The hottest colors this season are the ones that don’t fade, especially for visible roofs. The sun’s UV rays will likely fade color, especially on painted surfaces. However, there are methods to resist fade and select the right colors for different applications.
Why Does Color Fade?
Color fades over time due to photodegradation. Ultraviolet rays can break down chemical bonds and fade the color of an object. Color fade can happen in any climate and on any object, including clothing, tarps, and painted surfaces of a building.
Unfortunately, not all color fades the same. The same color on the same building will fade differently depending on sunlight and weather exposure.
Generally, the more neutral the color, the less noticeable the fade. Colors like whites, tans and grays fade less than greens, blues, and reds.
