Refresh your roof
Looking to upgrade your roof and protect your home? Refresh your home’s appearance and restore your roof to like-new condition through the Dulux® Acratex® Roofing system with HueTech technology®.
With a roof refresh by a Dulux Acratex Accredited Applicator
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Transform your home and restore your roof using the Dulux Acratex roofing system.
Enhance your home’s street appeal and extend the life of your roof with a roof restoration. Keep your home protected from the elements using the Dulux Acratex roofing system with a 15-year warranty^ on product performance.
* Select from a vast range of Colorbond or Dulux Acratex roof membrane colours that boast excellent colour durability.
* Use quality products with high build barrier protection against weather for longer lasting results.
* Access the network of Dulux Acratex Accredited Applicators that use the premium Dulux Acratex roofing range.
* Get peace of mind with a 15-year warranty on product performance^
Colour selection for your roofing system
When you restore your roof using Dulux Acratex, you can select from more than 500 colours from the Dulux Acratex or Colorbond® colour ranges, to perfectly complement the exterior of your home. Offering great looking results and durability, our colours will provide your roof with street appeal and protection. From subtle greys, to earthy and natural tones, a wide selection of popular colours are available in the Dulux Acratex range for metal and concrete tile roofs and come in both gloss and satin finishes.
Colour selection for your roofing system
Why do I need a roof restoration
If your roof is starting to show signs of wear, age and damage, it may be time to consider a roof restoration and repair. Visible signs that your roof may need restoring include cracked or misplaced tiles, colour fading, water marks and internal leaks appearing on your ceiling. If left unaddressed, these early signs of roof damage could cause more serious structural issues to your home. Having a professional access the condition of your roof can help to avoid future expensive repairs by resolving these problems and stopping further damage in its tracks.
How can I improve the appearance of my roof?
Restoring your roof is a cost-effective and easy way to protect your home and give it a fresh new look. If you’re after a colour change, simply select from the extensive Dulux® Acratex® and Colorbond® colour range, providing more choice, longer lasting results and reduced dirt retention. Your roof will be better protected and returned to like-new condition with the use of Dulux Acratex Roof Membrane.
What is the Dulux Acratex Roofing System?
The Dulux Acratex roofing system is an innovative, hard-wearing roofing system like no other. The Dulux Acratex Roof Membrane helps deliver long lasting colour durability that resists colour fading and discolouration. Developed with HueTech® technology, the formulation is a full acrylic elastomeric polymer that provides coatings the flexibility and resistance to withstand the harsh Australian sun.
What type of roofs can be restored with the Dulux Acratex Roofing System?
The Dulux Acratex Roofing System has products and solutions for flat roofs as well as pitched and gabled; from concrete tiles to Terracotta tiles, Colorbond, Zincalume and corrugrated iron roofs.
Why choose Dulux Acratex for your roof restoration
A roof restoration is a cost-effective way to revitalise the appearance of your home, increase your property’s value and protect your roof. The Dulux Acratex Roof Membrane provides long life protection with longer lasting colours.
This membrane is available in a wide range of Dulux Acratex Roofing or Colorbond colours. By ensuring the correct system is used during your roof restoration, your roof will be better protected and stay looking great for longer.
Roofing Aftercare & Warranty
Roof restorations don’t just look good, they can last longer when using our innovative Dulux® Acratex® Roofing Membranes that come with the added assurance of a 15-year warranty on product and system performance.
Over time, build up of dirt and grime can begin to damage your roof’s protective coating and give the appearance of colour fading. Regular inspection and cleaning will help keep your roof looking fresh, ensure your colour lasts longer and protect your home from future damage. Help maintain the integrity of your roof’s coating and extend its lifespan by following these simple care and maintenance tips.
What you're covered for
When you restore your roof with the Dulux Acratex system, you'll be covered by a 15-year material warranty for film integrity, peeling and cracking when the Dulux Acratex Roof Membrane coating system has been applied in accordance with the product specification, spreading rates and surface preparation details outlined in the Dulux Acratex specification manual or relevant DuSpec specification.
Some natural weathering is anticipated as a natural process on all exterior surfaces, and minor changes in appearance including colour or gloss will occur as a natural process caused by normal weathering.
To make a claim under warranty, contact Dulux Acratex Help & Advice on 13 23 77. You must provide a warranty certificate and comply with the warranty terms in making a claim.
FAQs
If you live in the tropics, your house is surrounded by trees or dense bush, or part of your roof is in shade for periods during the day, your roof may be susceptible to algae or mould growth. Algae and lichen can still grow on roofs south of the tropics, and commonly can occur on darker roofs, or if your roof is made from a harder surface like glazed terracotta tiles.
