Choosing the right roofing material and colour is a big decision — one that affects your home’s appearance, energy efficiency, and value for decades. Below you’ll find colour options, material guides, and downloadable brochures for every roofing type we install across Sydney.
Not sure which material is right for your home? Read our quick guide below, or contact us for honest, no-pressure advice.
Which Roofing Material Is Right for Your Home?
Colorbond Steel — Best for durability, modern appearance, and energy efficiency. Available in 22+ colours, lasts 40-60+ years, and reflects heat better than older metal roofing. Ideal if you want long-term value and a contemporary look.
Terracotta & Concrete Tiles (Monier) — Best for heritage properties, Federation homes, and areas with council heritage requirements. Offers a traditional appearance and excellent longevity (concrete tiles 40-60 years, terracotta 50-100+ years).
Polycarbonate (Laserlite/Palram) — Best for pergolas, patios, carports, and alfresco areas where natural light matters. Not a primary roofing material, but ideal for outdoor living spaces.
Solar Roof Vents — Best if your roof space traps heat and moisture. A low profile, solar-powered upgrade that actively cools your roof year-round, with no wiring or running costs.
Skylights (Velux) — Best for bringing natural light into dark interior spaces, bathrooms, hallways, and stairwells, and can be added to almost any existing roof type.
Visit our Metal Roofing page → | Visit our Polycarbonate page → | Visit our Roof Ventilation page →
Low Profile Solar Roof Vents
A quick look at the solar roof vent unit we install — for the full case on why solar ventilation might be right for your home, visit our complete Roof Ventilation page →
Product specs:
- Low profile design, custom-fitted to your roof profile
- Solar-powered, brushless motor
- Weatherproof housing, colour-matched to metal or tile roof
- No wiring, no electricity costs
- Made from Colorbond steel and stainless steel
$145 | RS Air – Intake Roof Vent
$390 | RS Lite – Solar Roof Vent
$580 | RS Pro – Solar Roof Vent
$650 | RS Pro Metal – Solar Roof Vent
Compare Our Solar Roof Vent Models
See the full specifications for each model side by side
| Spec | RS Air $145 | RS Lite $390 | RS Pro $580 | RS Pro 3000 $640 | RS Pro Metal $650 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airflow | 35 m³/h | 133.7 m³/h | 182.5 m³/h | 269.3 m³/h | 182.5 m³/h |
| Noise Level | 5 dB/A | 25.8 dB/A | 31.5 dB/A | 41.3 dB/A | 31.5 dB/A |
| Warranty | 10 Years | 3 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years | 5 Years |
| Rotational Speed | — | 1500 RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Power | — | 6W Monocrystalline | 10W Monocrystalline | 15W Monocrystalline | 10W Monocrystalline |
| Motor | — | SSO Hydrodynamic Bearing | SSO2 Industrial 3 Phase | SSO2 Industrial 3 Phase | SSO2 Industrial 3 Phase |
| Fan | — | Pressure-Optimised 9 Blade | Fibre Glass Reinforced | Fibre Glass Reinforced | Fibre Glass Reinforced |
| Static Pressure | — | 1.91mm H₂O | 4.18mm H₂O | 10.52mm H₂O | 4.18mm H₂O |
| Pest Mesh | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
| Body & Housing | Colorbond Steel | Colorbond Steel | Colorbond Steel | Colorbond Steel | Colorbond Steel |
| Concealed Air Box | Adjustable Diffuser | Tapered Colorbond Box | Tapered Colorbond Box | Tapered Colorbond Box | Tapered Colorbond Box |
Not sure which model suits your roof? Get a free assessment or call 0403 944 466
Polycarbonate Roofing Options
Perfect for pergolas, patios, carports, and alfresco areas — polycarbonate lets natural light through while blocking up to 99.9% of harmful UV rays.
Laserlite — Premium Australian-made polycarbonate, ideal for pergola and patio roofing with excellent UV stability.
Laserlite Multiwall — Multi-layer construction for better insulation and noise reduction during rain — a popular upgrade for entertaining areas used year-round.
Palram (EZ Glaze) — A durable, cost-effective polycarbonate option available in a range of tints from clear to opal.
Suntuf Beehive — A distinctive corrugated polycarbonate profile popular for pergolas and outdoor entertaining areas, offering the classic corrugated look with the light transmission and durability of modern polycarbonate.
Learn more on our full Polycarbonate Roofing page →
Colorbond Steel Colour Range
Colorbond is Australia’s most popular metal roofing choice, offering 22+ heat-reflective colours designed for the Australian climate.
Popular colours for Sydney homes:
| Colour | Best suited for |
|---|---|
| Monument | Modern homes, strong contrast with light-coloured brick |
| Surfmist | Coastal and Federation homes, classic light neutral |
| Woodland Grey | Contemporary homes, popular in the Hills District and Northern Suburbs |
| Basalt | Dark, striking finish for architectural homes |
| Classic Cream | Heritage and character homes, softer traditional tone |
| Jasper | Warm earthy tone, complements brick and sandstone |
Colorbond Colour Charts & Brochures
Monier Roof Tiles
Monier offers Australia’s widest range of concrete and terracotta roof tiles, ideal for heritage-sensitive and character homes across Sydney’s Inner West, North Shore, and Hills District.
Tile types available:
- Terracotta — traditional clay finish, ideal for heritage and Federation homes
- Concrete — wider colour range, cost-effective, strong durability
- Elemental profiles — modern flat and low-profile tile options for contemporary builds
VELUX Skylights
Bring natural light into dark rooms, hallways, and stairwells with Velux skylights — compatible with tile and metal roofing.
Already have a skylight that’s leaking? See our Leaking Skylight Repairs page →
Want to See a Colour or Sample in Person?
Photos and PDFs only show so much — the real colour and finish can look different depending on lighting and your home’s surroundings. We’re happy to bring physical samples with us during your free on-site consultation so you can see the true colour against your actual home before deciding.
Book a Free Consultation | Call 0403 944 466