Light Green Color Roof

May 3 2016 explore angie miller s board house colors for green roof on pinterest.

Light green color roof.

Light mint green siding with white trim. It can be harder to design an exterior color scheme using pastels because the majority of homes these day use grays browns and neutral earthy colors. It s easy being green. Conversely light and white roofs which reflect heat are good choices for warmer regions.

And this is key in areas with colder winters like the midwest. Color choice is personal of course. In general dark color roofs retain heat and are well suited to cold weather climates. Dark shingles are better suited to cool climates because the extra heat facilitates melting of snow and ice.

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. 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. Of course lighter colors reflect the light keeping things cooler while darker colors absorb the light and keep warmth in. 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.

Dark colors absorb heat and light colors reflect it. A green metal roof can be a bit bossy limiting the home s body and trim color options.