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linda_louden77

Exterior white for north facing house

4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago

I have a home with a north facing exposure so my house front is in shade the entire day. I have deep brown framed windows, rot iron and a dusty brown roof (pic). Im wanting to paint my slump block a light color, add some shutters and some creamy light brick in the porch area by the front door and my garage. Because it is northern exposure and will cast a cool shade all day I have agonized what white color to go with. I have tested White Dove but it seems too bright and Ben Moores Swiss Coffee that still looks like a warmer bright white and not much different than White Dove.

What whites are best for north exterior exposure that are not too bright. Any suggestions appreciated.





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