Carports have become a convenient option to protect your car from the elements. They are significantly cheaper than a full garage, but they're just as versatile. Gable roof carports, for example, allow you to utilise your roof space for storage or other applications. They also add an extra touch of style to your carport and can add to your home's aesthetic.
Customisable gable carport design
You may think a gable carport has a standard style, but there are so many things you can do with it to make it your own. At Fair Dinkum, we offer you the opportunity to design your own gable carport from start to finish. Using our shed designer app, you can create your dream carport, designing its size, colour, shape and style to suit the dynamic of your home.
Choose your Gable Carport Profile
Stramit K-Panel® wall sheeting
- A broad-covering cladding perfect for smaller walled carports
- K-Panel® cladding is optimised for easy-assembly and fitting
- Pair with a roofing profile and add one or more protective walls to your carport.
Stramit K-Panel® wall sheeting
- A broad-covering cladding perfect for smaller walled carports
- K-Panel® cladding is optimised for easy-assembly and fitting
- Pair with a roofing profile and add one or more protective walls to your carport.
Stramit Monoclad® roof and wall cladding
- Monoclad® cladding is a perfect blend of water-carrying capacity, wind resistance and easy installation
- Compatible with the Stramit Monolap® joint system to allow single panel, long-run roofs.
Stramit Monopanel® wall cladding
- Monopanel® cladding adds walls to your carport with sleek, even lines
- Available in a wide variety of colour options
- Unavailable in the Northern Territory, Queensland or Western Australia.
Stramit® Corrugated roof and wall cladding
- A sturdy and reliable cladding that’s simple and quick to install
- Achieves a traditional aesthetic, through contemporary design methods and tools
- Stramit® Corrugated cladding is lightweight and easy to handle.
Choose your Gable Carport Colours
The large range of COLORBOND® steel range of designer colours offers a classic and contemporary palette to enhance the beauty of every build.
- Gully™
- Ironstone®
- Monument®
- Paperbark®
- Evening Haze®
- Shale Grey™
- Dune®
- Windspray®
- Pale Eucalypt®
- Wallaby®
- Jasper®
- Manor Red®
- Woodland Grey®
- Southerly®
- Classic Cream™
- Dover White™
- Cottage Green®
- Deep Ocean®
- Surfmist®
- Basalt®
- Bluegum®
- Night Sky®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® steel and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
The large range of COLORBOND® steel range of designer colours offers a classic and contemporary palette to enhance the beauty of every build.
- Gully™
- Ironstone®
- Monument®
- Paperbark®
- Evening Haze®
- Shale Grey™
- Dune®
- Windspray®
- Pale Eucalypt®
- Wallaby®
- Jasper®
- Manor Red®
- Woodland Grey®
- Southerly®
- Classic Cream™
- Dover White™
- Cottage Green®
- Deep Ocean®
- Surfmist®
- Basalt®
- Bluegum®
- Night Sky®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® steel and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Create a softer, more subtle look with a true Matt finish.
- Bluegum®
- Basalt®
- Surfmist®
- Monument®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® steel Matt colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® steel Matt and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
More weather protection for steel industrial buildings in coastal and industrial environments.
- Windspray®
- Shale Grey™
- Wallaby®
- Dune®
- Monument®
- Surfmist®
- Woodland Grey®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The COLORBOND® Ultra steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
COLORBOND® Ultra steel and ® colour names are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Apply MagnaFlow® sheeting to your steel building projects for more durability and extra protection in corrosive environments.
- MagnaFlow® Off White
- MagnaFlow® Birch
- MagnaFlow® Armour Grey
- MagnaFlow® Slate Grey
- MagnaFlow® Monolith
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The MagnaFlow® colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
MagnaFlow® is a registered trademark of Fletcher Building Holdings Limited.
SuperDura™ Stainless steel is design to provide performance in severe coastal and industrial environments.
- Windspray®
- Dune®
- Deep Ocean®
- Surfmist®
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The SuperDura™ Stainless steel colour swatches displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
SupaDura™ Stainless steel and ® colour names are trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. ABN 16 000 011 058.
Achieve the design edge you’re looking for with the UniCote® LUX world-first, innovative multi-paint method and stand out from the crowd.
UniCote® LUX finishes are only available in Stramit SharpLine® and Monopanel® cladding.
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UniCote® LUX Silver Quartz
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UniCote® LUX Zinc Graphite
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UniCote® LUX Pentagon
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UniCote® LUX Spectrum
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UniCote® LUX Weathered Iron
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UniCote® LUX Ashwood
Colour lead times may vary on certain finishes in some areas. Check with your Fair Dinkum Builds representative before ordering.
The UniCote® LUX images displayed have been reproduced to represent actual product colours as accurately as possible. However, we recommend checking your chosen colour against an actual sample of the product before purchasing, as varying light conditions, screens and devices may affect colour tones and finishes.
UniCote® is a registered trademark of Colossal Management Pty Ltd.
