Roof Paint NSW:
Roof Tile Paint, Primers & Membranes
Roof Paint, Primers & Membranes for NSW Homes
Does your roof need a new coat of paint? At Recycling Roof Tiles, we supply a wide range of high-quality roof tile paints, coatings, and sealers to customers all throughout the Central Coast, Hunter Valley and Sydney, including:
Recycling Roof Tiles supplies roof paint, roof tile coatings, primers, sealers, membranes and pointing products for homeowners, roof restorers, builders and roofing contractors across NSW.
We stock professional roof coating systems for concrete roof tiles, selected terracotta tile surfaces, metal roofs and roof restoration projects. Whether you are repainting faded concrete tiles, sealing a porous roof, restoring a tiled roof before sale, or preparing for a larger roof restoration, choosing the right paint system matters.
A good roof paint result is not just about colour. The roof surface, tile condition, primer, membrane, preparation and weather exposure all affect the finish and long-term performance.
At Recycling Roof Tiles, we have over 40 years of experience, and we only supply roof tile paints, coatings, and sealers from trusted brands that adhere to Australian safety standards.
If you’re unsure about what type of paint or coating is best for your property in NSW, call our friendly team for expert advice. We’re the one-stop shop for roof restorers!
We Stock Quality Roof Paint, Primer & Pointing
At Recycling Roof Tiles, we supply roof paint, primer, pointing & concrete paint from reputable suppliers, including:
- Premier Roof Coatings: These coatings are durable, waterproof, and UV-resistant, while being low-maintenance, versatile, and environmentally friendly.
- Shieldcoat: Energy-efficient, cost-effective, weather-resistant—Shieldcoat paints deliver a high-quality finish to every roof. ( We also stock the full range of Roofbond Pointing. Additionally, on request, we can order a concrete sealer)
- Selleys: Available in 13 colours with heightened cracking resistance, it’s easy to find a perfect match for your roof from the Selleys Point Works range.
- Globalcote: Exterior coatings are designed specifically with Australia’s unique climate in mind and have been thoroughly tested throughout a range of ageing conditions. Our waterproof coatings withstand weathering and are suitable for use in locations with harsh climatic conditions.
- Flexipoint: Flexipoint is a pre-mixed, pre-coloured, trowel-applied, flexible pointing compound that is used to verge point the ridge caps of cement & terracotta roof tiles.
Which Roof Paint System Do You Need?
Different roofs need different coating systems. A concrete tile roof may need a primer and acrylic roof membrane. A metal roof may need a rust-resistant primer. A terracotta roof may need specialist advice, especially if the tiles are glazed or non-porous.
As a general guide:
| Roof type | What to check | Common product type |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete roof tiles | Porosity, fading, surface chalking, cracks | Primer/sealer + acrylic roof membrane |
| Terracotta roof tiles | Glazed or unglazed surface, adhesion risk, age | Specialist primer or coating advice |
| Metal roofs | Rust, old coating, corrosion, surface preparation | Metal primer + suitable roof coating |
| Ridge capping | Cracked or loose pointing | Flexible pointing compound |
| Older tiled roofs | Broken, discontinued or mismatched tiles | Replacement tiles before painting |
This is where Recycling Roof Tiles has an advantage over a general paint shop. We do not only supply roof paint. We also supply second-hand cement and terracotta roof tiles, so customers can replace broken or missing tiles before the paint job starts.
Roof Paint
Using roof paints from Premier Roof Coatings, Shieldcoat & Globalcote offers several benefits:
- Premier Roof Coatings provides strong, impermeable, UV-resistant protection. All their products are specifically formulated to withstand Australia’s harsh climate by providing superior adhesion, colour fastness, and dirt pick-up resistance, utilising the best available raw materials from one of the world’s largest acrylic emulsion manufacturers.
- Globalcote includes Restora Roof Coatings, which utilise tough acrylic resin combined with fade-resistant pigments. Elastacote membranes are a 100% acrylic, water-based coating ideal for extreme weather conditions.
- Shieldcoat’s Roofbond coating systems are manufactured to withstand Australia’s unique and demanding climate and use an all-acrylic binder specifically recommended for roof refurbishment applications. Shieldcoat has chosen the best resin available on the market for this product. The criteria for Shieldcoat’s choice are based on the resin’s characteristics, including durability, wet adhesion, gloss retention, low dirt pickup, low water sensitivity, and through-dry capability.
All brands offer energy efficiency, easy application and low maintenance, ensuring lasting performance and protection for your roof.
Roof colour can affect how much heat the roof absorbs, especially during hot NSW summers. If you are comparing light, medium and dark roof colours before choosing a coating, read our guide to roof colour and solar absorptance in NSW to understand how colour can influence heat, roof space temperature and roof paint selection.
