Tiles or metal sheets are typical cladding materials used on many Australian homes. It can be tricky to know which one to opt for. Consider the following reasons for choosing metal for your roof replacement project.
Durability
Once you cover a house with metal cladding, it will typically last for decades with little maintenance. This roofing is covered in various coatings that help to inhibit rust. The sheets will withstand sunshine, hail, and rain. Additionally, the baked-on paint layer doesn't easily chip or flake, so the roof will look great for ages despite being exposed to outdoor conditions.
Colour Choices
You'll have a massive range of colours to pick from if you opt for metal roofing. It comes in many subdued and subtle shades that blend with the natural environment. For example, choose a blue-grey that echoes the hues found in slate rock, or choose a sandy colour that's reminiscent of the beach. Other possibilities include dusky greens and reds. You'll be able to easily match the roofing to your external walls to create an appealing facade.
Energy Efficiency
Metal roofs can help to make your house energy efficient. You can choose a Colorbond roof covered in pigments that reflect solar heat, helping to keep a house cooler in the summer. You can also control heat transfer by opting for a more reflective pale shade rather than a darker tone.
Additionally, metal is lightweight rather than bulky, and it quickly cools down in the evening. Conversely, cladding like concrete and terracotta tiles absorbs and holds onto heat, which they release at night. You can also pair a Colorbond roof with insulation to create a cosy home in winter.
Recyclability
Aluminium and steel roofs are recyclable. Thus, once they've protected your house for decades, these roofs can be shaped into new metal items. There's no need for your new roof to eventually end up in a landfill.
Recycling is better for the environment than manufacturing metals from scratch, which uses more energy and releases more greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Depending on its condition, metal roofing can sometimes be cut and repurposed into other objects, such as the side of a kitchen island, especially if you're creating an industrial style aesthetic.
Easy to Install
Metal roofs are relatively easy to install. Each sheet covers a wide span of the roofing area, whereas tiles are smaller and more labour-intensive to lay. A straightforward installation process will help keep the cost of a roof replacement to a minimum.
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