ROOF COLOURS: GREY IS THE NEW BLACK

So the verdict is in for the roof colour of the season. Grey is the new black for your home.

Sydney has a mild climate with scorching summers.  I’s useful to consider the many ways to keep it cool.  If your roof leaks extensively and must be replaced consider a colour change.  Choose a light to medium colour like grey. It’s considered to be the optimal choice in absorbing some heat in winter and not excessive amounts in summer.

Benefits of choosing the right roof colour:

  • light colours reflect off the suns heat – keeps your home cool
  • you will be more comfortable in the warmer weather
  • save $$$ off your electric bill and be reducing your carbon footprint at the same time!

Ask any of our staff about the best roofing solutions for your home. Environmentally aware architects highly recommend the choice of light colored roofs, with a study declaring that universal light colored roofing would be the same as removing every car off the road for 11 years- this is something to ponder next time you’re thinking about a new roof or repairing your old one.