Taylor Metals
Taylor Metals Colors & Finishes
Choosing the color of your standing seam roof is one of the most personal decisions you'll make. Taylor Metal Products offers a premium 70% Kynar 500 PVDF finish in both its Standard Kynar 500 palette and the Definitive Matte Collection, along with premium metallic and specialty weathering materials for homeowners looking for something truly distinctive.
Taylor's colors are available on 22-gauge and 24-gauge steel and .032-inch and .040-inch aluminum, although availability varies by color and substrate. Whether you're building a contemporary custom home, a Spanish Revival, a farmhouse, or a coastal residence, Taylor offers architectural finishes designed to complement virtually every style.
This page focuses on Taylor's color collections and finish options. You'll find the most popular Southern California colors, the differences between standard gloss and matte finishes, premium metallic and specialty materials, and the official Taylor Metals Color Chart for every available color.
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Taylor Metals Standard Kynar 500 and Definitive Matte Collection
Standard Kynar 500 Palette
Definitive Matte Collection
Color chips are representative. For exact manufacturer colors, download the Taylor Metals Color Chart or request physical samples.
Southern California homes featuring Taylor standing seam roofs in a variety of architectural colors.
What Colors Does Taylor Metals Offer?
Taylor Metal Products offers two color collections that are included in our standard standing seam roofing quotes: the Standard Kynar 500 palette, featuring about 23 architectural colors, and the Definitive Matte Collection, a low-gloss series with 10 to 15% sheen. Together, they provide a wide range of architectural colors for virtually every home style.
The Standard Kynar 500 palette delivers classic architectural colors with a clean, polished appearance, while the Definitive Matte Collection offers a low-gloss alternative for homeowners who prefer a different finish. Both collections are available on qualifying 22-gauge and 24-gauge steel and .032-inch and .040-inch aluminum, depending on color and substrate availability.
Taylor also offers premium metallic and specialty weathering finishes, covered later on this page.
For the complete list of Taylor color names and finish options, download the official Taylor Metals Color Chart (PDF) later on this page.
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Taylor MetalsPopular Taylor Colors for Southern California Homes
Taylor's Standard Kynar 500 palette and Definitive Matte Collection include colors that complement everything from Spanish Revival and Mediterranean homes to contemporary, farmhouse, coastal, and hillside architecture. These are some of the colors homeowners choose most often throughout Southern California.
Blacks & Charcoals
Bronzes
Neutrals
Earth Tones
Reds
Whites
Popular Taylor Metals Standard Kynar 500 and Definitive Matte Collection colors for Southern California homes. Color chips are representative; download the color chart or request samples for exact manufacturer colors.
Standard Gloss vs. the Definitive Matte Collection
Taylor Metal Products gives you two distinct finish styles. The Standard Kynar 500 palette delivers a clean, architectural gloss that highlights the crisp lines of a standing seam roof. The Definitive Matte Collection features a 10 to 15% sheen, creating a softer, more subdued appearance.
The Standard Kynar 500 palette complements virtually every architectural style, from Spanish Revival and Mediterranean homes to traditional, coastal, and contemporary designs. Its standard gloss finish reflects more light, giving the roof a vibrant, refined appearance.
The Definitive Matte Collection is designed for homeowners who prefer a muted finish that softens reflections and reduces glare. It is especially well suited to modern, farmhouse, hillside, and contemporary homes. The collection includes Midnight Bronze, Aged Bronze, Sterling Mist, Black Slate, Balboa Grey, and Pebble Grey.
During your consultation, we bring samples from both the Standard Kynar 500 palette and the Definitive Matte Collection so you can compare them side by side and choose the finish that best complements your home's architecture.
Premium and Specialty Finishes
Beyond the two color collections included in your quote, Taylor Metal Products offers premium finishes and specialty materials for homeowners looking for a distinctive architectural statement. Because these products use specialized materials and fabrication methods, they are quoted per project.
Taylor's Premium Metallic Kynar 500 finishes include Metallic Silver, Champagne, Antique Patina, Weathered Zinc, and Copper Penny. These colors add depth, dimension, and metallic character while retaining the durability of a 70% Kynar 500 PVDF finish.
