As pivotal hubs for storage, manufacturing, and logistics, COLORBOND® steel warehouses provide a robust shelter for goods, and as they're crafted from Australia's most iconic building material, they embody the perfect blend of strength, versatility, and style.
At Fair Dinkum Builds, we understand that different businesses have different needs, and that's why all of our COLORBOND® steel warehouses are tailor made. So, whether you're a large enterprise looking for a manufacturing and storage facility or a small business in need of somewhere to protect handcrafted goods, there's an option for everyone.
Customisable COLORBOND® Steel Warehouses
You're in total control of every aspect of your COLORBOND® steel warehouse with Fair Dinkum Builds. From the overall size of the structure to the range of available colours and roofing options, you can create a truly unique warehouse that perfectly suits your needs.
Check out our Shed Designer App to see what's possible and what would potentially work for your requirements.
Choose your Profile
Stramit® Corrugated roof and wall cladding
- Corrugated roof and wall cladding is an excellent cost-effective solution for warehouse owners
- Lightweight, durable, and a breeze to install
- A long-established roofing profile, amplified through modern materials and technology.
Stramit Monoclad® roof and wall cladding
- A perfect mix of water-carrying capacity, simple fixings and wind resistance
- Monoclad® cladding is compatible with the Stramit Monolap® lap joint system – allowing for long-run single-pane roofs.
Stramit Longspan® roof and wall cladding
- Stramit Longspan® cladding is quick to install and cost-effective, making it perfect for commercial use.
- The architectural versatility of Stramit Longspan® cladding makes it perfect for warehouses
- Its variable screw pattern facilitates additional design flexibility.
Stramit K-Panel® wall sheeting
- K-Panel® wall sheeting is wide-covering and ideal for smaller warehouses
- Its conventional fastening mechanisms make installing it quick and easy
- The low profile of the K-Panel® wall sheeting requires smaller flashing, which is perfect for small builds.
Stramit Monopanel® wall cladding
- Its clean, traditional lines enhance the exterior of any warehouse
- Monopanel cladding is available in an extensive range of colours and finishes
- Not available in Queensland, Northern Territory, or Western Australia.
Stramit® C-Clad 280 wall sheeting
- Boasts concealed fasteners and traditional lines
- Simple to install and easy to clean
- Suitable for horizontal or vertical applications for extra design options.
Stramit SharpLine® architectural wall cladding
- SharpLine® cladding is a distinguished and eye-catching profile perfect for creating a feature wall on your warehouse
- Transform your warehouse with the striking shadow lines this cladding creates in different light
- SharpLine® can enhance any warehouse with flexible design options and a simple fastening system on offer.
Choose your Colour
The large range of COLORBOND® steel range of designer colours offers a classic and contemporary palette to enhance the beauty of every build.
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Southerly®
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Bluegum®
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Night Sky®
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Surfmist®
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Shale Grey™
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Evening Haze®
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Dune®
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Woodland Grey®
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Monument®
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Gully™
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Jasper®
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Wallaby®
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Ironstone®
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Deep Ocean®
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Windspray®
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Basalt®
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Pale Eucalypt®
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Cottage Green®
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Manor Red®
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Paperbark®
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Classic Cream™
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Dover White™
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.
Choose your Roller Doors
Taurean Commando Series
- Perfect for commercial buildings and warehouses
- Taurean Commando roller doors come in many COLORBOND® steel colour options and ZINCALUME® steel
- A direct drive gear system (smaller sized doors) and planetary gear system (larger sized doors) are available on the Taurean® Commando roller doors to allow raising the door easier
- These doors provide added security top any warehouse and feature long-lasting, smooth operating galvanised brackets.
These Taurean Door Systems roller doors are also offered with Grifco automatic door openers.
Taurean NovaTaur®
- A rounded, tasteful design that balances functionality and aesthetics perfectly
- Strong and rigid design paired with quiet and smooth operation, built to last many cycles
- Offers additional, stylish security to any warehouse.
These Taurean Door Systems roller doors are also offered with Merlin or Grifco automatic door openers.
Taurean Windstrong®
- Windstrong roller doors provide optimal wind and weather protection
- The first-rate option for warehouses in high wind regions
- Features an additional protective sealing strip to prevent leaves or dirt.
These Taurean Door Systems roller doors are also offered with Merlin or Grifco automatic door openers.
Choose your Roof Pitch
5 degrees
5 degrees
- 5º is a distinguished, classy and contemporary roof pitch bound to set your warehouse apart from others
- Can only be utilised on warehouses with monopitched roofs
- A popular option for warehouse owners looking to improve the aesthetics of their buildings.
11 degrees
11 degrees
- A more traditional and time-honoured roof slope
- Can be perfect for both gable and skillion roofed warehouses
- Amplify the stability and integrity of your warehouse with a timeless look.
15 degrees
15 degrees
- 15º is another strong and defined, visually pleasing roof slope, with good water runoff capabilities
- Due to its ample internal clearance, it provides space for tall machinery or vehicles
- Suitable for either gable style and monopitched roof warehouses.
22 degrees
22 degrees
- 22º is the ideal roof pitch to fix solar panels to your warehouse
- Impressive internal clearance gives plenty of roof for machinery or a mezzanine
- Performs well in any weather conditions
- For use with either gable or monopitch roofs.
30 degrees
30 degrees
- The go-to roof slope for heritage-listed buildings
- Provides excellent performance in heavy rainfall areas or snowy regions
- The perfect choice for business owners looking for distinguished architectural profile
- Only available for gable roofs.
45 degrees
45 degrees
- A different, distinctive roofline that closely resembles a church
- Unmatched in its rainwater-carrying performance
- Only an option for gable roofed warehouses.
