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Our Review of Needlepoint Navy by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiNeedlepoint Navy is a sophisticated blue exterior paint color that is surprisingly versatile. Our designers love it as a lighter option for a navy hue and its neutral tones that make it a breeze to work with. Needlepoint Navy is such an impressive color, we’ve even named it one of the best Sherwin Williams’ exterior ...
10 Modern House Colors for Your Exterior in 2024
By: Hannah WarneWhile the architectural style of your home has a huge impact on how traditional or modern it might feel, another element also plays a major role: choosing modern house colors. Finding the perfect color palette helps ensure your home feels effortlessly en vogue. Whether your style leans toward airy and bright shades or you want ...
Our Review of Raccoon Fur by Benjamin Moore
By: AmiBeloved by brick&batten designers, Raccoon Fur is an eye-catching and versatile hue with striking attributes. Benjamin Moore describes Raccoon Fur as a “slightly lighter black with an alluring hint of inky violet.” It’s a mysterious hue with tons of character. We love that it can easily play off different accent colors to achieve moody and ...
Our Review of Grant Beige by Benjamin Moore
By: AmiBenjamin Moore’s Grant Beige is a warm and buttery hue that goes well with just about everything. Our designers love using this neutral, mid-toned color because it’s highly versatile and easy to work with. We even included it on our list of the 15 best exterior paint colors of 2023 and named it one of the ...
Our Review of Worldly Gray by Sherwin Williams
By: AmiWorldly Gray by Sherwin Williams is a gorgeous warm gray we’ve recently been loving. Worldly Gray has a wonderful ability to add an elegant softness to an exterior but can also be combined with darker colors for a more modernized style. Below, we cover everything from our recommended color pairings to how our team uses ...
Black Siding Update for Washington Home
By: BrittenyAfter owning her home for 10 years, Margaret D. felt it was time to update its exterior. Margaret discovered us on Instagram and felt we’d be the perfect partner to help her with her home transformation. Margaret’s new exterior features black siding with lighter accents, plus some modern design elements that come together to achieve the ...
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 ...