Other common roof issues that can be mistaken for algae and lichen, include soot, dust, windblown dirt, industrial or car pollution or kitchen exhaust build up that can collect on low sloping roofs, or roofs shaped to create uneven patterns of wind flow. Lighter coloured roofs can also appear to have lichen and algae growth, however while these roofs may be prone to algae or mould, due to their light colour they are more likely to show up dirt and dust build-up which could be collecting on the roof’s surface.
White or lighter coloured roofs are generally cooler than darker coloured roofs. Roofs that retain less heat can cause dew to condense more easily and stay damp for longer in the mornings, before the sun and wind is able to dry it. These damper conditions can both encourage more dust to remain on the roof and provide a micro-climate that is more suitable for algae, mould and lichen growth.
Other deposits that collect on your roof can encourage algae, mould and lichen growth. This could include pollen, tree resins, possum, bird or bat droppings as well as soot, dust, windblown dirt, industrial and automotive pollution and deposits from kitchen exhausts that may adhere to a membrane surface. Deposits will accumulate more easily where sections of the roof are shaded, have disrupted air flow (particularly in channels between ridges), remain damp for longer (again channels rather than ridges) or have underlying heat sinks (such as metal joists and beams).
Common areas that often show signs of early mould growth include noses of tiles where overhang can collect moisture that runs off the face of the tile and shades the area, which in turn slows down drying. It’s recommended these areas are checked regularly to catch signs of mould or algae growth early, before they develop further.
Washing your roof regularly to remove dirt or other substances that have built up can help stop growth of algae, mould and lichen.
The colour of your roof can also discourage mould and algae growth. Darker coloured roofs can heat up more quickly and may increase your roof’s temperature, promoting quicker drying of moisture that collects on its surface and discouraging mould growth.
Here are a few suggestions that may help improve the appearance of lighter roof membranes and help reduce algae and mould growth:
Allow more natural light to hit your roof by trimming back shady trees and surrounding foliage.
Avoid blowing leaf litter to minimise levels of dust and organic matter in the air that can settle on your roof.
Prevent possums, bats and birds from roosting nearby by clearing the area around your roof (subject to council approval).
Keep your gutters clean to encourage your drains to clear quickly following rain.
Take action early to discourage mould growth by considering applying cleaning solutions such as Wet & Forget®.
While chemicals such as bleach (dilute hypochlorite solutions) or sugar soap can be used to treat mould, applying harsh chemicals can risk damaging your roof’s membrane film. There are a range of other mould treatments on the market that claim to kill algae and mould without the addition of chemicals, however we recommend regularly cleaning your roof when safely accessible with a soft broom and a low foaming, biodegradable, general purpose cleaning solution.
In some cases, pressure washing may be needed to remove lichen from surfaces like glazed terracotta, concrete tiles or Colorbond®. When considering using pressure wash, be aware of potential to damage to any underlying coating. Before you start cleaning, it’s important to disconnect any downpipes to rainwater tanks before and rinse your roof thoroughly with potable water before reconnecting. For more information on collection of drinking water, see our Drinking Water Statement.
For further help and advice about chemical and non-chemical treatments for cleaning your roof, contact the Dulux Acratex Help & Advice team on 13 23 77.
Dulux Acratex roof membrane products have been developed and rated for exterior exposure to meet or exceed Australian standards, so you can rest assured knowing that your roof colour is protected with superior coverage.
Whilst the Dulux Acratex Roof Membrane has excellent colour durability, roof colour change is a natural process that happens slowly over time and some fading is expected with weathering. Roof chalking can sometimes occur and can be a reason why roof membranes fade or lose their colour intensity over time. Chalking is when acrylic binder breaks down under harsh sunlight and exposes some of the coating pigments on the surface. Washing your roof regularly will help to remove chalkiness and other materials that can collect on your roof and cause fading.
Growth of algae, mould and lichen can also contribute to colour change and is largely due to environmental factors, roof colour choice and the accumulation of dirt and pollution on your roof’s surface over time. Regularly maintaining your roof and removing any dirt build-up or other deposits that encourage these growths, will help keep your roof looking great for longer.
Dulux Acratex Accredited Applicators are Roofing specialists recognised for their expertise in applying Dulux Acratex product systems to deliver quality roof restorations. We can connect you to applicators working in your area. Simply fill out the Find a Painter form and you will be contacted by up to three painters willing to quote on your project.
If you would like help selecting a roof colour that complements the appearance of your home, the Dulux team of colour experts are available via Live Chat, 7 days a week. Additionally, the Dulux Colour Design Service offers both in-person and online consultations for futher assistance. Connect with an experienced Colour Designer who can help you to visualise your home’s colour scheme and best options for your new roof colour (additional fees apply).
