Some people believe it is not wise to invest in something expensive and semi-permanent, like a roof, based only on trends. But we think there’s a good reason why some materials or style are getting so much attention. So, let’s take a look at some of this year’s roofing trends and see why they’re suddenly all the rage.
Cool Roofing
These are mostly used in hot climates. Cool roofs keep excess heat out of buildings when there is a spike in temperatures from the sun. They are made using materials that can absorb and reflect energy from the sun. The sun emits electromagnetic energy with different wavelengths. These wavelengths can be absorbed or reflected when they interact with surfaces that have the same wavelength or larger wavelengths.
These roofs are made of light colors. Bright roofs will reflect more electromagnetic energy than dark-colored tops. These roofs can expand when they have absorbed more heat. They can also contract when the temperature is average naturally without breaking. These roofs are inevitable for reducing pollutions and the emission of excess heat to the environment. Source: BusinessPartnerMagazine
Light-Colored Roofs
The trickiest part of installing current roofing trends into your home is finding something that works for the long haul. This isn’t like shopping for clothes where you wear them for one season then push them to the back of your closet, this is a long-term investment.
No matter what roofing material you decide on, you’re going to witness a bit of color fading over the years. If you choose a darker color for your shingles, then the change in color will be more dramatic, making your home appear older than it actually is.
That’s why many experts are throwing black and dark gray shingles out of their playbook.
From now on, it’s all about the light colors. It will hold up better against the elements and make your home’s exterior look more comfortable and welcoming. It creates an aesthetic that people want to step inside.
Lighter colors are also a tremendous asset for fending off harmful UV rays. Choose from colors such as beige, tan, hollow grey, shakewood, or a mission brown. Source: Neconnected
Green Roofing
A few decades ago, claiming that you possess a living roof would’ve been serious evidence of your potential madness. However, technology has changed, trends change, and standards change. Today, your living roof reflects on you positively as an eco-friendly citizen. Green or living roofs are easy to distinguish thanks to a layer of vegetation on top of your property. These roofing systems have multiple layers such as engineered soil, protective fabric, waterproof membrane and, finally, green layer of plants. Green roofs have a beneficial influence on the environment by creating a natural habitat and reducing acid rains. At the same time, it saves you energy and money through its insulating properties and provides ultimate protection of your home. Source: ExtremeHowTo
Did you find these trends sensible or just something that we’ll move on from in no time? Let us know what you think! And if you’re looking for what type of roofing will suit your home best, give us a call and we’ll be glad to help out.
Contact:
Kerrisdale Roofing & Drains Ltd.
168 W 71st Ave, Vancouver, BC V5X 4S7
(604) 360-2114
