Choosing any paint color is generally a tough task. If you thought deciding on the color scheme of a bedroom or office space was difficult, choosing a color for the outside of your home isn’t any easier. Although there are hundreds of options to choose from, don't become overwhelmed. There are a few factors to consider before finalizing the newest color of your home. Whether you are updating the exterior color for resale purposes or simply for a fresh start, here are some great ideas to take into account.
Consider your surroundings
Although choosing the color of your exterior is ultimately about what you envision fro your home, it is always a great idea to take a look at the other houses on the block. If ascetics are something you value, refrain from choosing a color that clashes with the homes next to yours. However, you also don’t want to pick a color that appears too much like the others. Strive to pick a color that is unique to your home but has a way of complementing the others on the street.
Trim and Other Accent Features
Once you have settled on the main color, choosing an accent or trim color is the next piece of the puzzle. Accent colors have a way of either completely ruining the look of the home or transforming it for the better. To avoid any color clashing, create a color scheme! Consider what color will look best on the trim, the shutters, rain ducts or pipes on the exterior.
Landscaping
Your landscaping should always highlight the most amazing details of your home. Although landscaping can be changed much for easily than paint color, you want to take into account what your yard would look like against the color you are going with. If your home is lined with wonderful rose bushes, vibrant red paint may not be the best choice for your home. You want to avoid any blending between your home and the yard.
The Final Step
Before you commit to any one color, it is a great idea to try a few out first. How a color appears on a swatch can be drastically different to how it looks on the wall, much less in the dark or in daylight. It cant hurt to expose your possible colors to different environments, that way you truly know which one is for you and your home.
If you are overwhelmed by the thought of choosing a color scheme for your home, give us a call here at Hensel Painting. We have provided professional painting services for nearly two decades and feel confident in our ability to help create the home of your dreams. Change is right around the corner. Give us a call today for a free estimate.
