Contemporary Colours
Contemporary Colours | Metal Roofing | Roofing | Manchester
Transform the skyline above your Manchester home with HEP’s contemporary colours roofing, where bold aesthetics meet enduring strength. Our precision-engineered metal roofing panels arrive in a spectrum of on-trend shades—from sleek anthracite to vibrant terracotta—so you can match or contrast your brickwork while enjoying unbeatable weather resistance. Each sheet is crafted to shrug off driving rain, salty Pennine winds and the occasional football that sails over the garden fence, ensuring your roof looks freshly installed for decades to come.
Behind the colour lies cutting-edge technology: high-grade steel cores, UV-stable finishes and advanced insulation options that keep heat where it belongs and energy bills in check. Installation is swift, mess-free and backed by a rock-solid guarantee from HEP’s local Manchester team, ready to support you long after the final panel is clipped into place. Give your property a vivid, modern edge—choose HEP’s contemporary colours roofing today.
FAQs
What contemporary colour options are available for metal roofing in Manchester?
Our metal roofing panels come pre-finished in more than 40 contemporary shades, including popular tones such as Anthracite Grey (RAL 7016), Matt Black, Goose-wing Grey, Copper, Terracotta Red, Heritage Green and Ocean Blue. Because the sheets are factory-coated, we can also supply any bespoke RAL or BS colour for larger orders. Finishes range from low-sheen matt for a minimalist look to subtle metallic and textured coatings that mimic zinc or weathered steel. All colours are applied using high-temperature coil-coating, ensuring a uniform, scratch-resistant surface before the sheets reach site.
How durable is a coloured metal roof in Manchester’s wet and windy climate?
Extremely durable. We use galvanised steel or aluminium panels with a 25–35 µm PVDF or high-build polyester topcoat, giving corrosion resistance that easily withstands the city’s average 152 rainy days and frequent coastal winds. The interlocking standing-seam profile is wind-tested to over 120 mph (192 km/h) and resists driving rain. With correct installation and minimal maintenance, coloured metal roofs last 40–60 years—roughly double the life expectancy of concrete tiles. Every roof is backed by a 20-year weathertightness warranty and up to 40 years colour-coat warranty.
Will the colour of my metal roof fade over time?
All contemporary shades are manufactured with UV-stable pigments. PVDF coatings retain more than 80 % of their original gloss and colour after 30 years of accelerated weather testing. In normal Manchester conditions you can expect insignificant fade for at least two decades. Simple annual rinsing with a hose removes pollutants that can dull the surface. If the roof is overlooked by trees or near traffic hotspots, a mild detergent wash every 3–5 years will keep the coating looking fresh. Any sections damaged by impact can be spot-repaired with colour-matched touch-up paint without invalidating the warranty.
Are coloured metal roofs energy-efficient?
Yes. Metal’s low thermal mass cools quickly at night, and our coated panels contain infrared-reflective pigments that bounce up to 70 % of solar radiation—even in darker shades. Combined with modern PIR or mineral-wool insulation under the deck, homeowners typically see 10–25 % reductions in summer cooling costs compared with traditional dark concrete tiles. In winter, the standing-seam system acts as an additional air barrier, cutting heat loss through the roof structure. The smooth surface is also ideal for mounting solar PV, further increasing energy savings.
How much does a contemporary coloured metal roof cost compared with tile or slate?
For most domestic projects in Greater Manchester, supply-and-install pricing averages £70–£110 per m², depending on colour choice, substrate (steel or aluminium) and roof complexity. By contrast, new concrete tiles run £50–£80 per m² and natural slate £90–£120 per m². While the upfront investment is similar to quality slate, a metal roof delivers lower lifetime cost: it lasts twice as long, weighs three times less (reducing structural expenses) and needs little more than periodic cleaning—no cracked tiles to replace and no moss treatments.
Do I need planning permission to fit a coloured metal roof on my property in Manchester?
In most cases, replacing an existing roof with a metal system of similar height and pitch falls under Permitted Development, so full planning consent is not required. Exceptions include listed buildings, conservation areas and roofs raised above the current ridge or eaves line—these will require an application to Manchester City Council. Regardless of planning status, Building Regulations Part A (structure), Part C (moisture), Part L (thermal) and the new Part O (overheating) still apply. We provide full structural calculations, condensation risk analysis and U-value declarations, and we can handle any planning paperwork on your behalf.