Turn Heads With These Exterior House Paint Color Combos

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If you want to boost your home’s curb appeal without doing any major renovations, a new exterior house color may be just what you need. Although choosing a new color may sound simple, there’s actually a lot to consider. You can go for a classic neutral or pick a more daring shade to show off your style. Plus, you have to think about the siding of your home, the color of your front door, the trim, landscaping and many other exterior aspects. You’ll also want to make sure you absolutely love the color before going through with it.

“Exterior paint will always appear brighter outside, so it is wise to start with a sample of the color that is one shade down from what you wish to achieve,” says Mary Anne Smiley of Mary Anne Smiley Interiors. Smiley also recommends doing a two-coat sample in the area where the most light hits the house so you can really be sure of the color before painting the whole exterior.

Whether you’re just starting to think about repainting your home or you already have some color options in mind, take inspiration from these exterior color combinations before you make that big investment.

Sand + Brown

With a fountain and all, Allison Armour transforms this subtle sand-colored home into a peaceful sanctuary. “Neutral colors, such as off-white, cream and pale gray will create a more contemporary, fresh look without calling undue attention to the color, allowing the home design to stand out,” says Smiley.

Try Glidden’s Sandcastle Symphony

Photo by: Patricia Burke

Red + White + Blue

This home’s all-American color scheme makes for a dazzling exterior. Go for a bright, lively design with the colors of the flag. With a red door as the point of contrast, you can’t go wrong with this classic color combination.

Try Behr’s Haute Couture

White + Gray

You can’t go wrong with some of the most popular house paint colors out there. Style by Emily Henderson keeps it classic with an all-white design and gray roof. Still, there’s always room for an accent. Check out the light blue door that adds a bit of energy to the exterior.

Try Sherwin-Williams’ White Snow

Photo by: Kaitlin Green

Beige + Gray

Another take on neutrals, this attractive homes pairs a mostly beige exterior with a gray roof and white trim. This home blends in with its surrounding (in the best way possible) for a calm, relaxing environment. Simply grab a seat near the fire or on the front porch and take in the breeze.

Try HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams’ Stucco

Photo by: Patricia Burke

Classic Blue + White

This rich shade of blue contrasts nicely with the all-white columns and wood door. If you’re going for something a bit more colorful but you don’t want to stand out too much, this classic blue look may be right for you. Just don’t forget about the white trim!

Try Farrow & Ball’s Stiffkey Blue

Taupe + Teal + White

Taupe-colored siding is definitely a timeless choice, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be a lively one. The teal window shades and white trim along the windows and doorway add a subtle brightness to this classic exterior. Plus, there are always plants and flowers you can rely on for even more color.

Try Farrow & Ball’s Shadow Gray

Charcoal + Stone

Don’t be afraid to go bold with a dark color palette like Brepurposed does here. If your house has stone features, or you’d like to incorporate them, complement them with a matching shade that highlights the architecture so it stands out rather than blends in.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Blacktop

Light Green + Brown + Yellow

Who doesn’t love a light green? This trendy color, when paired with brown and yellow, makes for an exterior that will never go out of style. Just colorful enough to make a statement without being too bold, this home gives off a warm and welcoming vibe.

Try Sherwin-Williams’ Soft Sage

Photo by: Patricia Burke

Blue + Gray + Yellow

A Pretty Life in the Suburbs uses bright yellow to add a pop of color to an otherwise more traditional color scheme. This inviting home has a mix of grays and blues. However, the star of the show is, of course, the colorful entryway.

Try Behr’s Adirondack Blue

Brown + White + Stone

With a combination of brown paint, stone and a white trim, this rustic home has a clean and inviting look. Highlighted by the white paint, the entryway feels larger and more open. Although this home flaunts a neutral color scheme, there’s still room for contrast between the white and traditional brown.

Try Glidden’s Authentic Brown

Light Green + Blue + Yellow

“Grayed colors such as charcoal, putty, gray green and gray blue will lend an air of tradition, stateliness and classicism,” says Smiley. This gray-green exterior is no exception. The blue trim and yellow doorway add a splash of color to this classic home.

Try Sherwin-Williams’ Forever Green

Slate Gray

Sleek, soothing and bold all at once, this modern home stands out in the best way possible. Chris Loves Julia creates a striking exterior using mostly just one color.

Try Behr’s Carbon Copy

White + Coral Blue

The coral blue door gives this home a bright, friendly demeanor. Take a cue from Tatertots & Jello and draw attention to the heart of your home’s exterior with a color that contrasts with the rest of your house. If your home’s exterior is already painted a neutral color, this could be just the way to spruce it up without painting the whole house.

