Low-slope and flat roofs with gravel or aggregate surfacing require specific edge treatment to prevent the roofing material from washing away and to ensure proper drainage. Galvanized Steel Gravel Guard – 5″ Style E, available through A1A Wholesale Supply, is engineered precisely for this application. This gravel guard, also known as gravel stop, provides a necessary barrier at the roof perimeter.
This gravel guard features a prominent 5 inch vertical face, which is a key dimension of the Style E profile. The Style E design typically includes this vertical face, a flange that extends onto the roof deck to be secured beneath the roofing membrane, and often a small lip or hem at the top edge of the vertical face. This lip is specifically intended to help retain the gravel or aggregate surfacing on the roof, preventing it from being washed off by rain or blown away by wind. The shape of the Style E profile ensures that water is effectively directed off the roof deck and away from the fascia board, protecting the underlying structure.
Constructed from durable Galvanized Steel, this gravel guard is treated with a protective zinc coating that provides excellent resistance to rust and corrosion, ensuring longevity and performance in exposed conditions. It is commonly manufactured in robust gauges such as 26 GA or 28 GA, providing sufficient strength to withstand the weight and movement of roof aggregate and resist damage from the elements.
Galvanized steel gravel guard is available in its natural Mill Finish, which presents the characteristic silver-gray appearance of galvanized steel, or with a durable Painted finish. Painted options offer enhanced weather protection and are available in a range of standard exterior colors to complement the building’s design, providing a clean and finished look to the roof edge.
Typically supplied in standard 10-foot lengths, this gravel guard allows for efficient installation along the perimeter of most low-slope or flat roofs. It is usually packaged in bundles, often containing 25 pieces, for convenient handling and distribution.
While specific offerings may vary, DOT Metals is a manufacturer of quality metal building products, including galvanized steel flashing components for various roofing applications, such as gravel guard. By choosing Galvanized Steel Gravel Guard – 5″ Style E from A1A Wholesale Supply, roofing contractors specializing in low-slope or flat roofs can utilize a strong, corrosion-resistant, and functionally designed flashing product that is essential for protecting the roof edge, retaining aggregate, and ensuring effective drainage.
- Product Name: Galvanized Steel Gravel Guard – 5″ Style E
- Brand: DOT Metals
- Type: Gravel Guard, Gravel Stop, Eave Flashing, Roofing Flashing, Metal Flashing, Edge Metal
- Dimensions: 5″ Vertical Face (Style E Profile)
- Material: Galvanized Steel
- Gauge: Commonly available in 26 GA or 28 GA.
- Profile: Style E (Designed for gravel retention on low-slope roofs)
- Finish: Mill Finish or Painted
- Length: Typically 10 feet or 12 feet
- Function: Retains gravel or aggregate on low-slope roofs; directs water away from the fascia; protects roof edge.
- Uses: Installed along the perimeter of low-slope or flat roofs with gravel or built-up roofing systems.
- Properties: Durable (Galvanized Steel), Corrosion resistant, Designed for aggregate retention, Effective water diversion, Available in different gauges and finishes/colors, Standard lengths.
- Benefits: Prevents gravel washout, Protects fascia and roof edge, Enhances roof drainage on low slopes, Provides a clean finished edge, Long-lasting performance.