Metal Roof for traditional cottage?

johney

hello Folks,


Am thinking of going this route for a complete renovation and extension on 150 year old cottage..
What kind of metal roof might look good on an old cottage like this? Bright Galvanize? Or dark corrugated sheeting? I also have an ulterior motive as I hope to put an extension at back which may have a very low pitch.

All help appreciated.

Thank you

elperello

Corrugated sheeting in red.

johney

Thanks elperello,

have been told something similar by another person.
Were you thinking more like the half round type farmers used or the one with more flat sections. Images attached but don't know if they work. Thanks

elperello

Your image didn't show.
I would go for the round profile on an old vernacular cottage.
See this link for an idea of it.
https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/homes-and-property/brass-bed-range-dog-get-the-irish-country-cottage-look-1.2999570

johney

thanks again,

is it difficult to install a VELUX or similar in a corrugated roof?

elperello

Velux supply flashing kits to suit different profiles.
You would need to check with your supplier to ensure they are compatible with the sheeting you are using.
Exact colour matches would be unlikely so you would need to allow for a slight variation or a suitable contrasting finish.

Bonzo Delaney

Ideally if it's a full refurb and you hope to keep it looking as traditional as possible I'd be looking at getting the red corrugated sheeting manufactured as an insulated sandwich panel. As in refurb with up to date methods while keeping the finished product looking like it's 100 years old

my3cents

The traditional red green and grey colours are a farm paint finish http://www.morrisdiy.com/25L-DULUX-GALOXIDE.html .

johney

Thank you Gentlemen