Sydney customers can now view our dedicated roof paint Sydney page for roof paint, primers, membranes and pointing products supplied across the Sydney region.
Before choosing a coating system, read our guide to the best roof paint for concrete roof tiles NSW to understand why primer, tile condition and colour selection matter.
Primers & Sealers
Experience the benefits of using primer from Premier Roof Coatings, Shieldcoat, and Globalcote. Premier’s primer provides a robust foundation, enhancing adhesion and extending the lifespan of roof coatings. Meanwhile, Shieldcoat’s primer offers excellent sealing properties, ensuring optimal performance and long-lasting protection. Shieldseal GTP is a revolutionary water-based primer that provides guaranteed adhesion to glazed and unglazed terracotta roof tiles. Formulated using state-of-the-art adhesion promoters, Shieldseal GTP is the most advanced undercoat on the market.
Globalcote provides Restora Concentrate Sealer, a 50/50 concentrated Sealer suitable for concrete, metal, and Colorbond roof surfaces. Dilute Restora Concentrate Sealer at a ratio of 50% Concentrate to 50% water for a standard sealer/primer (10L water in 10L Concentrate sealer).
For exceptional results on your roof, all brands prioritise quality, durability and ease of application.
If your roof has already been painted before, read our guide on whether you can paint over old roof paint on concrete tiles before buying a new coating system.
Pointing
Selleys and Shieldcoat’s Roofbond pointing products deliver a wealth of benefits.
- Selleys provides durable, weather-resistant pointing compounds that ensure long-term protection.
- Shieldcoat Roofbond offers high-quality pointing products that resist UV damage and maintain colour integrity.
- Flexipoint is made from water-based polymers and fillers and is intended to ‘feel’ like normal cement mortar. It contains no volatile additives and is therefore safe to use. It differs from traditional and inherently brittle cement mortar pointing in that it retains a significant post-cure flexibility. This enables it to flex in harmony with roof movements without cracking or breaking away
- Premier Premflex is a flexible, pre-coloured pointing compound used for securing ridge caps on tiled roofs. It is designed to withstand harsh Australian weather, providing strong adhesion to bedding and roof tiles, excellent water resistance, and long-term durability.
Choose these trusted brands for reliable and efficient roof pointing solutions.
Concrete Roof Tile Paint
Concrete roof tiles are one of the most common surfaces for roof painting in NSW. Over time, concrete tiles can fade, become porous, lose colour and collect moss or lichen. A proper roof coating system can refresh the roof’s appearance and help protect the surface from ongoing exposure to weather.
For concrete tiled roofs, the coating system usually starts with cleaning and inspection, followed by replacing broken tiles, applying a suitable primer or sealer, and then applying a roof membrane or roof tile paint designed for exterior conditions.
Acrylic roof membranes are commonly used because they are flexible, durable and designed to handle movement, UV exposure and changing weather conditions. The exact product depends on the roof condition and the manufacturer’s instructions.
Terracotta Roof Tile Paint
Terracotta roof tiles need more care than concrete tiles. Some unglazed terracotta tiles may be suitable for coating, but glazed terracotta tiles can be difficult because the surface may not allow paint to bond properly without the correct primer and preparation.
Before painting terracotta roof tiles, check:
- whether the tile is glazed or unglazed
- whether the surface is powdery, sealed or very smooth
- whether the roof has broken, loose or mismatched tiles
- whether the product is approved for that type of terracotta surface
- whether a specialist primer is required
For older terracotta roofs, it may be better to replace cracked tiles first, then seek product-specific advice before choosing a coating system.
Roof Paint for NSW Conditions
With the hot Australian summers we experience in NSW, you may have noticed that your roof tiles are fading. This is because high heat can affect the appearance of roofs.
Roof tile paint is a great way to protect your roof from potential damage, and many of our high-quality roof paints also include extra mould protection.
A roof that has been primed, sealed and repainted can last far longer than an untreated roof.
If you notice any damaged or broken roof tiles, we can also supply you with affordable replacement terracotta or cement roof tiles. Just give us a call!
Roof Tile Paints for the Australian Climate
At Recycling Roof Tiles, we stock a variety of easy-to-apply roof sealers and coatings at competitive prices.
We offer roof tile paint, explicitly designed to seal in colour, as well as paints ideal for resurfacing metal roofs.
Our premium roof tile sealers will seal any pitted or porous surface, providing you with a smooth canvas for your chosen topcoat.
We stock a range of rooftop coatings for various applications, providing a professional, long-lasting finish, as well as roof primers to bind to and penetrate oxidised tiles.