Step skillion
Step skillion
- Add intrigue and distinction to your warehouse with this ultra-modern roof shape
- Provides the option of additional storage space to one side of your warehouse
- Can provide an innovative solution for warehouses built near height restricting boundaries.
- Can combine different roof pitches suitable for skillion styles.
Eave overhangs
Eave overhangs
- A great option for added protection in all climates and weather conditions
- Eaves help provide weather protection to the warehouse entrance
- A favoured option for business owners who prefer modern and robust design.
Lean-to side walls
Lean-to side walls
- Get the best possible use out of your warehouse space by adding a lean-to next to the business’s central building
- Use it open as a veranda, or enclosed as an extension for additional work spaces or storage
- Can be added to a building with either a gable or monopitch roof
- Can be used on roof pitches ranging between 5º and 22º.
Choose your Extras
Personal access doors
- Convenient and easy access to and from your warehouse – without needing to open the roller doors
- Personal access doors are available to suit varying size requirements, including wider-access doors for wheelchairs, or tools like wheelbarrows
- Available in all 22 standard COLORBOND® steel colour options as well as COLORBOND® steel Matt.
Windows
- Windows bring a warehouse to life by letting in the natural Aussie sunlight
- Save on heating and lighting costs during the day with our shed-specific windows designed to keep warehouses weather tight
- High performance from the AMIA range of windows with additional aluminium trim to neatly finish the exterior look of your warehouse.
Insulation
- Prevent your warehouse from overheating with strong heat-reflecting performance, with optional R rating
- Potentially reduce the need for air conditioning
- Protect the contents of your warehouse and maintain a comfortable working environment during the hottest and coldest
Whirlybirds
- Achieve a steady and continual flow of clean air
- Make your warehouse a comfortable place to be – despite the summer heat
- Avoid damaging any goods by reducing the amount of condensation in the warehouse.
Sliding access doors
- Two sizes of glass sliding doors to complement your warehouse.
- ElTrak sliding doors let you open an entire wall of your warehouse for easy access.
- Ultimate flexibility in how you use your warehouse.
Storage mezzanines
- Get optimal use out of all the available storage space in your warehouse
- Clear the warehouse floor of any clutter or mess
- Allow you to organise your warehouse as you see fit, easily.
Stairs
- We can supply stairs to meet the height requirements of your mezzanine
- Allows for safe and easy access to any storage areas
- We offer stairs made from wood, or – for increased stability – steel.
Partitions
- Divide the interior of your warehouse into smaller spaces with ease
- Flexible dividers give the owner total control over the warehouse’s floor plan
- An ideal solution for warehouses that need to have both customer-facing areas and back-offices.
Gutters
- Create a highly effective rainfall solution to suit your building’s needs and prevent any damage
- Various styles and sizes of gutters are available to suit regional rainfall levels and local compliance requirements
- Gutters are available in our full range of COLORBOND® steel colours to match your warehouse or business.
Skylights
- Potentially reduce heating and lighting costs in your warehouse
- Strong performance from fibreglass or polycarbonate skylight sheeting
- Provides an overall brighter and happier workplace.
Open bays
- Achieve effortless access to and from your warehouse
- Increase the airflow by removing a section of your warehouse wall.
Fire-rated walls
- Fire-rated walls protect your warehouse, and its contents, from neighbouring fires
- Ensures your warehouse complies with fire safety regulations requiring fire-rated walls for industrial and commercial buildings built within 3 metres of boundary lines
- Uses the Stramit Uniguard™ fire resisting boundary wall system.
30-year system warrenty
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.Compliant and safe design
Our products are engineered to the highest safety standards and therefore comply with all national, state and territory building code requirements.What are the Benefits of Building a COLORBOND® Steel Warehouse?
Building a COLORBOND® steel warehouse offers multiple benefits, including:
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Durability: COLORBOND® steel is engineered to withstand the harsh Australian climate, including extreme temperatures, heavy rainfall, and UV exposure. This means that your warehouse will be designed to last, no matter what the elements throw at it.
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Corrosion Resistance: With its advanced corrosion-resistant coating technology, COLORBOND® steel provides superior protection against rust and corrosion, making it ideal for warehouses located in coastal areas prone to moisture and other corrosive elements.
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Low Maintenance: COLORBOND® steel also requires minimal maintenance compared to traditional materials like wood or concrete, and it has a smooth, easy-to-clean surface that doesn't require painting, saving time and resources over the lifespan of your warehouse.
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Fire Resistance: Another great thing about COLORBOND® steel is that it is inherently non-combustible, offering increased fire protection for warehouse facilities and ensuring the safety of workers and stored goods.
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Sustainability: As it is made from recyclable materials and produced using energy-efficient manufacturing processes, COLORBOND® steel is an environmentally friendly choice for warehouse construction. This contributes to green building initiatives and reduces the carbon footprint of the project.
FAQs About Building COLORBOND® Steel Warehouses
How much does it cost to build a COLORBOND® steel warehouse?
As all of our COLORBOND® steel warehouses are designed specifically with your needs in mind, the total price will vary depending on your design options. Contact us today, and we'll walk you through your options before giving you a quote.
Do I need planning permission to build a COLORBOND® steel warehouse in Australia?
Yes, you will need planning permission to build a COLORBOND® steel warehouse in Australia. However, each state and territory has it's own building regulations, but we'll be able to help you navigate these complexities as part of our service.
Where can Fair Dinkum Builds build COLORBOND® steel warehouses?
Fair Dinkum Builds has multiple outlets across Australia, and you can find your nearest here.