Your home exterior is what people see first, and it is, therefore, vital to choose the right colors for the exterior paint so that you can get great curb appeal. On the other hand, there are so many shades to pick from, so it can be hard to settle on colors that will go well with your house style.
Keep reading to learn three expert tips on choosing the best exterior house paint colors (สีทาบ้าน, which is the term in Thai) that will suit harmoniously.
Consider Your Home’s Style And Surroundings
The style of the architecture of your house might be your biggest clue in choosing the naturally colored exterior that suits your home best. For instance, traditional houses like the Victorian or Colonial styles often complement classic shades such as blue, green, yellow and red.
You can also go with shades that match your surroundings too; houses surrounded by trees look great with nature-inspired greens, browns and greys, while a house near the ocean might call for cool blues and seafoam accents. Think of the permanent elements, such as the roof color, stone or brick exterior, and choose the color that goes well with them.
Make A Consistent Color Theme
A scheme for most homes is three colors. A main or “body” color, an accent for doors, shutters and trim, and a tertiary color for details like porch ceilings and railings.
Choose your main hue from the three first. That is the tone of the middle that should dominate the surface. The accent color should have either a deep or light tone that is in the same shade family as the main color. The last accent color can either be in the same color scheme as the body or accent shade or it could be a perfect balance with a pop of contrast.
Highlight Architectural Details
When you pick the range of colors you will use, apply them to enhance the house’s architectural features and dimensions. Emphasize the doors, shutters, columns, trims, and other elements using an accent color to give the picture more real-life depth and features.
Try adding a highlight element such as dark navy blue double front doors, pure white columns or warm wood on the windows and trims. Whereas older homes with plain facades may require an accent color as a third to distinguish small details such as porch ceilings, railings or gables.
Remember that you should not use a lot of different accent shades to keep things simple. If you are using multi-colored bricks, stone or siding then choosing the more subtle shades of paint and the accent colors will allow the elements of nature to come together beautifully.
When carefully planned, you can have an amazing exterior paint design that will remain new for many years to come.
