Home renovations and upgrades are always exciting, but the endless options can stop you in your tracks. After all, getting lost among hundreds of siding materials and color palettes would be enough to overwhelm anyone. So how do you choose an exterior paint color that fits your style and complements your home's history and architecture? Here are the tips we'd use.
Let the House Style Inform Your Decision
Texas has a wide range of housing styles, and more people build custom homes every year. If you're working with a traditional style like a Tudor, Colonial or Greek Revival home, you may want the architecture and materials to speak for themselves. Choose an elegant, understated color to enhance the home's existing beauty without overwhelming it.
Meanwhile, Victorian homes and cottages almost beg for color. Victorian homes were often painted in deep natural tones, but once newer pigments became available, many owners went bold, and you can too. The ornate elements on these homes pop with a multi-color palette. A cottage can also be painted to echo natural elements for a cheerful, eclectic look.
Look at the Environment Surrounding You
If you're surrounded by lush greenery and blooming flowers, let that guide your home's exterior color. We like a bit of contrast, so try picking a shade on the color wheel opposite the colors most common in your yard and garden.
Texas' state flower is the bluebonnet, so if you've planted them in your garden you might try a warm yellow or orange hue to brighten your property. If that's too bold, stick with a cool, analogous color palette of blue, indigo or violet. We know a fully colorful home isn't for everyone. If you want a more understated look, paint your house a fresh neutral and add a splash of color on the shutters, front door or other small details.
The Shape of Your House
Modern house designs are often minimal, with bold geometric shapes. These homes generally look sharpest in neutrals like black and white, or even simple primary colors. If your house is more traditional with a little more character, you can play with pastels, jewel tones and even multiple colors on the exterior.
Display Texas' History in Your Home
The Lone Star State was once a proud part of the Wild West, and many cattle ranchers still live and work here today. Visitors come from all over to see the cattle drives at the Fort Worth Stockyards. If you have a farmhouse or a ranch-style home, you too can honor its Texas roots.
Try a white or cream base color with a bright red or blue door. Depending on what your siding is made of, you may even be able to achieve a shabby chic look. Whatever the details, start with a fresh coat of white so you have a blank slate for decorating.
Dallas-Fort Worth Exterior Painters
Ready for a fresh coat of paint? Contact Roof Experts in Arlington for a free estimate on a paint job that does your home justice. Our exterior painting service improves curb appeal, and we'll point out any siding, trim or water problems that should be fixed before the paint goes on. Talk to us about what Roof Experts can do for you.