help with exterior colors

7 years ago

Time to paint the house. We had a color consultant suggest Sherwin-Williams Portico for the main color. Then Iron Ore for the shutters. Pure white for above and below the windows and around the door area. The front door is tinted, so you can’t see the color of the front door either way, but she suggested painting that iron ore as well. She also suggested Iron Ore for the garage door. I just don’t know, and messing up exterior would be a costly mistake. Looking for any suggestions.

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Anna (6B/7A in MD)

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

Did you observe some of her work? Did you like it?

Are you looking for contrast or just a different vibe from the all-neutral palette you have now?

Personally, I think 3 colors plus the stone is too much.

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lynnbrehm
Original Author
7 years ago
I have seen her work on other homes (interior and exterior) and I just love everything! I love the look of homes with the 3 colors, but I just wonder if it will be too much with the stone.
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daisiesandbutterflies
7 years ago
I think it will be fine. Go for it!
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Flores Artscape, Inc.
7 years ago
It could be a very nice combination. Is she able to show you a mock-up of what it will look like with the colors?
lynnbrehm
Original Author
7 years ago
She is not. So the portico was way too light. An alternative was SW Anonymous, but I fear it will come across as green. And that it will clash with the stone vs compliment it.
lynnbrehm
Original Author
7 years ago
The original color is 12 years old! It’s Sycamore Tan from Sherwin-Williams Williams.
Joan Head
6 years ago
Just curious as to what you decided to use. My house has similar colors and Im looking at paint charts now. Thanks!
lynnbrehm
Original Author
6 years ago
A final pic of the colors! We love the Iron Ore shutters!