Choosing a Roof Paint Colour in NSW
Roof colour should be chosen for appearance, as well as for heat and exposure. Dark roof colours generally absorb more heat, while lighter colours usually reflect more heat.
In NSW, roof colour and solar absorptance can matter for thermal performance. The NSW Planning Portal explains that solar absorptance is the proportion of solar radiation absorbed by the roofing material, and that lower solar absorptance helps reflect more heat.
For hot or exposed homes, lighter roof colours may help reduce radiant heat entering the roof space. YourHome also notes that light-coloured roofing can help limit radiant heat flow into the roof space.
Colour choice should also consider the home’s style, surrounding materials, council or estate requirements, glare, roof ventilation, and whether the property is in a coastal, bushland, or high-heat area.
Replace Broken Roof Tiles Before Painting
Before painting a tiled roof, inspect it for cracked, broken, loose, or badly mismatched tiles. Paint can improve the appearance of suitable roof tiles, but it will not fix a tile that is already broken.
Replacing damaged tiles first can help:
- reduce the risk of leaks
- give the coating a better surface
- avoid painting over hidden roof problems
- improve the finished appearance
- make the restoration last longer
Recycling Roof Tiles supplies second-hand cement and terracotta roof tiles, including older and discontinued profiles, so you can match and replace damaged tiles before applying roof paint.
We Stock the Following Roof Tile Paints
Available in 20 & 15 Litre buckets
We can do a special order and have the paint tinted to suit other manufacturers colours.
Premcoat Primer 20 Ltr
Premcoat primers are clear acrylic primers that are designed to bind and penetrate oxidised tiles before applying top coat.
Shieldcoat Ultimate Primer
Premcoat sealers are designed to seal porous concrete roof tiles before finishing it off with a topcoat.
Premcoat Roof Coating 20 Ltr
Premcoat roof coats are 100% acrylic gloss coats that are designed to resurface metal roof surfaces and concrete roof tiles.
Roofbond Flexible Pointing
Roofbond Flexible Pointing is an acrylic compound designed to point ridge caps on concrete and terracotta roof tiles. We have had independent testing done on shieldcoats Pointing and it meets the C3 standard for
concrete tiles. Roofbond Flexible Pointing comes in a range of colours and is applied by pointing trowel. This product has a 10-year warranty.
Premcoat Maxi Build Sealer 20 Ltr
Premcoat sealers are designed to seal in colour and fill severely pitted and porous surfaces before applying topcoats.
Deo Prime
A clear acrylic sealer with added adhesion protection designed for previously painted substrates where there is residual paint left on the substrate, this will hold down any loose edges.
Globalcote Restora Gloss 20 Ltr
Restora Roof coating is recommended for tile & metal roofing. Restora Gloss utilises tough acrylic resin, combined with fade-resistant pigments. Restora is a gloss finish in a wide range of colours
Shieldseal CT401
Shieldseal CT401 incorporates Shieldcoat’s new fade resistant technology. Specific ingredients have been chosen for their ability to repel the calcium salts that leech from the tile causing premature colour fading, so not only does CT401 help your top coats stick, it also helps them last longer.
Premcoat Metal Primer
A Pure acrylic blend formulated with anti-corrosion properties, rust inhibitors and added adhesion properties, this is perfect for use as a sealer on metal roof surfaces where there is surface rust across the substrate, resisting bleed through on top coats.
Shieldseal GTP – Primer for Glazed and Unglazed Terraccota tiles
Shieldseal GTP is a revolutionary water-based primer, providing guaranteed adhesion to glazed and un-glazed terracotta roof tiles. Formulated using state of the art adhesion promoters, Shieldseal GTP is the most advanced undercoat on the market. Once fully cured, Shieldseal GTP forms such a strong bond with the tile surface, that it cannot be scratched off. When used as part of Shieldcoat’s Nanoprotect coating system, Shieldseal GTP is covered by a 12 year manufacturers warranty.
Shieldcoat Roof Membrane
Shieldcoat’s Roofbond coating systems are manufactured to withstand Australia’s unique and demanding climate, using an all acrylic binder specifically recommended for roof refurbishment applications. Shieldcoat has chosen the best resin available on the market for this product. The criteria for Shieldcoat’s choice is based on the resin’s characteristics including durability, wet adhesion properties, gloss retention, low dirt pick up, low water sensitivity and through dry capabilities.
Shieldseal W Plus
Shieldseal W Plus is a waterbased primer used on metal roofs including colorbond to provide an interface between the substrate and the Roofbond Roof membrane. It is normally sprayed through an airless as a milky white liquid and it dries clear. If the surface is likely to rust or white rust, Rustshield W should be used instead.
