A key decision that needs to be made before any new roof restoration project begins is what colour you want your new roof to be. This is not a decision that should be taken lightly.
Whatever colour you choose, you are going to want to be happy to stick with it for well over a decade before your roof requires any further work. Picking the right colour for a roof can enhance your building’s curb appeal and create a sense of uniformity for all of the building’s exterior elements. Here are some key considerations to make when deciding on a colour for your next roof restoration project.
1. Consider the style of the home or building
Homes and buildings come in many different styles and it is important to consider yours in choosing a colour for your roof restoration project. Modern colours might not suit older homes or buildings, while a terracotta red roof is not going to suit a more modern home or building. Choose a roof colour that nicely complements the existing style and colour of your home or building – including the colours of things like gutters and even garage doors.
If the rest of the home or building’s exterior is a lighter colour, a darker roof might be best.
If the rest of the home or building’s exterior is a darker colour, a lighter roof might be best.
2. Consider the location of the home or building
Take a look around the local area and see what colour the roofs of other nearby homes and buildings have. You don’t need to exactly copy your next door neighbour, but you might not want to make a choice which is in a completely different area of the colour spectrum, either.
The location of your home or building also plays a big part in your colour choice. For example, houses by the beach will often have different colour roofs to houses in leafy suburbs.
3. Carefully check your shortlist colours
The paint colour you see in a brochure or on a website online can look quite different to what it will look like when it is applied to your roof. If you use a local roof restoration company, they might be able to show you other examples of work they have done so you can see the colours in action with your own eyes. You might also be able to get hold of samples showing what the colour looks like once it is painted on roofing products.
4. Consider the finish of your roof restoration
Not all types of paint and colours are equal when it comes to applying them to your roof.
Some paints are designed to better withstand and reflect the harsh Australian sun, which means they are less likely to fade and can also help keep your home or building cooler in the hot summer months. Talk to your roof restoration company about the best choice of paint for your roof.
Sydney Roof Restorations
At Stywill Texture Coating, we are experts in roof restorations in Sydney and surrounds.
We offer competitive pricing and quality service and our roof restorations will not only extend the life of your roof but also improve the appearance of your home or building.
For an obligation free quote, contact us today by calling (02) 9674 9700
