Exterior paint my house

Real homeowners get real help in choosing paint palettes. Bonus: 3 tips for everyone on picking exterior colors

CURB APPEAL When to Paint Your House Brown

Nature loves brown, from rich soil to sunlit sand, and so do home exteriors with a traditional or Craftsman bent

EXTERIOR COLOR The Joyful Exterior: Perk Up Curb Appeal With a Splash of Green

You may not want to douse your whole house with it, but green can work wonders as an exterior accent color

HOUZZ QUIZ Houzz Quiz: What Color Should You Paint Your House?

Is white right? Maybe dark blue-gray? Take our quiz to find out which color is best for you and your home

CURB APPEAL 5 Bright Palettes for Front Doors

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Splash bold green, blue, orange or red on your front door, then balance it with a more restrained hue on the rest of the house

EXTERIORS How To Get Your Exterior Paint Color Right

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By Kerrie Kelly Design Lab

Your House Color Should Fit You, Your Architecture and Where You Live

EXTERIOR COLOR When to Paint Your Home Gray

This perfectly neutral and highly versatile color can create subtle distinctions among exterior architectural elements or stand on its own

EXTERIOR COLOR When to Paint Your Home Red

Bring on the energy — with red on its exterior, your home can stir up excitement in any setting

EXTERIOR COLOR When to Paint Your Home Yellow

Be a cheer leader with this color that captures the sun and radiates a warm welcome

GREAT HOME PROJECTS How to Get Your Home’s Exterior Painted

By Julie Sheer

Learn how to hire and work with a painting contractor to get the best results