The Best Roofing Color
Written by Joe ☕ 5 minute read
When it comes to choosing a color for your roof, there are a few things to consider. The first is the overall look you are going for. Are you looking for something that will stand out and make a statement, or are you looking for something more subtle that will complement your home’s existing colors? Other considerations are climate and maintenance as well.
Let’s dive into it.
Aesthetics
The best way to choose a roof shingle color is to pick one that accents your siding color(s).
Here is our list of the best shingle colors that could match the siding of your home.
Beige Siding
The most popular roof color for beige siding is a dark roof. This allows the home to maintain a neutral appearance while still providing some contrast between the roof and siding. This combination creates a classic and timeless look that is perfect for any home.
Blue Siding
The most popular roof color for blue siding is actually light and dark blue hues. You can also safely go with a gray, black, or even a brown roof. This provides a nice contrast to the blue siding and really makes the house pop. If you are looking for a more subtle look, you can also go with a light gray roof.
Brown Siding
The most popular roof color for brown siding is a multi-colored roof with green, brown, and grey hues. You want to be careful not to wash out your home’s exterior by choosing a color that does not accent your brown shades.
Gray Siding
Gray siding is one of the most popular choices today. It pairs very nicely with any dark color, such as dark grays, greens, or even black. Dark roofs will create a look that is both modern and stylish.
Red Siding
The most popular roof color for red siding is one that is dark. Dark roofs will provide a sharp contrast to your red siding, and they can really make your home stand out. If you're looking for a way to add some curb appeal to your home, a dark gray or brown roof is a great option.
White Siding
If your house has white siding, then you have dozens of options. The most popular choices are solid primary colors, such as green, blue, red, or black. These colors provide a contrast that makes the white siding pop.
Natural Wood Siding
The most popular color of roof for natural wood siding is black. Black roofs provide a clean, modern look that will completely transform your home.
Applications
Many shingle brands have online tools and apps that allow you to either choose a home similar to yours from a large collection of images or upload photos of your own home to see what shingles work best, such as Menards Design-It Roofing and Siding visualizer.
Simply upload a picture of your home or choose from the gallery. Then change its appearance to coordinate the right roofing with your siding and other exterior components.
The materials you’ve selected will be saved for easy reference and ordering later.
Climate
Another thing to consider is the climate. If you live in an area with a lot of sun, a lighter color roof will reflect the heat and help keep your home cooler.
On the other hand, if you live in an area with a lot of snow, a darker color roof will absorb the heat and help prevent snow and ice from building up on your roof.
Maintenance
The last thing to consider is maintenance. A darker roof will require less frequent cleaning than a lighter one, so if you’re not up for that kind of upkeep, it might not be the best choice for you.
So what’s the #1 color to choose for your roof?
It really depends on your siding, personal preferences, and what will work best for your home.
Keep in mind that roofs with good resale value tend to be neutral colored, such as tan, cream, brown, black or gray. These colors are classic and tend to stay in style over time.
Good luck finding that perfect color for your home! If you follow this guide you can't go wrong.
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