There's something about a wood roof that makes a home stand out from others in the neighborhood. Custom wood shingles exhibit a timeless beauty that makes them a popular choice among homeowners and architects.
While many choose wood roofs for their remarkable aesthetic appeal, they offer a host of additional benefits. Most wood materials are amazingly durable — a well-maintained roof could last 50 years or more. They're also energy-efficient, as wood provides natural insulation to keep heated or cooled air inside the home.
Wood roofs come in a variety of types, each of which displays a unique and alluring color. One of the more unique characteristics of wood shingles is that the color tends to change as the roof ages, providing a slow, yet unmistakable transformation of the home's appearance over the years.
What's the Best Color for My Wood Roof?
Size is one factor to consider when choosing a roof color for your home. If you own a large or tall house, a darker roof will make it appear more "grounded." A smaller home can look slightly larger with wood shingles in a light or medium shade.
The architectural style should also play a role in your shingle color selection process. Examples of the best matches for specific styles include:
Colonial. Green or dark gray
Farmhouse. Green or natural colors
Craftsman. Brown or other neutral colors
Victorian. Gray or green
Ranch or split-level. Any color that contrasts with the home's siding
Wood roofs offer several of these color options, making them compatible with homes of various sizes and styles.
Types of Wood Roof Colors and How They Change Over Time
The type of wood determines the initial color and how it will transform over many years. Custom Shingles offers the following cedar and hardwood roofing products:
Western Red Cedar: This wood color can range from yellow-gold to a deep reddish brown, which will eventually fade to brown or gray. The roof's life expectancy is 30-50 years.
Alaskan Yellow Cedar: This cedar variation starts as pale yellow and transforms into a silver or gray color. Your roof should last from 30-50 years.
Eastern White Cedar: As with Alaskan Yellow Cedar, this material comes in pale yellow, although a brownish hue is also available. It will fade to a grayish color over time. Like other cedar products, a white cedar roof should last approximately 30-50 years.
Wallaba: This dense tropical hardwood features a deep red color that will fade to silver. Wallaba is also extremely durable — its resistance to termite infestations and other damage can result in a lifespan of 35-60 years.
Teak: Another durable tropical hardwood, Teak comes in muted gold, copper and tan with highlights. Regardless of the initial color, it will fade to a silvery gray. A Teak roof can last anywhere from 50-80 years or even longer.
Contact Us for More Information About Wood Roof Colors
At Custom Shingles, we've been manufacturing beautiful artisan wood roofs since 1982. Trust our experience and expertise to recommend the perfect wood roof color for your home. Contact us to learn more today.