Light Green Color Roof

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Light green color roof.

A green metal roof can be a bit bossy limiting the home s body and trim color options. Dark shingles are better suited to cool climates because the extra heat facilitates melting of snow and ice. Conversely light and white roofs which reflect heat are good choices for warmer regions. In general dark color roofs retain heat and are well suited to cold weather climates.

You ll be living with the roof for a few decades hopefully so spend time reviewing your roofing options and coordinating roof colors with the color of your home. Of course lighter colors reflect the light keeping things cooler while darker colors absorb the light and keep warmth in. You might love the look of a white roof but a darker shade might be more energy efficient if you live in an area that gets seriously cold winters. It s easy being green.

Color choice is personal of course. Dark colors absorb heat and light colors reflect it. Light mint green siding with white trim. And this is key in areas with colder winters like the midwest.

While the best protection against heat loss and gain in your home is sufficient insulation the color of the shingles can affect attic temperatures by 40 degrees. But by observing a few loose rules for achieving a bold or understated design you can achieve a good looking exterior that not only you but also your neighbors will likely appreciate.