Try HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams’ Gentle Aquamarine

Sage Green + Brown + Gray

This green home by Patula Builders blends in with the surrounding landscape, giving off a modern farmhouse look. Consider adding light brown, blue gray and white for more color and contrast.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Saybrook Sage

Photo by: Patricia Burke

Light Yellow + Dark Green

Go for a playful yellow exterior and contrast with darker hues for an eye-catching color scheme. In this case, the dark green doorways bring balance to the yellow siding. It’s a unique take on the classic barn house design.

Try Dunn-Edwards’ Spring Buttercup

Photo by: Patricia Burke

Sand + Red

Don’t be afraid of color when it comes to refreshing your home’s exterior. Style by Emily Henderson shows how red is always in style with this stand-out entryway. It’s the perfect pick if you’re looking for contrast.

Try Farrow & Ball’s Romesco

Photo by: Sara Ligorria-Tramp

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Baby Blue + White

Go for a more playful design with a light blue exterior, which complements brick details. This attractive home proves that blues aren’t just for beach or lake houses — you can go for color regardless of where you live.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Fairy Tale Blue

Pastel Red + White

If a true red feels a bit too bold for your liking, try a lighter shade like Fynes Designs does here. The architectural symmetry of this home is highlighted by the white trim around the entryway and window frames, giving the property a traditional look.

Try Glidden’s Red Cedar

Black + Blue

Black and blue isn’t always a bad thing. This home seen in Style by Emily Henderson pairs slate blue with a clean black doorway for a visually appealing design. You can even take it one step further with your home’s exterior decor, adding wood accents and purple flowers for an attractive color combination.

Try Farrow & Ball’s Black Blue

Photo by: Sara Ligorria-Tramp

Blue Gray + Beige

Cheryl Clendenon of In Detail Interiors pairs slate with a grayish-brown color for a neutral masterpiece, proving that these colors can be anything but boring.

Try Sherwin-Williams’ Downing Slate

Photo by: Steven Gray

Wood + White + Blue

“Painted white brick says you are very confident, and not afraid to stand out, as it will be very bright in contrast to all natural surroundings,” says Smiley. Sugar & Cloth‘s white brick exterior is definitely eye-catching, especially with the light blue doorway and wood accents.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Polar Sky

Dark Gray + Light Gray

Go for a bold look with a black doorway like Homemade by Carmona does here. The blogger transformed the exterior of her home by simply painting her white doorway black.

Try Dunn-Edward’s Carbonized Wood

Dark Blue + Brick

Take inspiration from Andrea Uzarowski of Süti & Co. and go for a dark green-blue that pops against the red brick. The balance between the two colors, along with the white trim, makes for an attractive exterior that naturally draws in all who pass by.

Try Farrow & Ball’s Hague Blue

Photo by: Lauren DeFilippo

Tan + Gray + White

This sandy beige home fits in naturally with the surrounding nature and landscaping. While the white trim highlights the clean lines that make up the doorway and window frames, the colorful flora contrasts the neutral color combination. If you’re thinking of going for beiges, whites and grays for your home’s exterior, try adding plants for a splash of color.

Try Glidden’s Cracker Bitz

Powder Blue + Navy + White

The pastel powder blue brings just enough color to this home to turn heads while the navy window shades add a layer of depth to this otherwise light-colored home. If you’re looking for a colorful design that feels natural, take inspiration from this beautiful exterior from Tidbits & Company.

Try Sherwin-Williams’ Atmospheric

Red + White + Periwinkle

Another take on a patriotic exterior, this red, white and blueish home has a charming color scheme with unique touches that add dimension and character. For example, take the red door with a white trim — why choose one color when you can try two that complement each other? Not to mention the playful periwinkle siding that ties the exterior together.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Victorian Trim

White + Black + Brick

Brick never goes out of style, especially when it’s paired with a traditional white and clean black. This design by The Turquoise Home proves that you don’t need to go with daring colors to create unique contrast.

Try Benjamin Moore’s Simply White

Seafoam Green + White

Seafoam green is bound to bring new life to your home. This exterior seen on A Beautiful Mess feels refreshing without being too intense when it comes to brightness.

Try Dunn-Edwards’ East Cape

Blue + White + Beige

HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams’ Color Collection of the Year is all about effortless elegance, and this exterior definitely proves that. Colorful yet subtle, this home features Stucco on the siding, Quietude on the door and Snowbound on the trim.

Try HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams’ Quietude

Stone + White + Gray

Another elegant example of pairing stone with neutrals like white and gray, this home by Cherished Bliss is clean, bold and sharp. The contrast of the darker gray against the bright white emphasizes the beautiful architecture and makes for a head-turning design.

Try Farrow & Ball’s Wevet

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