Field glossaryStanding seamA concealed-fastener panel with a raised, interlocking seam above the water line; the panel floats on clipsUsed across 2 Anvilfield field guides, most in Roofing. Where this shows upRoofingMetal roof types comparedRoofingStanding seam metal roof Related termsGalvalumeSnap-lock vs mechanical seamExposed / through-fastener panel Compare your optionsAsphalt shingle vs Standing-seam metalStanding-seam metal vs Exposed-fastener metal Back to the full field glossary