Camden Council Material and Colour Guide 2023 16.06.23 Final Version - Flipbook - Page 12
FEDERATION
WEATHERBOARD
c.1890 - c.1915
Federation Weatherboard housing was a common variation
to classic Federation design, utilising the more economical
timber in place of brick. In the Camden area full brick
buildings were generally rare prior to the Second World War.
Therefore, most representations of the Federation aesthetic
have been constructed in weatherboard. This style carries
many of the same architectural elements seen in other
Federation styles including Queen Anne, Arts and Crafts, and
Bungalow, with decorative features usually utilising timber.
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MAIN
COLOUR SCHEMES
Weatherboard houses are generally painted in pale creams and ivory
with focus on architectural elements. What colours can I use to paint a
Federation Weatherboard building?
TIPS
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Matte finish paint types should be utilised on weatherboard structures
rather than alternate high gloss finishes, which are used for joinery.
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Non-traditional paint types such as elastomeric paint should be
avoided as it may damage original materials like brickwork.
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For a wider selection of appropriate colours, refer to the colour matrix
on page 34.
Biscuit X42
Light Buff
381C: 358
Cream Y34
Straw Y24
DETAILS
Mid Brunswick
381C: 226
White N14
Eau-De-Nil G26
Gulf Red BS
381C: 473
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