I didn't mention it, but even matching, the old ones were faded and so didn't
match the new ones perfectly. however, the new ones faded as well quickly and
now you couldn't tell by looking. I'd definitely try it at least. the new
ones will fade, and who stares that much at a roof?
-------------- Original message ----------------------
From: scott.hall@comcast.net
> yes, I replaced a fairly large chunk of the roof on a house we bought when it
> developed a leak. it was on the back of the house and maybe four people have
> seen it since then in five years. however, I walked into lowes and happened
>to
> find the exact same kind and color of shingle on closeout for some insanely
> cheap amount. I'd at least look around a bit and see if you can match it.
> additionally, they'll weather and fade to made pretty quickly.
>
> -------------- Original message ----------------------
> From: Trevor Boicey <trevor@boicey.com>
> > Has anyone ever attempted to change SOME of the shingles on a house? Any
> > luck getting colour matched?
> >
> > My roof suffered some damage in the "big winter" this year, but only in
> > one place, which happens to be front and centre...
> >
> > The roof is older, but still has life in it except for that spot.
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