A. It is possible to paint asphalt shingles, but many professionals recommend against it. So, if you decide to paint your shingles, then you’ll have to periodically maintain it with a fresh coat. To do the job you’ll need a high-quality, 100-percent acrylic latex paint with a flat finish.Click to see full answer. In this regard, can you change the color of your roof shingles?Asphalt shingle color can be changed over a few days without replacing the roof. Many homes have asphalt- or fiberglass-based shingle roofs. The roof needs to be in good condition and cleaned of all debris, mold, mildew or other problems. Once the roof is clean, changing the color can be done over several days.Beside above, how do you paint an asphalt roof? Paint asphalt shingles to extend their life and give your roof a makeover. Climb on the roof with an extension ladder. Wash the shingles with a pressure washer set on low to prevent damaging the shingles. Pour 2 to 3 gallons of acrylic paint primer into a 5-gallon bucket. Place the bucket of paint on the roof. Also to know, what kind of paint do you use on shingles? If you decide to paint your roof shingles, using the right paint is critical. Look for an acrylic (water-based) paint specially designed for use on roofs. This type of paint lets accumulated moisture escape from the shingles.Can asphalt shingles be stained?A. If anyone has stained/moldy shingles and didn’t want to “damage” your shingles by bleaching and removing the gravel with spraying, you can stain your shingles. It works.