Exterior colors

14 years ago

Finally got the roof replaced with architectural shingles - white/grey. Now I'd like to finish painting the exterior. It's primed in white right now and I have wooden decorative shutters that I may put back up. Both next door neighbors are green and I've already had blue and grey. This area's made of ranch-style early 60's homes. Any ideas for natural three combo (main, trim, accent) that may or may not include the purple of the address numbers? Thanks!

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Cynthia Taylor-Luce
14 years ago
How about using Farrow & Ball colours for some nice historical references. First I'd do the house in CREAM No. 44 "A classic colour based only on the addition of yellow ochre and in this case a little lamp black."

Then the shutters can be MOUSE'S BACK No. 40 "A quiet, neutral dark stone or drab colour."

The front door can be CAT'S PAW No. 240 "this is a good yellow-based neutral".

You can have this paint mixed at a good paint store that has computer formulas to closely duplicate these colours.

I would paint the numbers in black so they'll stand out well against the house.
tammypp
Original Author
14 years ago
Great suggestions! Maybe even a black mailbox or the Mouse Back to match shudders :) Thanks!
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Cynthia Taylor-Luce
14 years ago
Glad you're inspired! I think a black mailbox... And add a nice sisal 'Welcome' mat too!

You will have the prettiest house in the neighbourhood ;)