generally no — existing cedar shingles deteriorate underneath and create an unstable substrate for the underlayment and fastening system. Best practice is full tear-off and deck assessment before solid copper installation. The light installed weight of copper cedar shingle (~100–125 lbs/sq) means structural reinforcement is rarely required after tear-off, even when transitioning from cedar to copper. Your local Interlock dealer will perform a deck and structural assessment as part of the project specification.

How does cost compare to real cedar over a 50-year window?

Copper cedar shingle is the lower-cost option over a 50-year ownership window once recurring cedar costs are factored in. Real cedar shingle requires periodic chemical treatment (every 3–7 years), individual shingle replacement as splits develop, full re-roofing every 20–40 years, and — in fire-zone retrofits — mandatory replacement with non-combustible material at point of sale in some jurisdictions. Solid copper is installed once. The 50-year total cost of ownership reliably favors copper across published comparisons by the Copper Development Association and independent roofing-industry analyses.

Is copper cedar shingle code-approved in wildfire-zone counties?

Yes. Solid copper is inherently non-combustible per ASTM E136 (melting point 1,984°F), achieving Class A fire classification under ASTM E108 / UL 790. This satisfies wildfire-zone roofing requirements under the International Wildland-Urban Interface Code (IWUIC) and California Chapter 7A, where untreated cedar shingle is increasingly prohibited or restricted. Specify under CSI MasterFormat 07 41 13 and reference the Interlock® copper material specification (C11000, ASTM B370) on submittal documents.