Terracotta Transformation: A Davidson Roof Restoration

The roof on your Northern Beaches home is your first line of defence against the harsh Sydney weather.

This terracotta tiled roof in Davidson was suffering from common issues—persistent leaks, deteriorated ridge cappings, and a rusting skydome that was an accident waiting to happen. The original colour was also looking tired and dated.

The Cloud9 Roofing team recently completed a full roof restoration on this Davidson property, delivering a modern Gunmetal finish that not only looks stunning but provides guaranteed, long-lasting protection.

Beyond a Paint Job: Our Restoration Process

Our goal is always to restore structural integrity before applying a protective finish.

1. Leak and Skydome Repair: We first addressed the water entry points. This included professional roof leak repair and the critical replacement of the rusted fixture. We removed the old, damaged skydome and installed a custom acrylic skydome with a non-vented frame to ensure a perfectly watertight seal designed for tiled roofs.

   
   

2. Repairs and Preparation: The entire roof was pressure cleaned to remove dirt and moss. We changed any broken tiles and re-cemented where needed to stabilise the roof structure.

   
   

3. Full Re-pointing: To secure the entire roofline, we performed a full repoint of all ridge caps and gables using Flexipoint. This flexible, durable pointing is essential for preventing future mortar cracks and leaks.

   
   

The Gunmetal Difference

With the roof structurally sound, we applied a premium finish. The terracotta tiles were transformed with Gunmetal—a sleek, contemporary colour that instantly modernised the home. We used the superior Nu-Tech Roof Membrane Paint system, applying 1 coat of primer for maximum adhesion, followed by 2 thick coats of membrane paint. This advanced coating provides exceptional UV protection and forms a durable, waterproof barrier against the elements.

If your Northern Beaches roof is showing its age, trust our local experts at Cloud9 Roofing & Guttering for a complete, warrantied restoration. Stop living with roof leaks and faded tiles—contact us today for your free quote!