I would stick with urban grey on the render. It will become the body of the exterior, and is neutral enough for living spaces not to feel to risky, bit still feel contemporary. Landscape against it will become the feature outdoors. Monument for colourbond as in gutters and fascia? Yes, as it will be the closest colourbond colour to the klavier used on the front ga de, and as they won't be seen at he same time, it is a best fit scenario. Although, I do not recommend it as a roof colour, and perhaps it isn't available in roofing anyway. This is because of the heat absorption. As it is low pitched but somewhat visible, I would go with a horizon colour, not introducing another one, rather just a construction tone, so for me either galvanized. So it remains a structural material rather than a fashion statement, or if you want something more polished, then I would go surf mist. The roof will disappear in this colour and blend into the sky, after all, the actual building from ground level will be all you see, and the roof will only be visible in relation to the building from a far. Neighbours will appreciate the unobtrusiveness of the surf mist, but you will save on energy costs Also. But of course, it is just an opinion, but one I'd be happy to stand behind for my own home. Good luck. Love to see pictures of your progress.

Vy - I can't work out how to email you. https://www.houzz.com.au/discussions/4252622/pensioner-painting-own-home There is a post seeking help with a colour question, but it's in Photo Questions. Link above.

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