Landmark Shingles: Burnt Sienna or Black
Struggling to decide between what is apparently the only two color options available per my roofer, Burnt Sienna or Moire Black. I'd have preferred red to go with the brick trim and give it a Santa Barbara vibe, but I guess we only have these two color options. I don't think either are great with current wall and trim colors, but to me the black has some versatility in terms of painting over the brick trim dark for a clean, modern look (and minimal add'l cost). Conversely, even though it's a warm tone like red, I don't think Burnt Sienna (a) quite matches the red brick trim, nor (b) goes well against a cool-toned bright white. What do you think in terms of aesthetics, and/or curb appeal?
Keep in mind I'd paint the door to match.
Current Old Roof:
Landmark Burnt Sienna:
Landmark Moire Black:
Moire Black with trim painted dark:
Moire Black with a mix of trim painted white and dark:
Comments (17)
PROBeth H. :
5 months agolast modified: 5 months agowhere are you located?
Is there any chance you can go w/the cement tiles? or, if your roof isn't rated for that load, the terra cotta spanish style tiles. It's perfect for that style of home.
It would match your brick
I love everything else about this front porch/door area too.
I'd also sand and refinish your wood fence. sand off the gray if you can, and coat it w/a good stain/varnish. This one is mine
My home isn't as 'spanish' as yours, more mediterranean, but I did the cement tiles in a charcoal gray.
or redo it
If you must stick w/the shingles, go w/the black
Thomas Schmitt
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5 months ago
PROLori A. Sawaya
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PROBeverlyFLADeziner
5 months agolast modified: 5 months agoWhat kind of roofer only has two choices for a roof? That's a big red flag IMO.
A Hexagonal asphalt shingle would have looked appropriate on your Craftsman style home.
Thomas Schmitt
5 months ago
la_la Girl
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Beth H. :
5 months agolast modified: 5 months agosince you're in denver, forget the clay tiles. I don't think they're rated for freezing temps.
you could opt for the cement tiles though. why not get a price on them? just for grins. if you're going to be in that house for a long time, you'll never have to replace them in your lifetime. (what's the life of asphalt? 15-20? do the math and see which works out best)
we have those cement tiles in my neighborhood going on 43 yrs. (I redid mine because I went w/a diff color theme) Check w/Eagle Roofing and Boral roof. they will tell you which materials are avail in your area of the country.
if you go w/the lighter roof, consider painting the fascia black. (and some trim) i did a quick mock up here for you. and a new cedar gate.
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