Enhancing Shed Designs with Slimclad™ Roofing

At KiwiSpan, we like to provide products that offer exceptional quality, durability, and style for our steel shed builds. That’s why we’re excited to spotlight one of the standout products from our trusted roofing supplier, Roofing Industries – the versatile and cost-effective Slimclad™ cladding profile.

What is Slimclad™?

Slimclad™ is a low-rib, economical metal cladding solution designed for a wide range of applications, including commercial sheds, farm sheds and residential builds (shed homes). Its sleek, modern profile delivers both function and form, making it an ideal choice for sheds, steel garages, workshops and barns where both aesthetics and function matter.

Why We Recommend Slimclad™ for KiwiSpan Sheds

Here’s why Slimclad™ is a popular option among KiwiSpan customers:

Efficient and Seamless Installation

Slimclad™ has a wider sheet coverage and features a close nesting lap edge supported by a unique under-lap support leg. This means faster installation, cleaner joins, and fewer visible fixings which overall save time on site and ensure a sharp, seamless finish.

Design Flexibility

Slimclad™ is available in a range of finishes to suit different aesthetic needs:

• Zincalume® Steel – .40 or .55 mm BMT, AZ150 (150gm/m²) G550 Mpa Yield Stress
• Galvanised Steel – .40 or .55 mm BMT, G550 Mpa Yield
• Prepainted Colorcote ZinaCore® – .40 or .55 mm BMT
• Colorsteel Endura® – .40 or .55 mm BMT
• Prepainted Colorcote® over Galvanised Steel – .40 or .55 mm BMT
• Prepainted Colorsteel® over Galvanised Steel – .40 or .55 mm BMT
• Prepainted Colorcote MagnaFlow™ – .40 or .55 mm BMT
• Prepainted Colorsteel MAXX® – .40 or .55 mm BMT

It can be run in the standard or Reverse-Run orientation. Reverse-Run Slimclad™ provides additional protection against birds and vermin, reduces the chances of leakage at the sidelap. The Reverse-Run SlimClad™ option that has been incorporated into many KiwiSpan sheds and garages to give a more aesthetically pleasing and liveable type project.

Other advantages of the Reverse-Run SlimClad™:

• Immediately forms a cavity
• Extremely economical
• Aesthetic
• Flashing systems that are more in keeping with homes rather than just sheds including no penetration of the flashings (aesthetically pleasing)
• Cut to length and no waste
• Substrates suitable for NZ corrosive environments
• Thermal breaks supplied
• Can be internally lined and insulated

Custom swaging options also allow us to tailor the look to suit your shed’s purpose and location:

• Twin half swage – Delicate and reasonably shallow.
• Twin full swage – Deeper than half swage, for aesthetics purposes.
• No swage

Please note: Roofing Industries no longer have no swage Reverse-Run SlimClad™ as an option.

Built for New Zealand Conditions

With material options in 0.40mm or 0.55mm base metal thickness, Slimclad™ is engineered for performance. When installed with appropriate substrates and weatherproofing, it stands up well to the variable and often challenging conditions across New Zealand.

Complete Accessory Range

From flashings and ridge caps to insulation, underlays, fasteners, and rotary ventilators – Slimclad™ comes with a full range of compatible accessories. This ensures a weather-tight finish and consistent look for your entire shed project.

Benefits for Shed Construction:

• Durability: When paired with appropriate substrate materials and pre-painted finishes, Slimclad™ provides a robust roofing solution for sheds.​
• Ease of Installation: The wide sheet coverage and unique lap design facilitates quick and straightforward installation, reducing labour costs and project timelines.​
• Aesthetic Flexibility: Available in various colours and finishes, Slimclad™ can be tailored to complement different shed designs and personal preferences.​

KiwiSpan Builds using Slimclad™

Check out these awesome KiwiSpan builds using Slimclad™:

Rotorua Single Garage in SlimClad™ Ironsand

South Taranaki Workshop in Zincalume®

Counties Designer Series build with Colorsteel Endura® Cladding

Northland American Barn with Roof, Door and Trim in Zincalume ®

Incorporating Slimclad™ roofing into your steel shed design offers a blend of affordability, durability, and aesthetic versatility. Its thoughtful design and practical features make it a top choice for shed roofing, ensuring your structure stands the test of time while maintaining a pleasing appearance.