A Roof Is More Than Just A Roof - Why Roof Selection Is Very Important

Sept. 25, 2009 - PRLog -- A Melbourne, Australia roofing company says people often refer to a home as ‘the roof over our heads’ and while it’s not just a roof alone, obviously, the right kind of roof is a vital part of a building’s design concept and eventual realization. The world’s best architects and designers take aesthetics and practicality into consideration when drawing up build plans.  

Where a stark–looking steel roof design might best suit a contemporary building or one that is for commercial purposes only, other more traditional types of residential building design mandates might be adhered to in circumstances where, say, an already existing architectural style must be acknowledged.

Dean Rusling of Tridek Roofing explains a wide range of roofing materials and products are available and it’s worth considering which of these might be appropriate when drawing up plans in the early stages of looking at new roofs for home designs. “When first the idea of a building’s appearance is birthed, knowing how best to achieve the look will pay dividends when it comes to decisions about roofing services, construction and installation. Some materials work better than others in terms of visuals – very often a compromise will need to be made”, he says.

Flat metal roofing sheeting is ideal for practicality and a good solution where the roof might be vulnerable to the elements. Steel is hardy stuff and can withstand rain and wind, and even storms where traditional slate tiles might not.

Colorbond roofing is perhaps one the most adaptable roofing options on the market today. Visually attractive, adaptable, practical and with the ability to provide great insulation against heat loss inside the home and protection from the elements that might attack it from outside, it’s a top choice amongst today’s architects, designers, and home-owners who want something unique.

When in the blueprint phase of conceptualising for a new building, roofing is a key element: not only for the sake of day-to-day practicalities, but also for the overall essence of a building’s final appearance.

Why the right roof is important:

Rusling says, “How often do you hear people use their home’s roof as a point of reference?” “Ours is the one with the green roof.” “We’re second on the left, the house with the castellated roof.” In a way it’s as if the roof is a property’s hat. Lovely if it gets noticed, even better if it gets noticed for the right reasons not the wrong ones.

A roof that looks incongruous to the building it is supposed to be protecting and enhancing can be tantamount to disaster. Rusling believes the right choice, very often, will depend on a number of factors – in most cases a healthy combination of what works and what appeals visually.

Of course, when choosing roofing materials and products, budgeting will have to be taken into consideration. Cost-effective and yet beautiful roofing solutions can be found – resulting in buildings that are well-guarded, innovative and representative of outstanding design concepts.

No two home designs on paper are the same and no two roofs need be either.

Tridek Contemporary Roofing http://www.tridekroofing.com.au offers a full range of roofing products for new construction, existing construction, repair and remodelling. We work with some of the best Australian architects and builders on a broad range of projects including commercial, residential and government buildings. For more information, visit http://www.tridekroofing.com.au or call +61 3 9720 4305

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Tridek Contemporary Roofing offers a full range of modern roofing products for new construction, existing construction, repair & remodelling. Tridek services clients in Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands, The Americas & Asia www.tridekroofing.com.au