
Many COLORSTEEL® profiles are suitable for both roofing and wall cladding, creating a seamless exterior aesthetic. However, suitability varies depending on the specific profile and building design, so always check with your rollformer, builder or roofer.
COLORSTEEL® is available in a wide range of roofing and wall cladding profiles manufactured by trusted New Zealand rollformers. Profile availability may vary between rollformers, so it's worth speaking with your supplier or installer to find the best option for your project.
The right roof profile depends on your home's architectural style, roof pitch, location and personal design preferences. Whether you're building new or re-roofing, COLORSTEEL® roofing is available in a range of profiles from classic corrugated styles to clean, contemporary designs. Your roofing installer or architect can help recommend the best profile for your project.
Pioneer Red has a more familiar traditional red character, while Scoria moves further towards earthy red-brown.
Choose Pioneer Red when you want a recognisably warm red roof with traditional or rural references. Consider Scoria when you want something more muted, mineral and material-led.
Scoria is a rich red-brown inspired by volcanic rock. Its brown undertones make it more earthy and subdued than a bright red, creating a colour that feels naturally connected to timber, stone and landscape.
Pioneer Red is a warm, earthy red rather than a bright primary red. It has a strong rural character and distinctly New Zealand feel.
Its warmth makes it particularly effective with timber, weatherboards, brick, stone and natural planting.
While the COLORSTEEL® Colour Selector tool and Roof Visualiser are a great way to visualise colour, the colours you see on screen will vary from actual product colours as all screens show colour differently. We recommend ordering a colour sample to view in natural light before making your final colour selection. Click here to order colour samples.
Popular roof colours change over time, but timeless shades like Grey Friars, Ironsand, FlaxPod® and Ebony continue to be favourites across New Zealand. The right colour ultimately depends on your home's style, location and personal taste.
Start by considering your home's architectural style, exterior cladding, surrounding landscape and the look you want to achieve. Whether you prefer timeless neutrals or bold contemporary shades, COLORSTEEL® offers a carefully curated colour range designed for New Zealand homes.