Conversely light and white roofs which reflect heat are good choices for warmer regions.
Pale grey roof.
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We had to paint it a neutral cream tan grey.
It s an excellent color to use on a roof because it matches most colors at least reasonably well and with neutral colored homes which make up the majority of traditionally decorated houses grey shingles are one of the best choices on the market.
So be careful on lower level roofs.
Be sure to look at all the roofing samples shingle color samples and any other options provided by your contractor in a variety of types of natural light first thing in the morning in the middle of the day at dusk and even at night to see what each one looks like on your actual property.
Dark color roofs recede to minimize a home s visual mass and downplay roof peak height differences.
In general dark color roofs retain heat and are well suited to cold weather climates.
April 12 2016 at 6 40 pm thank you that s a great point paul.
Lighter roofs do the opposite causing homes to look bigger and.
Grey is a neutral color.
Very noticeable very objectionable.
For a more edgy look try a brighter yellow with a dark gray roof.
Yellow and gray is a classic color pairing that works well on all types of houses.
Conversely if the roof is light grey dark grey walls can accomplish the same thing.
For a more traditional look a sunny light yellow pairs beautifully with a light gray roof.
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Light color roof on a two story house.
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Be sure to test the paint look before coating your house with it.
Remember that a color can look different on a paint sample than it does on a broad surface such as an exterior house wall.