[header] How to paint a metal roof [title] Check with your homeowner's association for any painting regulations. [step] Some homeowner's associations have rules about what kinds of colors can be used to paint houses. If your neighborhood has a homeowner's association, speak with a representative to find out if there are any restrictions you need to know about before you get started. 
[title] Choose a paint that's right for your metal roof. [step] Some historical homes have terne metal roofs, and these need to be painted with oil-based paint.