Rustshield W
Rustshield W Is a state of the art water based acrylic anti-rust sealer/primer for use on all metal roof substrates. It provides an excellent interface for either the Roofbond Roof Membrane or Thermobond HRC. Rustshield W has many advantages when compared to solvent based anti-rust primers and traditional spot treating methods, and It’s superior performance has been proven time and time again since its introduction more than 12 years ago.
Thermobond Heat Reflective Roof Membrane
Thermobond has been used as a solution for electricity cost and heat reduction throughout Australia and the world. Significant interior temperature reduction is achieved on anything from piggeries/chicken sheds to shipping containers and even silos. Thermobond can be applied to anything that would benefit from a reduction in temperatures as a result of direct sunlight.
Thermobond operates on three levels, solar reflectivity, very high heat emissivity and membrane thickness. This means Thermobond does not allow the passage of heat from the sun to reach the substrate it has been installed on.
Globalcote Primecote High Build
Premcoat High Build is a water-based 100% acrylic sealer for sealing extremely porous tile roof surfaces. Water-based, Good adhesion, & Fast dry.
Colour Chart Downloads
Premier Paint Colour Chart
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Shieldcoat Colour Chart
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Selleys Colour Chart
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Globalcote Colour Chart
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Shieldcoat Ultimate Primer TDS
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Need Roof Paint, Primer or Pointing in NSW?
Recycling Roof Tiles supplies roof paint, primers, sealers, membranes, flexible pointing and replacement roof tiles for homeowners, roof restorers, builders and roofing contractors across NSW.
Whether you are repainting concrete tiles, restoring a terracotta roof, choosing a roof colour or replacing broken tiles before painting, our team can help you choose the right products for the job.
We pride ourselves on our high-quality and diverse range of roof tile paints, primers, sealers and coatings so get in touch with our friendly team today.
Frequently Asked Roof Paint Questions
How long does a roof coating last before I need to have it repainted?
Under normal weather conditions, roof coats should last up to 20 years. The lifespan of a roof coating depends on the product, roof preparation, surface condition, exposure and application method. Many quality roof coating systems can last for years when installed correctly, but always check the manufacturer’s guidance for the product being used.
How long does a roof repaint take before it is finished?
A complete roof repaint will usually take between 1-2 days depending on whether your roof will need repairs such as tile replacement or cleaning. Final coating may also take an entire day to finish since each coat will have a drying time of up to 2 hours.
Will my home’s market value increase after a roof restoration?
A clean, well-maintained roof can improve street appeal and may help a property present better to buyers, but the effect on value depends on the property, market and quality of the work.
Is it cheaper to repair or replace a painted roof?
Though it can vary depending on the extent of the damage, it is usually cheaper and more cost-effective to repair a roof and re-paint it, rather than replacing it altogether.
Will painting my tiles help to protect my home from adverse weather conditions?
Yes, painting and sealing your terracottaor cement tiles can help to ensure your roof is watertight and therefore better protected from rain.
Why should I seal my cement tiles?
Sealing your cement tiles after painting will help the colour stay vibrant and fade-resistant for longer. It can also improve the strength of the tile.
Do I need to sand my terracotta tiles before painting them?
Whether you need to sand your terracotta tiles will depend on the paint you use and whether the tiles have been glazed. If your chosen paint product recommends sanding paint glaze prior to painting, ensure all sandpaper dust is clear from a tile before painting it. This will ensure your tiles are smooth and flawless when painted.
Why should I repaint my tiles?
Repainting suitable roof tiles can improve the appearance of the roof, refresh faded colour and help protect the surface as part of a proper roof restoration system. Broken or loose tiles should be replaced before painting.
Should I paint cement tiles with a roller or brush?
It is typically more efficient to paint tiles with a small brush, rather than a roller, as this offers more precision.
Will paint peel off my tiles?
If tiles are primed, painted and sealed correctly, paint should not peel off them. It is also important to use high-quality paint that is specially designed for use on tiles.
Should I replace cement tiles before or after painting?
Cement tiles should be replaced before painting. This will ensure all tiles on your roof are the same shade and you do not waste paint on damaged or broken tiles.
Which paint is best for cement tiles?
Usually, acrylic-based paints are best suited for cement tiles.
My tiles are pitted and dented, can I still paint them?
If your tiles are pitted, porous or dented, you can still paint them, providing you use a sealer or primer before applying any colour or topcoats.
Is tile paint safe to use?
All the tile paint we stock at Recycling Roof Tiles adheres to Australian safety standards. All paint tins will contain the relevant health and safety guidelines you need to follow also, such as not leaving a child unsupervised around an open paint tin.
Which type of paint is right for me?
If you would like expert guidance and advice about which type of paint is right for your roof, get in touch with the Recycling Roof Tiles team. A member of our expert team would be happy to discuss your roof and explain what paint may best suit your needs.