In general dark color roofs retain heat and are well suited to cold weather climates.
Pale grey roof.
Remember that a color can look different on a paint sample than it does on a broad surface such as an exterior house wall.
So be careful on lower level roofs.
For a more edgy look try a brighter yellow with a dark gray roof.
Light color roof on a two story house.
Very noticeable very objectionable.
We had to paint it a neutral cream tan grey.
April 12 2016 at 6 40 pm thank you that s a great point paul.
Conversely light and white roofs which reflect heat are good choices for warmer regions.
Yellow and gray is a classic color pairing that works well on all types of houses.
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Conversely if the roof is light grey dark grey walls can accomplish the same thing.
After it was installed the ambient reflected light tinged the 2nd floor rooms above the roof in a pale green color.
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Lighter roofs do the opposite causing homes to look bigger and.
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.
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.
Dark color roofs recede to minimize a home s visual mass and downplay roof peak height differences.
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A color consultant maria killam agrees and adds this insight about light and dark colors.
For a more traditional look a sunny light yellow pairs beautifully with a light gray roof.