Rajputana Hardware is a family owned business another corporate name, Rajputana Fastener & Hardware Supply (Combined Distribution Companies, Inc.), has been in the industrial, fleet, automotive, and construction distribution business for over fifty years.  Our extensive experience in fasteners and hardware supplies has resulted in large Products, with a well stocked inventory of several items, servicing the plant maintenance, fleet (more…)

In the discussion of metal roofing (see Metal Roofing: A Buying Guide), the word "metal" covers a lot of ground. Several metals are used for roofing materials: steel, stainless steel, aluminum, copper and zinc alloys. Each has different properties that affect durability, price, and appearance.

Steel, used for most metal roofing, is heavier and sturdier than aluminum. Manufacturers have settled on a number of durable co (more…)