Metal Roofing & Cladding FAQs

Metal roofing materials including Colorbond roofing have proven to be extremely durable in extreme weather conditions and even offer fire and wind resistance. They require little to no maintenance compared to a tile roof and come in a huge range of colours and profiles to suit. Metal roofing doesn’t suffer oxidation or colour fading like tiled roofing does, with colours remaining true and vibrant for many years. You can find out more in our blog What are the benefits of a metal roof!

Thermally efficient roofing materials like Colorbond steel can help you reduce your cooling costs, saving you anywhere up to 40% on total energy expenditure. In summer, a lightweight insulated metal roof cools down fast once the sun sets, causing less heat to be radiated into the property at night. In winter, the same steel roof helps keep the heat inside when properly insulated. The colour you opt for can also affect thermal efficiency, with lighter colours radiating less heat during summer.

The most popular misconception of metal roofing is that it can be noisy when it rains. When installed and insulated correctly, a metal roof is just as quiet – if not more quiet – than a tiled roof.

Depending on the material used, metal roofing is proven to last 40 to 70 years – that’s at least double the life expectancy of a tiled roof! Metal roofing including Colorbond roofing does not rot and can withstand mildew and insects.

Metal wall cladding adds an extra protective layer to your property. It shields the internal building materials from the elements and is fire resistant. Not only is metal wall cladding aesthetically pleasing and change the overall look of a property, it also requires little maintenance or repair work.

Metal wall cladding made from Colorbond steel can reduce your energy costs. Similar to that of a metal roof, when out of direct sunlight the wall cladding cools down very fast, causing less heat to be radiated into the property. With properly insulated walls, metal wall cladding can also aid in keeping the heat inside during winter.

Just like metal roofing material, metal wall cladding materials are long lasting. The material is extremely durable, resisting chipping, flaking and blistering. It doesn’t rot and withstands mildew and insects.