"I choose COLORBOND® steel primarily for roofing and cladding for aesthetic reasons. It provides the look we are after and offers unparalleled flexibility in colours," he said.

Mr Green said buyers of his company's beachfront homes had shown a preference for COLORBOND® steel in a combination of blues and whites, such as the colour Deep Ocean with the colour Surfmist.

"COLORBOND® steel in reds and greens - such as Manor Red and Cottage Green - are preferred in the rural districts, and Woodland Grey is a popular colour generally at present," he said.

M & J Green Builders specialises in homebuilding in the Shoalhaven region and builds further afield on request, such as in the districts surrounding Batemans Bay.

The company is one of many Australia-wide which has registered for the COLORBOND® steel Make the Right Choice and Win competition. Builders can register to be a part of the promotion by filling out the official participating builder form.

New home buyers who choose building products made from COLORBOND® steel - including fencing, fascia and gutters, or building frames made from ZINCALUME® steel - receive additional entries into the competition*.

The competition is now into its third phase, which ends on June 30. Both a consumer and builder in NSW will win an entertainment package.

For information about becoming a registered builder for the Make the Right Choice and Win Competition, contact BHP Steel direct on 1800 022 999 or visit <www.colorbond.com>

* Terms and conditions apply