One of the biggest questions that every homeowner has to ask themselves is how long will the color of the roofing last on their home. Many homeowners ask if it will last 10 years, 20 years, or even more.
While the amount of time your roofing’s color lasts depends on several factors, such as the quality of the roofing material, care of the roofing, and even the phase of the moon, there is one question that you must ask yourself. That is the question of how long will the color last on my roof.
Fading of Metal Roofs
If you have a metal roof or are thinking about having one, you should be aware that it will fade and chalk over the course of time. However, this is only one consideration to keep in mind when selecting whether or not to install a metal roofing system.
Paint pigments on a metal roof will deteriorate over time as a result of exposure to environmental elements such as sunlight, rain, snow, and pollution, among others.
It is a prevalent belief that metal roof fading causes structural harm to the roof, which is not the case.
Metal roof fading is a natural process, just as any paint color will fade over time as a result of exposure to harsh environmental conditions.
However, although fading in and of itself is not harmful to a roof, if left unattended, it can significantly reduce the lifespan of your roof.
Paint protects the real metal, and when the paint begins to wear away, the metal roof itself begins to deteriorate more quickly. This is one of the reasons why it is important to use high-quality paint on your metal roof in order to prevent rusting.
What is Chalking a Metal Roof?
The deposition of a whitish residue on painted or coated metal is referred to as metal roof chalking.
Unfortunately, this yellowish residue is not pure chalk; if it were, you’d see a lot more roof repair businesses dabbling in sidewalk chalk production. Chalking of metal roofs occurs in a similar manner to fading of metal roofs.
As the paint or resin on your metal roof deteriorates, it will become white and chalky, giving the roof its name. Once again, metal roof chalking is not indicative of roof deterioration.
However, because the paint and resin are protecting the actual metal, ignored chalking can significantly reduce the lifespan of a metal roof.
How to Prevent Chalking and Fading on Metal Roofs
While chalking and fading are natural processes, you can take particular actions to delay and lessen their effects.
Lighter, inorganic paint colors will chalk and fade more slowly, and their effects will be less noticeable. Additionally, selecting high-quality metal coatings can and will make a significant impact in terms of roof protection.
Additionally, you can try your best to avoid some elements, such as sunshine, wetness, and pollution. For example, north-facing roofs receive substantially less direct sunshine than south-facing roofs.
Got other questions like which paint is best for you or how often your roof needs to be painted? Contact us at Lion Barns!
