Colorbond Colours and Roof Colour Chart
Colorbond Colour Ranges
Classic: the standard Colorbond finish, used on roofing, gutters, fascia and downpipes across Australian homes and sheds.
Matt: a low-sheen finish with a flat, even look, popular on modern and minimalist builds.
Ultra: a premium finish with a smooth surface and a more refined appearance.
Metallic: a range with a subtle metallic fleck that catches the light differently through the day.
Coolmax: a heat-reflective range designed to reduce the amount of heat a roof absorbs.
The Most Popular Colorbond Roof Colours
Woodland Grey –
A green-grey that has been a standard Australian roof colour for decades, at home on brick, render and in bush settings.
- Monument – A deep charcoal grey that reads almost black in shadow, and the go-to colour for modern builds and extensions.
- Surfmist – A soft off-white with a warm undertone, popular on coastal homes and lighter exteriors.
- Basalt –A dark, neutral grey with an even tone, used on roofs and gutters for a clean, grounded look.
- Dune – A warm sandy neutral that suits earthy palettes and blends well with brick and timber.
- Shale Grey – A mid-grey with a soft warm undertone, a safe middle ground when you want contrast without going too dark.
- Windspray – A pale grey with a cool undertone, lighter than Shale Grey and a common pick for roofs and guttering.
- Ironstone – A dark grey with a cool blue undertone, sharper and more architectural than Monument.
How Do You Choose the Right Colorbond Roof Colour?
Climate:
lighter colours reflect more of the sun’s heat and are a common choice in hotter parts of Australia. Darker colours absorb more heat but can hide weathering better in some settings.
Home style:
match the roof to the era of the home. Traditional builds tend to suit the classic greens and greys, while modern homes often carry Monument, Ironstone or a Matt finish.
Resale value:
the safest roofs for resale are the colours most buyers expect to see, usually the mid and neutral greys.
Heat and energy:
if keeping heat out of the roof is the priority, look at lighter colours or the Coolmax range.
Colorbond Colours by Application
The same colour can be carried across the roof, gutters, fascia and downpipes for a single clean line.
Colorbond Roofing
Colorbond Guttering
Colorbond Fascia
Colorbond Downpipes
Matching Your Roof, Gutters and Fascia
The simplest approach is one colour across the roof, gutters and fascia. It gives the house a single, uninterrupted line and takes the guesswork out of the job. If you want contrast, pick a darker roof with lighter gutters and fascia, or the reverse, and keep the contrast deliberate so it reads as a choice rather than a mismatch. For a softer middle ground, run the roof in a darker shade and the guttering and fascia in a lighter shade of the same family. Our guttering and fascia ranges come in the same Colorbond colours as the roof, so you can match or contrast without mixing brands.
Which Roof Profile Suits Your Colorbond Colour?
The colour does not change with the profile, so your choice of roof sheet profile is about the look and the roof pitch, and the colour finishes the job. All three profiles below take the full Colorbond colour range.
How Long Do Colorbond Colours Last?
Colorbond is a coated steel, and the colour finish is designed to hold up well in Australian conditions over a long service life. The exact fade performance and warranty terms are set by BlueScope, not by us, so the figures to quote on your project are the ones in the current Colorbond warranty documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions About Colorbond Colours
What are the most popular Colorbond roof colours?
Monument, Surfmist, Shale Grey, Basalt and Woodland Grey are the colours Australian homeowners order most, and all are available on our Colorbond roofing products.
What is the difference between Colorbond Classic and Colorbond Matt?
Classic is the standard Colorbond finish with the familiar level of sheen. Matt is a low-sheen finish with a flatter, softer look that suits modern builds.
Which Colorbond colour is best for a hot climate?
Lighter colours reflect more heat and are the usual choice in hot climates. If heat reduction is a priority, the Coolmax range is designed for it.
Do Colorbond colours fade over time?
Colorbond is designed to resist fading, and the colour finish is covered by BlueScope’s warranty, subject to its terms. Check the current Colorbond warranty for the specifics that apply to your roof.
Can I see Colorbond colour samples before I order?
Yes. We can arrange Colorbond colour samples so you can check the shade against your home before you order. Call (03) 9394 1400 and we will sort it out.
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