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Roof Color Heat Absorption Calculator
Estimate solar heat absorbed by a roof based on its colour reflectance.
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Estimate solar heat absorbed by a roof based on its colour reflectance.
Roof Color Heat Absorption Estimator
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๐ก Tip: Dark roofs reflect about 5-25%.
How It Works
Key concepts behind this calculator
1
Enter Values
Fill in each field with your own numbers.
2
Calculate
Results update as you change the inputs.
3
Review
Read the breakdown and the explanation.
4
Adjust
Change values to compare scenarios.
Quick Reference Guide
Roof Quick Guide
Typical values for reference.
| Colour | Reflectance | Absorbed kW | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 5% | 76.0 | Hot |
| Dark grey | 15% | 68.0 | Hot |
| Mid grey | 35% | 52.0 | Warm |
| White | 70% | 24.0 | Cool |
| Rule of Thumb | Check inputs | Use as a guide | Round sensibly |
Common Questions
Roof Color Heat Calculator FAQ
Answers to common questions about this calculator.
White and light colours reflect most.
It gives a quick estimate of roof color heat absorption from the values you enter.
No. It is a planning estimate, so check important figures with a professional or official source.
Yes. Edit any field and the result updates when you calculate.