Help! Getting new roof/gutters, want advice on exterior colors/columns

5 years ago

last modified: 5 years ago

We are getting a new roof (likely GAF Timberline HD shingles in Pewter Grey color) and this is inspiring me to finally make some other exterior changes. I do not like the stark contrast of the white trim, columns and gutters, dark black roof and shutters and red door and want something that feels warmer and a little more dimensional, with a door color that still pops a bit. We aren't going to paint the brick so I need colors that work with the current brick color. I also do not like the columns at all and want to swap them out, not sure yet if they are structural or what the options are there but do not like the style and there are a lot of them... I'm stuck, any advice on a color palette and what to do with the columns? When we replace the roof we are also doing the gutters so would love advice on what color gutters to go with. And siding and trim. New windows aren't in the budget right now so I'm not sure how to blend everything with the current white windows too. Help!

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BeverlyFLADeziner
5 years ago
This is your new shingle color. Very Good.

Red Brick with Gray trim

Red Brick with Limestone color trim & gray shutters

Red Brick with Gray
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Anna (6B/7A in MD)
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
I just had GAF Pewter Gray installed.

I LOVE that color brick for a house. It’s a classic color.

I think the white is too stark and you need a creamy color. I would also consider a navy blue for the door.
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chloebud
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
I really like your new roof color. It's less severe than the current roof color. I'm a big fan of red brick with white and black...classic.
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
Yes the pillars are structural I am not sure if they are all needed but that will be determined by a pro. As for colors A nice shade of gray/ green with that roof and brick will be nice I would remove the shutters since most of them are too small anyway.Your gutters need to be the same color as the roof they are not a design element.Maybe just wood cladding for the pillars painted the same as the trim in the green some nice big planters by the door with seasonal plantings and then decide on a door color
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chloebud
5 years ago
I agree the shutters are too small. Another factor, IMO, is the windows are really not the style or right size for them.