Taylor also offers two premium architectural finishes. Vintage is a pre-aged, graffiti-resistant coating backed by a 20-year warranty, while Rustic Rawhide delivers the appearance of naturally weathered metal with a distinctive textured finish.
For homeowners who want authentic weathering materials, Taylor offers Real Copper, real zinc in elZinc Graphite and elZinc Slate, Rusteel Plus for a Corten-style weathering steel appearance, Zincalume, and Galvanized. These materials naturally develop character over time, creating a roof with an appearance that continues to evolve.
Premium Metallic Kynar 500
- Metallic Silver
- Champagne
- Antique Patina
- Weathered Zinc
- Copper Penny
Metallic finishes that add depth and dimension while retaining the durability of a 70% Kynar 500 PVDF finish.
Premium Finishes
- Vintage
- Rustic Rawhide
Vintage is a pre-aged, graffiti-resistant coating backed by a 20-year warranty. Rustic Rawhide delivers the look of naturally weathered metal with a distinctive textured finish.
Weathering Materials
- Real Copper
- elZinc Graphite
- elZinc Slate
- Rusteel Plus
- Zincalume
- Galvanized
Authentic materials that develop character over time, creating a roof with an appearance that continues to evolve.
Premium and specialty finishes: real copper, zinc, and Corten-style weathering steel roofs.
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Metal Roof ColorsWhy Taylor's Kynar 500 Color Holds Up
A roof color should look as good decades from now as it does on installation day. That is why every painted Taylor Metal Products finish uses 70% Kynar 500 PVDF resin, a premium architectural coating engineered for long-term performance in Southern California's demanding climate.
Compared with lower-grade SMP paint systems, Kynar 500 resists fading and chalking far better, helping your standing seam roof maintain its rich color and clean appearance over time. Taylor backs its Standard Kynar 500 finishes with a 40-year residential finish warranty, along with 20-year and 30-year commercial finish warranties, depending on the application.
If energy efficiency is a priority, lighter colors also provide higher Solar Reflectance Index (SRI) values. Glacier White (SRI 85), Sierra Tan (SRI 60), and Parchment (SRI 58) reflect more solar heat and can help support California Title 24 cool roof goals.
Like all standing seam metal roofing, Taylor panels can exhibit oil canning. This is an inherent visual characteristic of flat metal panels and is not a manufacturing defect.
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Kynar 500 vs. SMP Paint SystemsSee the Full Palette and Get Samples
The best way to choose a standing seam roof color is to see it in person. Online images and printed brochures are helpful, but they cannot accurately show how a color will look on your home or how it changes throughout the day as the light changes.
We bring actual Taylor Metal Products color samples to your home so you can compare them in natural daylight against your stucco, stone, brick, trim, and landscaping. Seeing the colors on your own home makes it much easier to choose a finish you'll be happy with for decades.
For the complete Taylor color selection, download the official Taylor Metals Color Chart (PDF). It includes the full Standard Kynar 500 palette, the Definitive Matte Collection, premium metallic finishes, specialty finishes, weathering materials, and the exact manufacturer color names.
If you'd like to compare Taylor's colors with other premium standing seam manufacturers or explore roof colors by architectural style, visit our complete guide:
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What Our Clients Say
Susan M.
Calabasas, CA
The Metal Roof Pros installed a dark bronze standing seam on our home and it completely transformed the exterior. Their crew was detail-oriented and left the property spotless every day. The finished roof is a showpiece. We get compliments from neighbors constantly.
Michael T.
Thousand Oaks, CA
After getting five quotes from different companies, The Metal Roof Pros were the only team who could explain their gauge, clip spacing, and underlayment system in detail. Their knowledge of standing seam installation is unmatched. The roof looks and performs flawlessly.
Jennifer L.
Encino, CA
We hired The Metal Roof Pros for a charcoal gray Kynar 500 standing seam roof. Karen walked us through every color option and helped us choose the perfect shade to match our stone facade. The color is exactly what we wanted and the finish is stunning.
David R.
Malibu, CA
Living on the coast, we needed a roof that could handle salt air. The Metal Roof Pros recommended their aluminum standing seam system and explained exactly why steel would not work at our location. Two years later, zero corrosion issues. Worth every penny.
