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8 years ago

would the opposite date the look or is it all dependent upon the trim? width utilized. It is so difficult to find examples other than white trim, white windows. we don't want to go traditional or have it look dated but this white trend is tough to keep dusted & cleaned to magazine photo readiness 24/7...lol we live in the real world and plus I don't want to see every crack created by temp changes and house shifting as these all white trimmed homes...just today toured a brand new home on parade tour and found such multiple places...yikes touch-up can't be fun.

Clear stained wood window sash and painted window trim provides simple detail. · More Info

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James Hill Architect, AIA
8 years ago
The opposite (wood trim) does date the look...but hey I was alive in the 70's. I'm also good with dust and dirt...same reason. These white surfaces you show are flat and vertical the horizontal dust gatherers darker wood. White trim is classic and easy to paint over.--two good reasons for white. Dated? Check out 19th century shaker style below.
simone7000
5 years ago
What did you end up doing? Would love to see photos. Trying to decide what to do too.

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