Understanding the differences in Solar Aesthetics
A comprehensive guide on making your solar system add to your curb appeal, add value to your property and add a little bling to your home. We often get asked ‘Will solar look ugly on my roof?” this explains why better products helps your solar system make your property pop!
Why Solar Aesthetics are Important.
There are many reasons customers ask for good looking solar panels and installations. When you see a typical solar advertisement, many retailers market all black panels but on the day of installation you are left with something less desirable.
If you can see your solar array from the street the look conveyed by the panels can say a lot about your home and the quality of the work completed.
Many solar systems take up a significant amount of your roof space so it’s important to make the right decision.
Visual Appeal
The uniform, sleek appearance of all-black panels, mounts and railings exude elegance, they are a stylish addition to the home and delivery a contemporary look to the home.
Prestige
Homeowners who choose ‘all black’ panels are typically investing in a higher quality system. This reflects good taste and a care about the home.
Progressive
All black panels are innovative in their design. This aligns with those looking at staying up to date with modern technology and advancements in solar energy.
The differences between ‘all black’ and ‘black frame’
Many retailers out there will quote you on what looks like a ‘all black’ panel. There are big differences in the way the panels will look on your home if you choose an option for ‘all black’ versus a panel with only a black frame.
Black Frame
Black frame solar panels typically come with a black outside fixture framing the modules. The modules sit against a white back sheet with silver surrounding each module. These panels are typically a lot cheaper to manufacture and don’t look as good on houses as they look dated.
Whilst we do stock these panels our preference is a good looking system which compliments your property.
All Black
All Black Solar Panels are manufactured the same way through the same processes, except black adhesives are used around junction boxes and other electronics on all-black modules. This leaves you with a sleek look which, if coupled with the right racking compliments your property.
We couple all black panels with all black racking which leaves you with a seamless, elegant, floating look.
Black Racking and Mounts
Another key component in your solar installation which will affect the way the panels will look on your roof the racking, mounting and rails used to hold the panels onto the roof.
Silver Rails
The rails sit underneath your panels. Due to installation regulations the panels will not sit directly flush against your roof and will be visible on most installations. This quite often clashes with the panels and roof leaving you with an unsightly installation.
Black Rails
Black rails come at a more premium price but those that are coupled with ‘all black’ panels will blend in with the panels and leave your panels looking like they are floating above your rooftop. Matching all the right parts will leave your home with an aesthetically pleasing look.