How To Match Siding And Roof Colors

Simply click any combination of the color tabs in the 3 sections below and you ll see the results on the home pictured below.

How to match siding and roof colors.

Use the james hardie home color tool to play around with james hardie color options. For contrasting colors the general rule of thumb for determining your roof and siding colors is dark vs light. Select option below soffit fascia. If your siding is blue go for black brown white or grey roofing.

While the siding is a light warm tan the roof is a darker cooler gray. Select option below color. James hardie s colorplus palette can help you find the right siding color to match a roof in both a warm or cool shade. Black dark gray dark green dark brown or dark blue.

If your siding is tan or beige go for black brown dark blue or dark green roofing. Select option below v12 siding. Select option below trim. For a roof with shingles in a cool color like black or slate gray select a cool color of siding such as blue gray or green.

They also suggest some great color combinations for siding based on your existing roof colors. If you want a red brick siding black or dark blue roofs pair well including a white trim. Yellow or gold house paint is a chameleon that flatters tile red green blue gray brown or black roofs. Browse the warm colors tab to find a selection of siding in vibrant warm hues or explore the cool colors tab to see hues in soothing cool shades.

If your siding is brown go for green blue charcoal or roofing in a different shade of brown. It is also advisable to stick with either cool or warm color types. Select option below siding. If there are structural features brick or stone facades wood trim.

If you go with a darker roof including black dark gray or brown shingles they can pair well with a red clapboard type home. Choosing colors too similar won t give your home the burst of color and curb appeal you want. The roof color can simply be a darker version within the same color range. A gray roof is an invitation to monochrome.

This contrast needs something to help bridge the two colors given the classic design of the architecture. A lighter roof color can brighten your home s look while a darker shade can create a dramatic effect. This is done by using a classic white trim and white shutters that can help keep the siding light while also adding a cool toned touch to tie in the roof. Gray brown or black roofs look good with green siding.

If the siding on your home is in cool colors such as blues and greens choose a similar cool color for a roof match. Harmony when matching siding and roof color you want to make sure that any of the features of your home s exterior blend well with the colors you have chosen. If your siding is white go for black green grey brown blue or red roofing. Roof shingles typically come in shades of black brown grey and red.