How to Choose the Best Paint for your Roof.

The roof is an important part of your house.

To keep it in pristine condition and shield it from the forces of nature, it needs regular maintenance. All types of roofing, including concrete and terracotta tiles, and metal roofs, are exposed to degradation and ageing from exposure to UV radiation, drenching downpours, corrosive pollution, and salt-laden winds.

Roof paint and roof coatings protect all roof types from the expose to natures elements. Choosing the correct roof paint will increase the life of your roof, enhance the value of your property and give your home a new look.

Here is some essential information to help you choose the best paint for your roofing job.

What Type of Roof Surface You Want To Paint?

Different types of roof surfaces require different approaches.

Before painting any type of roof you will need to thoroughly clean the surface.

This is best done by using high pressure cleaning equipment. High pressure cleaning on a roof is very dangerous and should be left to the professionals.

Damaged and cracked tiles will need to be replaced or repaired.

For the best result, any pointing work around the ridges should also be repaired.

Concrete or terracotta tiles will need to be cleaned and should also be sealed before applying high quality roof paint.

Metal roofs will require a primer to seal and shield against rust formation.

These preparation steps are essential to get the expected results for your roof restoration.

Why do I Need to Paint my Roof?

There are three main reasons why you might want to restore and repaint your roof.

• Remove algae and mould growth.
• Protect against rust formation and premature colour fading or dirt buildup.
• Enhance the quality of heat reflection of your roof to stay cool in your home during hot summers and reduce power costs.

Good quality, modern roof paint is developed to get exceptional results from each application.

If you want the best results, it's vital to understand what you want to achieve from your roof painting project.

At Painting Newcastle, we use only premium roof coatings to achieve the best results.

Our projects include:

• Terracotta and concrete tiles.
• Different types of metal roofs.
• Sealing leaky concrete tiles.
• Mould and grime removal.
• Anti-corrosion performance.
• Improve thermal performance.

Our aim is to help you choose the right paint to achieve the best results. If you have any questions, give us a call at Painting Newcastle to get the best advice for your requirements. We are proud to provide a complete roof cleaning and painting solutions to Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock and the Central Coast areas.

What are the Benefits of Roof Painting?

Roof painting provides several benefits, including:

1. Increased lifespan: A new coat of paint can help protect the roof from the elements, such as wind, rain, and sun exposure, which can extend its lifespan.
2. Improved appearance: A fresh coat of paint can make an old, faded roof look new again, improving the overall appearance of the home or building.
3. Increased property value: A well-maintained roof that looks good can increase the value of a property.
4. Energy efficiency: A roof that is in good condition and properly painted can help reduce heat transfer into the building, making it more energy efficient and helping to lower energy bills.
5. Protection against leaks: A roof that is well-maintained and protected by a coat of paint is less likely to develop leaks, which can cause damage to the interior of the building.
6. Easier maintenance: A painted roof is easier to clean and maintain, as dirt and grime can be more easily removed from a smooth, painted surface.
7. Enhanced durability: A roof that is protected by a coat of paint is more durable and resistant to damage from the elements.

How Many Years Does Roof Paint Last?

The lifespan of roof paint depends on several factors including:

• the type of paint
• the quality of the paint
• the type of roof material
• the climate conditions in your area.

On average, a high-quality roof paint can last anywhere from 5 to 15 years, but in some cases, it could last as long as 20 years or more.

However, it is important to note that factors such as intense sunlight, heavy rainfall, and high winds can shorten the lifespan of roof paint. To ensure that your roof paint lasts as long as possible, it is important to choose a high-quality paint, properly prepare the surface of the roof before painting, and reapply paint as needed to maintain the integrity of the roof and protect it from the elements.

Choosing the right product, implementing surface preparation, and coating application contribute to the roof paint performance and change the overall roof painting cost.

In Summary

Now you know how to choose the best roof paint.

You might now be tempted to do your roof painting job yourself.

There is certainly a sense of achievement and a lower cost with DIY jobs.

However, preparing and painting a roof is a dangerous job and should be left to the professionals

Specialist equipment is required and should only be used by experienced tradesmen.

Doing the job yourself will also not provide the assurance of a warranty, as the job was not performed by a professional.