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lesley_gilbert

My husband and I just bought this house. It's screaming for a new paint job. Any suggestions on colors? I'm ha

13 years ago
Here are two pictures of the house, one in the middle of the afternoon when it is very bright and another during morning hours.
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  • 13 years ago
    Houses need to be lighter than the roof. Since this roof is a cool neutral brown roof, I'd use a very pale taupe on it - something like http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW7528-windsor-greige/
    Creamy white trim, lighten the eaves and fascia, leave the garage door as is if it coordinates, if not, use the body tone. Go for something fun like a plum front door - http://www.sherwin-williams.com/homeowners/color/find-and-explore-colors/paint-colors-by-family/SW0022-patchwork-plum/

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