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By: Lauren Risotto
February 2nd, 2022

Copper is arguably the most beautiful type of roof. The strikingly shiny copper penny appearance will patina over time into a blue-green hue that gives copper roofing both a unique aesthetic and a protective finish that makes copper last for 100 years or longer. If it’s long lasting and attractive, why don’t you see copper roofs everywhere? The answer comes down to price.

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Color Options | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
January 26th, 2022

Red is the color that is most known for being vibrant, bold, and showy. It’s a very popular color for cars, lipsticks, and clothing. But what about a metal roof? Historically neutral tones are often chosen for roofing because they can blend with any color or siding type. However, neutral colors can sometimes look dull and boring. More homeowners are opting to make their roofs stand out by choosing a bold color for their roof system, and there is no roof color more bold and vibrant than red.

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Roofing | Color Options | metal roofing

By: Lauren Risotto
October 20th, 2021

Farmhouses have become one of the most popular architectural styles of today. There are several features that have become synonymous with farmhouse architecture: white paint, simple landscaping, a wraparound porch, and of course, a metal roof.

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Homeowner | Roofing | Color Options

By: Lauren Risotto
March 24th, 2021

Color is undoubtedly one of the most critical choices you make when designing your roof as it sets the tone of the overall look of your home. When looking to avoid drastic choices that may quickly go out of style, it’s common to gravitate towards neutral colors. Neutral tones are seen as being a “safe” choice, even though they pose the risk of appearing boring. However, the design trends of recent years have proven that neutral can still be exciting thanks to the popularity of the color gray.

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Homeowner | Corten Roofing | Rusted Roofing | Metal | Finishes | Color Options | paint systems | SMP | roof | zinc | Copper

By: Lauren Risotto
May 18th, 2020

Design trends are always evolving in every industry, including roofing. At Western States Metal Roofing, we consistently monitor trends in the industry so that we develop products that will help customers achieve their design goals.

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Metal | Roofing | Homeowner Education | Color Options | Standing Seam | roof

By: Lauren Risotto
April 20th, 2020

From clothes to cars, black is a classic color because it adds sophistication and style to everything it touches. While the metal roofing industry has historically leaned towards neutral colors, matte black is now the latest growing trend in modern architecture.

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Metal | Roofing | Color Options

By: Paul Rubio
March 19th, 2020

You cannot change the color of your metal roof, so choosing a color that will match the style of your house is critical. Although this can seem overwhelming it’s actually a simple process nowadays with the color selection tools that are available.

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How to | Homeowner Education | Color Options

By: Paul Rubio
March 11th, 2020

You’ve decided to use metal as your roofing material on your house and now it is time to answer the toughest question that most buyers face: which color should I choose for my metal roof? You want to pick the right metal roofing color option to complement your house design. Picking the right color for your metal roof will make your house stand out in the neighborhood. Once your roof is installed changing the color is not an option, so choosing a color that looks appealing is imperative.