Gray House Black Roof

If used on a one story house the dwelling may look too compact.

Gray house black roof.

While contrasting siding and trim colors is typical choosing monochromatic especially black or gray with a darker or glossier black for the trim really enhances the architectural and structural features of the home. Of course the heavy blotchy look of the decorative stone and black trim combined add to the bleak feel of this home. You could really do practically any color roof from black to gray to brown blue green or go for a monochromatic look with a white roof. If possible paint soffits and porch ceilings the lightest color to keep the interior bright.

A dramatic and bold way to use the monochromatic paint trend is to paint your home all black. Black or charcoal gray roof colors are the most classic. See more ideas about black house house exterior exterior design. Here a touch of black supplied by the shutters and mailbox against white trim keeps the look crisp and modern.

It all depends on your location the architecture of your home and neighborhood and your personal preferences. You can then layer each shingle so that you receive an almost three dimensional look for your house. My house was originally gray with white trim. While a black roof may seem like a natural choice with a light gray house consider the style of your home.

You ll also find that some grays are slightly browned like weathered wood. The black roof shingles are made with organic materials reinforced with fiberglass and sold in multiple sizes and thicknesses. Gray gables plank siding ashwood trim columns creek bottom shake siding windows window trim door if you have chosen a black or gray roof for your home the gray may be dark medium or light gray. Black roof shutters.

While a black roof will look sharp remember that black roofs will also absorb more of the sun s rays. A dark fascia color can make the roofline look heavy. May 18 2020 explore sudi mccollum illustration d s board dark grey black houses followed by 195 people on pinterest. Two views of a house with a black roof and colorful landscape.

Why i chose these colors. The above house has so much roof that it makes black a bad choice. I love green white and black. Asphalt shingles tend to be the least expensive of any type and they are widely available.

Gray can have undertones of blue green or violet. Black or charcoal colour roof works on this house because the design is not roof heavy. Exterior colors near windows can affect the light in your interior. A black roof will usually make a tall house look shorter.