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How to Choose the Right Colour for Your Colorbond Roof

Colorbond offers 22 colours in their roofing range, so there will always be something to suit, no matter what style of house you build or where it is located. That said, there are many other elements to consider when choosing your external colour scheme.

• The other homes in your street – you may want to have a roof that is similar, that blends in with other homes. Or you may like one that stands out.
• The natural environment – water, trees and other vegetation, mountains, beach, cliffs can all be reflected in your roof colour.
• The streetscape – elements other than homes such as public buildings, facades and features such as bridges may have a bearing on the colour you choose for your roof.
• The mix of elements surrounding your home such as trees, shedding, walls, topiary and other garden features, driveway and paths, alfresco dining areas, pool and surrounds; all need to form a pleasing palette of colours so that your home looks amazing.

Why Colorbond Lasts So Well

Colorbond roofing is a popular material today for those who want a roof that is durable and strong. It has been made to suit Australian conditions which, as we all know, can be extremely hot or extremely cold – sometimes on the same day. It is this constant temperature variation that can cause a roof to degrade, as it expands and contracts so often. Compared to some other countries where the temperature stays very cold or quite warm for months at a time, Australian temperatures go up and down very often.

That is why when a product is made for our conditions you know that it is going to remain strong and durable for at least as long as the warranty, but most likely a lot longer as well. But how exactly has Colorbond roofing been made so that it is strong enough to withstand such temperature variations without degrading?