Can every tile roof be painted?

Most concrete tile roofs can be coated. Glazed terracotta usually is not, because coatings struggle to bond to the glaze. We will tell you honestly what suits your roof.

Do you fix broken tiles and ridge capping?

We point out any damage we see during inspection. Repairs like rebedding and repointing are specialist work, and we can discuss arranging them before coating.

How long does a roof coating take to dry?

Each coat needs dry conditions, typically a few hours to touch-dry depending on temperature and humidity. We schedule around the forecast to avoid rain on fresh coatings.

Will roof painting affect my solar panels?

We mask and work carefully around solar panels and do not paint under them. Panels are not removed as part of a standard roof painting job.

What colour should I paint my roof?

Lighter roof colours reflect more heat, while darker colours can look more classic. It also helps to choose a colour that sits well with your walls, gutters and street.

Roof Painting Melbourne South-East

South-east Melbourne

Ariana Painting cleans, seals and coats tile and metal roofs across south-east Melbourne. A roof coating refreshes the look of a home and helps protect the surface, as long as the roof is sound and prepared properly.

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Last updated 31 October 2026

Free on-site quotes
Clear written scope
Fully insured
Tidy job sites
Clear communication

What's included

Inspection of the roof surface before quoting
High-pressure cleaning to remove moss, lichen and grime
Treatment of mould and lichen where needed
Primer or sealer suited to the roof material
Two coats of a dedicated roof coating
Clean-up of gutters and surrounding areas after work

Surfaces we work on

Concrete tiles

Common on many brick-veneer homes. Over time the surface becomes porous and grows lichen, so it is cleaned thoroughly and sealed before coating.

Terracotta tiles

Glazed terracotta often does not need coating; unglazed terracotta can be coated with a suitable system. We will advise honestly which applies.

Metal and Colorbond-style roofs

Faded or chalky metal roofs are cleaned, any surface rust is treated, and a metal-compatible primer and coating are applied.

Paint and coating system

Tile roofs typically receive a sealer or primer that binds the surface, followed by two coats of a flexible roof membrane. Metal roofs need a metal primer on treated areas and two coats of a coating designed for metal.

Roof repairs such as rebedding and repointing ridge capping, or replacing cracked tiles, are separate trade work. We will flag anything we notice so it can be addressed before coating.

Our process

How roof painting works

01
Free on-site quote
We visit, look at the surfaces, listen to what you want and answer your questions.
02
Written scope
You receive a clear written scope listing surfaces, preparation, products and inclusions.
03
Preparation
Surfaces are cleaned, repaired, sanded and protected before any paint goes on.
04
Painting
Coatings are applied in the right conditions, with the site kept tidy each day.
05
Final walkthrough
We walk the job with you, touch up anything needed and leave it clean.

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FAQ

Roof Painting questions

If the roof structure is sound, a properly prepared coating can refresh a faded roof and add a protective layer. If tiles are badly damaged, repair or replacement may be the better first step.

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Ready for a fresh finish?

Book a free on-site quote. We'll look at the job, talk through options and send a clear written scope.