Choose your Gable Carport Roof Pitch
11 degrees
- Gable-roofed carport owners often favour 11º roof slopes
- Often considered the go-to choice for residential carports
- Cannot be used on skillion roofed carports.
11 degrees
- Gable-roofed carport owners often favour 11º roof slopes
- Often considered the go-to choice for residential carports
- Cannot be used on skillion roofed carports.
15 degrees
- Cuts a stronger, visually-pleasing roofline
- 15º roof pitches give carports a larger internal clearance area
- Can be the ideal carport for caravan or large vehicle owners
- Only suitable for gable roof carports.
22 degrees
- 22º is an excellent roof pitch to fix solar panels onto your carport
- It provides an extensive clearance area that can easily fit large vehicles
- Performs well generally in all weather
- Only available with gable roof carports.
30 degrees
- Works excellently in all climates and weather conditions including snow or heavy rain
- Can only be used on carports with gable roofs
- The considerable clearance area that 30º roof pitches offer allows for large vehicles.
45 degrees
- A distinctive and uncommon roofing profile that is similar to a church
- Cuts a visually charming profile, and provides a significant clearance area
- 45º roof slopes perform excellently in heavy rainfall areas
- Suitable only for gable roof carports.
5 degrees
- A sleek and contemporary aesthetic, with a classically subtle gradient
- Can be ideal for carports in residential areas that value aesthetics
- Is only available on carports with monopitched roofs.
Dutch Gable
- Gives your carport a spacious internal clearance
- Adds a decorative touch to your property while providing weather protection for your vehicles.
Choose your Gable Carport Extras
Gutters
- Our range of gutters provide options to ensure your carport will comply with various regional regulations
- Sizes vary depending on regional rainfall requirements
- Choose from a wide variety of styles and COLORBOND® steel colour options to suit your property.
Gutters
- Our range of gutters provide options to ensure your carport will comply with various regional regulations
- Sizes vary depending on regional rainfall requirements
- Choose from a wide variety of styles and COLORBOND® steel colour options to suit your property.
Skylight
- Let the Aussie sun shine into your carport
- Save on any potential lighting costs, particularly if your carport is multi-use
- Our skylights are made from fibreglass, or polycarbonate panelling for optimum endurance.
Our industry-leading system warranty offers you peace of mind and security. All Fair Dinkum Builds designs are engineered using our unique software solutions and backed by our technical expertise, meaning we'll guarantee they'll withstand wind conditions for 30 years.
That's over and above any materials warranty you get from our suppliers.
Our system warranty is subject to the limitations and qualifications set out in the Warranty Terms and Conditions available here.
Our products are engineered to the highest safety standards and therefore comply with all national, state and territory building code requirements.
Our sheds are also ShedSafe accredited – an industry recognised stamp of approval, so you know that your shed will protect you, your family and your investment.
Why build your gable carport with Fair Dinkum builds?
When you opt for Fair Dinkum Builds to build your gable carport, you benefit from having a team with the best-localised expertise in gable carport design and construction, using high-quality materials that comply and surpass industry standards. With a focus on efficiency, we guarantee timely completion without compromising on quality, all at a competitive and transparent pricing. Here are a few other reasons why you should build your gable carport with Fari Dinkum Builds
30-year system warranty
Our team of experts have built countless carports, compounding their expertise with everyone. We are also dedicated to producing high-quality products that'll last in Australia's harsh weather conditions. For this reason, we offer our customers an industry-leading 30-year warranty system, ensuring that our products will withstand wind conditions for up to 30 years.
ShedSafe accredited
In addition to our system warranty, our products have also received Shedsafe accreditation, meaning that they have been recognised within the industry for being safe and reliable products. What more could you want to protect your car?
National network of experts
We also work alongside a national network of experts who are dedicated to designing and constructing high-quality products that are made to stand the test of time.
Customised design
With our custom design option, you can design your own carport to match it seamlessly to the rest of your home. Whether you want to add a roller door, skylight or mezzanine to give you extra storage, the choice is yours.
High-quality materials
Our gable carports use top-notch materials that meet Australian Standards, featuring advanced COLORBOND and Stramit steel. With over 50 years of research, we ensure they're tough, easy to maintain, and stylish – perfect for the Australian climate. We're committed to providing you with the very best in gable carports.
FAQs
Yes, to build a gable carport, you will need to get council approval first. While this is required by most councils, we'd suggest you check with your local council first, as their regulations may differ depending on what state you live in. For assistance with the approval process, contact your local Fair Dinkum branch, and our team will help you through the process.
Building a gable carport will vary in price depending on a few factors. Size and material generally make up most of the cost. The bigger your carport, the more materials you'd need, leading to it costing more. For a more specific quote, contact our team at your local depot, and we'll help you out with a free quote.
Gable roof carports can have different slopes depending on the roof pitch you choose. We offer your roof pitches from 5° to 45°.