Hidden Vent Soffit

WOOD LOOK METAL SIDING

MODERN PLANK METAL SIDING & CLADDING

Made in Ontario, Canada. Easy to Clean and Easy to Maintain.  Beautiful and built to last with a 40 Year Limited Paint warranty.

Technical Hidden Vent Metal Soffit

PANEL DIMENSIONS:
7” panel coverage x 10’ (standard length)
7” panel coverage up to 30’ (extra shipping)

SUBSTRATE: 26 & 24 GAUGE Galvalume® Steel with 50 year limited warranty.

FINISH OPTIONS: All colours available in PVDF, SMP Gloss and Textured (TEX) with 40 year limited warranty.

Product also available in Woodgrain Series *WGS

An enhanced state of the art silicone modified polyester
(SMP) paint system makes Perspectra Plus Series™
ideal for commercial and residential metal roofing,
agricultural and industrial metal building components,
pre-engineered metal building systems as well as
rainware products.

PVDF SpecsASTMDescription
Dry Film ThicknessD 1400-940.75-1.85 Mil
Humidity ResistanceD 2247100% relativity @ 95º passes 2000 hours.
Salt SprayB 1175% salt spray @ 95º passes 1000 hours
Chalk ResistanceD 4214Hunter Units Florida exposure @ 45ºS rating not at <8 @ 40 years
Colour RetentionD 4214Hunter Units Florida exposure @ 45ºS rating not at >5r @ 40 years
Warranty40-year limited warranty

Product Description

A hidden vent soffit is a type of architectural feature used in the construction of buildings, particularly in residential and commercial structures. The term “soffit” refers to the underside of an architectural element, such as a roof overhang, balcony, or archway. The primary purpose of a soffit is to provide a finished appearance to the underside of these elements while also serving functional purposes like protecting structural components and providing ventilation.

A hidden vent soffit is designed to incorporate ventilation openings into its structure while maintaining an aesthetically pleasing and unobtrusive appearance. These ventilation openings are essential for allowing air to flow through the attic or roof space, which helps regulate temperature and moisture levels, prevent condensation, and maintain the overall health of the building.

Key characteristics of hidden vent soffits include:

  • Concealed Ventilation: The primary feature of a hidden vent soffit is that the ventilation openings are concealed or hidden from view. This design choice ensures that the soffit appears seamless and blends seamlessly with the rest of the building’s exterior.

  • Aesthetic Appeal: Hidden vent soffits are popular in modern architecture because they maintain a clean and streamlined appearance. They are often used in situations where the appearance of the building’s exterior is a priority, such as upscale residential homes or commercial structures.

  • Ventilation Options: The ventilation openings in hidden vent soffits can take various forms, such as small perforations, narrow slots, or louvered designs. These openings allow air to flow while preventing insects and debris from entering the attic or roof space.

  • Functionality: Despite their concealed design, hidden vent soffits effectively serve their primary function of providing ventilation. Proper attic ventilation is crucial for preventing moisture buildup, which can lead to mold and structural damage, and for regulating indoor temperatures.

Hidden vent soffits are an excellent choice for architects and builders who want to combine functionality and aesthetics in their building designs. By providing ventilation without compromising the building’s appearance, hidden vent soffits contribute to both the comfort and longevity of a structure.

Colour Options

Gloss

Dark Graphite

Dark Brown

Black

Charcoal

Galvalume

White-White

Tex

TEX Black 

TEX Dark Grey

TEX Charcoal

TEX Dark Dark Brown

Wood Grain

Espresso

Gunstock

Frontier

Banboard

Saddle

Ponderosa

Knotty Pine

Light Pine

Ashwood