Cob: Metal Roofing

[jen walker]

Just wondering what the list thinks about the quality of the collected rain
run-off from an enameled metal roof. What might be some of the downsides be
to watering ones veggies with it if there are any? Are they superior to the
un-enameled variety?
Thanks,
Jenny Walker

Shannon C. Dealy wrote: snip: modern enameled metal roofs are
> about the cheapest type of roof you can put on when labor and life
> expectancy are figured in (50+ years), at least in this area (Oregon).
> They are also environmentally friendlier than most conventional /
> non-natural roofs, since at the end of their life they can be easily
> recycled.
snip: When all things are considered - cost, code, building
> officials, strength and materials required to support roof, ease of
> getting materials and experienced roofers for the particular style, as
> well as environmental aspects - for many if not most people on this list a
> metal roof is likely to actually be the best choice.