Dare to be bolder in your paint choices
If there’s one thing that an exterior paint job will do for your home, it’s give it some brand new curb appeal! Many homeowners are branching out beyond the typical grey, beige, and—groundbreaking stuff—greige to embrace eye-catching colour.
We’re not talking about fluorescent pink or lime green, unless that’s what floats your boat. You can add some vibrancy to your home without creating an eyesore. Not sure which path to take? Here are some tips for a brighter, bolder exterior paint project.
Dip a toe in with safer paint picks
You don’t have to move too far out of your comfort zone to add a splash of colour to your house. There are options that are fairly “safe” but a step beyond the typical grey or white. You could try navy, an understated but very elegant home colour, particularly with a crisp white trim. You could opt for a slightly more saturated version of the current colour, or a grey with more blue undertones that feels a little brighter than the typical.
Consider pastels
These muted colours are perfect for older homes and those with surrounding gardens, transforming a suburban house into a dreamy cottage. Without the saturation of jewel tones, they still feel appropriate for a home exterior. They also come in the full range of colours: pink, green, blue, yellow, and more. If prettiness is your goal, pastels are the paint for you!
Focus on the trim
A bold choice that can result in unique and attractive curb appeal is to stick to white, cream, or similar for the walls and choose a muted colour like olive green or dusty blue for the trim. Done right, this can look fabulous and make your home stand out without super bright colours used.
Pop some colour here and there
You can add colour to your home exterior in many different ways. If you’re drawn to a particular shade but can’t commit to covering the house in it, think about where else you could use it. The fence? The eaves? The front door? We love the look of a porch ceiling painted classic sky blue. Get creative.
Consult a professional
Choosing exterior house colours is a big responsibility, particularly if you’re daring to step outside the box a bit. Using a colour consultant is a great way to feel confident in your decisions and be introduced to ideas you might never have thought of yourself. Wall Treats can connect you to one of these talented professionals!
If you want some colour in your life and a bit of extra curb appeal for your next project, then get in touch with Wall Treats!
We’d love to make your colourful exterior dreams come true.