Patricia W.
Pacific Palisades, CA
After the 2024 wildfires, we prioritized fire protection for our rebuild. The Metal Roof Pros installed a Class A rated standing seam system with proper ember-resistant detailing at every penetration point. Our insurance company was very impressed with the fire rating documentation.
Robert K.
Agoura Hills, CA
We own a commercial property in Agoura Hills and needed a reliable roofing contractor. The Metal Roof Pros handled our 12,000 square foot standing seam installation on schedule and on budget. Their commercial crew was professional and incredibly efficient.
Maria G.
Sherman Oaks, CA
Karen and the entire Metal Roof Pros team made the process simple from estimate to final walkthrough. They installed seamless rain gutters to match our new metal roof and the integration between the two systems is perfect. Everything drains exactly where it should.
James H.
Beverly Hills, CA
We had The Metal Roof Pros install a 22-gauge standing seam on our hillside property. The heavier gauge was recommended for the wind exposure and steep pitch. The installation quality is exceptional. Every panel, clip, and flashing is precise.
Linda C.
Woodland Hills, CA
The attic ventilation work The Metal Roof Pros did alongside our standing seam installation made a huge difference in our cooling costs. They installed ridge vents and balanced the intake system properly. Our upstairs rooms are noticeably cooler in summer.
Carlos A.
Pasadena, CA
The Metal Roof Pros replaced our old tile roof with a matte black standing seam and it completely modernized our 1960s ranch home. The crew handled the tear-off and new installation in under a week. Clean work, great communication, outstanding result.
Sarah P.
Studio City, CA
We added new rain gutters when The Metal Roof Pros installed our standing seam roof. They color-matched the gutters to the roof panels perfectly. The seamless gutter system handles our heaviest rains without any overflow issues. Excellent craftsmanship throughout.
Thomas B.
Westlake Village, CA
As a retired general contractor, I am extremely particular about installation quality. The Metal Roof Pros exceeded my expectations. Their clip spacing, flashing details, and underlayment application were textbook perfect. This is how metal roofing should be done.
Angela D.
Brentwood, CA
We chose a slate blue Kynar 500 finish and it looks absolutely beautiful on our contemporary home. The Metal Roof Pros helped us visualize the color with actual panel samples before we committed. The 35-year paint warranty gave us total confidence in the investment.
Mark S.
Northridge, CA
Our commercial building needed a complete re-roof and The Metal Roof Pros delivered a standing seam system that solved our persistent leak problems. Their attention to flashing details around our HVAC units and skylights was impressive. No leaks since installation.
Diane F.
Topanga, CA
Living in a Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zone, our insurance required a noncombustible roof. The Metal Roof Pros installed a Class A rated standing seam system that satisfied every code requirement. Our premium dropped significantly after we submitted the documentation.
Susan M.
Calabasas, CA
The Metal Roof Pros also handled our attic insulation upgrade when they installed the metal roof. The combination of reflective metal panels and proper insulation cut our summer energy bill by about 20%. The house stays cooler without running the AC as hard.
Robert K.
Agoura Hills, CA
We brought The Metal Roof Pros back for a second commercial project because the first installation was flawless. They understand the unique demands of commercial roofing, including foot traffic paths, equipment mounting, and drainage slopes. Highly recommended for any commercial job.
Maria G.
Sherman Oaks, CA
Our home is near the coast and The Metal Roof Pros recommended aluminum panels instead of steel for our location. The aluminum standing seam system has held up perfectly against the salt air. No corrosion, no discoloration, and the warranty covers us for decades.
James H.
Beverly Hills, CA
The gutter installation by The Metal Roof Pros was just as impressive as the roof work. They used 6-inch seamless aluminum gutters with hidden hangers, and the downspout routing was carefully planned to keep our landscaping protected. Outstanding detail work.
Jennifer L.
Encino, CA
When it came to fire hardening our property, The Metal Roof Pros provided a complete assessment. They installed a noncombustible standing seam roof and sealed every vent and soffit with ember-resistant materials. Our home now meets the latest California wildfire building codes.
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