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Our Review of Wrought Iron by Benjamin Moore
By: AmiWe recently shared our list of the best black and dark gray paint colors for exteriors, and naturally, Wrought Iron by Benjamin Moore made the cut. Wrought Iron is a beautiful soft black/dark gray that can add depth and softness to a home exterior. It’s refreshingly versatile and a fantastic option if you’re looking for ...
Greige Paint and Covered Porch Transform Brick Home
By: Hannah WarneJenny C. wanted to make a change to her home’s exterior. She was eager to make a few upgrades to give it a more balanced, modern look. And while she had a few initial ideas, Jenny wasn’t sure what she needed to bring her vision to life. Between choosing a new color palette, final finishes, ...
The Best Shades of White for Your Home Exterior in 2024
By: Hannah WarneHave you finally decided on white for your home’s exterior? While identifying your style and selecting white as the main hue for your design may seem like the final step, it’s just the tip of the iceberg. White comes in many different variations, with warm and cool undertones and varying brightness levels that can change ...
15 Best Black and Dark Gray Paint Colors for Exteriors
By: SarahWe are seeing more and more clients choose black and dark gray paint colors for their home’s exterior. We couldn’t be more excited about this exterior paint trend. New technology in paint and siding allow for darker colors without fading, and more people are opting for bold, moody color palettes. With that in mind, we ...
Our Review of Fawn Brindle by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiFawn Brindle is a gorgeous neutral paint color we can’t get enough of. It landed on not one, but two of our annual “best of” lists, receiving high honors as one of the 14 best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors and one of the 14 best exterior house colors of 2024. Keep reading to learn ...
9 Neutral Color Palette Ideas for Your Home Exterior
By: Hannah WarneWhile popular paint colors come and go, one combination never goes out of style: a neutral color palette. Choosing from a mix of white, beige, brown, black, or gray ensures that your home exterior will be equal parts timeless and modern — even as exterior design fads change. Read on to discover our favorite neutral ...
Samplize Paint Samples: A Guide to Peel-and-Stick Paint Samples
By: BrittenyIf you’ve been reading our blog for a while or have poked around on our website, you know that we strongly encourage homeowners to test paint colors before committing. Because paint colors can have a tremendous impact on your curb appeal, it’s important to make the right choice. Testing paint colors will help ensure you ...
Our Review of Shoji White by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiIn the world of off-whites, Shoji White by Sherwin Williams is a tried and true favorite. We named Shoji White one of the 6 best warm whites for your home in 2021 and included it in our roundup of the 12 best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors of 2021. Years later, we’re still crushing on ...
Our Review of Pure White by Sherwin Williams
By: Hannah WarneWhen it comes to updating your exterior, there’s no shade more classic than white. This tried-and-true favorite is versatile enough for any style of home, transforming farmhouses, cottages, colonials, and everything in between. But choosing the right white hue can be challenging. If you’re looking for a soft white with subtle undertones, Pure White by ...