Selecting a paint color for the interior of your home can be overwhelming, but imagine the stress when it comes to painting the exterior. We curated these exterior paint color combinations to inspire you and simplify the decision process.
Selecting Exterior Paint Color Combinations
Is there anything more confusing then selecting exterior paint colors? I think the reason for this is because it is a big commit that requires a lot of time, paint, money, and effort. Plus, you might be stuck with a hideous color for years to come if you get your color palate wrong.
When choosing exterior paint colors, consider the style of the home, surrounding landscape, and roofing. Another thing to consider is the look and feel of your neighbors home. If you live close to your neighbor, you may want to try to coordinate with the color palate of their home.
Other things to consider when selecting exterior paint color combinations are texture, contrast, and warmth. Once you have your color palate, determine where you will bring in these elements to make the home more visually appealing.
Beachy Exterior Paint Color Palates
You don’t have to live near the coast to give your home a beachy exterior color palate. A coastal color palate can take on a neutral and calming feeling if done right. Ditch the idea of sea shells and seahorse because these color palates are far from that.
Navy and White Exterior Colors
Exterior Color Palate Options:
- Sea Serpent SW 7615 and Pure White SW 7005
- Naval SW 6244 and Pure White 7005
Sea Serpent is bold but it acts a neutral shade of navy without any surprises once its painted on the the wall or the exterior of your home. The color is one of those what you see is what you get kind of colors because there are no undertones pulling through.
Naval by Sherwin is a cooler gray-green shade of navy that is great for interior projects or as exterior paint color combinations.
Pure White SW 7005 is a bright white color with a light undertone to warm up the contrasting color. So, this shade is the perfect shade of white that will compliment the opposing color.
Turquoise and Cream Exterior Colors
Exterior Color Palate Options:
- Silvermist SW7621 and Alabaster SW 7008
- Oyster Bay SW 6206 and Alabaster SW 7008
Silvermist is more of a cool green blue that almost acts as a neutral color because it pairs with almost any surrounding colors. The turquoise shutters bring a soft contrast against the cream exterior without feeling too beachy.
Oyster Bay resembles the color Sea Salt but it is less minty due to it slate-blue undertones mixed in. The color has a gray green slate look that gives it a modern coastal feel.
Alabaster is a warm and balance neutral that gives off a cozy and inviting feeling. This color is an excellent color for the exterior of your home if you are looking for a light neutral.
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Dark Modern Exterior Colors
A minimalist exterior typically has a modern feel with sharp roof lines, simple design, and a rich color palate. This moody modern minimalist exterior brings lots of drama even with its monochromatic color scheme. The greenery and stone elements pop against this dark modern exterior.
Exterior Color Palate Options:
- Iron Ore SW7069
- Urbane Bronze
- Black Magic SW6991
You might be thinking the color black is just black. Well, that is far from the truth because there are so many different undertones mixed into paint. Depending on the lighting and surrounding elements, the undertones can pull through. This can give the color a different look and feel, so make sure to be mindful of undertones when selecting any paint color.
Iron Ore is a deep black with cool charcoal undertones mixed in. This color can almost appear as a dark slate gray in certain lighting.
Urbane Bronze is a warm shade of black with a brown-gray undertones pulling through it. This is a great option if you don’t want a stark looking home.
Black Magic is a true shade of black that is dramatic and bold. This color won’t show any undertones because it only has a slight warmth added to it.
Neutral Exterior Colors
You can’t go wrong with a neutral exterior color palate because it will always be in style and you won’t get tired of the look. While the the style is effortless, it can be a little difficult to find the right neutral exterior color.
The reason for this is there are so many shades of white and cream with varying undertones that give the color a totally different look depending on the lighting. For instance a warm shade of white will typically have a yellow undertone that might make the color appear light yellow in certain lighting.
Exterior Color Palate Options:
- Greek Vanilla SW7551
- Oyster White SW7637
Greek Vanilla is a warm and cozy neutral that is very accepting of its surroundings. This color is a great option for trim or as a main color on your exterior or interior project.
Oyster White is a more creamy color with green-beige undertones. So, this color would look great with green shutters or lots of greenery in the yard.
Conclusion
Selecting paint colors for the exterior of your home can be stressful because it is a lot of pressure to get right. It’s a big commit to paint this part of your home, so make sure you take your time before deciding on one of these exterior paint color combinations.
If you aren’t quite ready to take on a big project, try painting the front door for a quick update. Painting an exterior door is much more affordable and can dramatically update your front port for under a $100.