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Our Review of Cheating Heart by Benjamin Moore

Cheating Heart by Benjamin Moore is a deep, dramatic paint color that’s as intriguing as its name. It’s a timeless classic but bold at the same time. It also made our list of the 15 best black and dark gray paint colors for exteriors in 2021. In this review, we take a closer look at ...

Our Review of Sherwin Williams’ Peppercorn

Dark exterior paint colors are growing in popularity, and Sherwin Williams’ Peppercorn is one of our favorites. This dark gray neutral tone can add a dramatic touch to any home design. In this review, we highlight paint color pairings and recommended applications for Peppercorn, dive into the technical specs of the shade, and more. Wondering ...

Our Review of Sherwin Williams’ Caviar

Sherwin Williams’ Caviar is one of our top exterior house colors of 2022, and with good reason. This near-black shade is full of drama. It’s sophisticated and rich, but it isn’t for the faint of heart. Join us as we dig deep into Caviar’s specs, how our designers tend to use it, and alternative paint ...

Our Top Exterior House Color 2022

Our expert exterior design team has agreed on the top exterior house color 2022 will bring to the forefront. First, we reflected on our selection for the top paint color of 2021. We’ve used Benjamin Moore’s Seapearl in hundreds of exterior designs this year. It’s been a smash hit on everything from brick to stucco ...

12 Black Brick House Exteriors to Inspire You

These days, you’re likely seeing more and more homes with dark exteriors. Black exteriors, and black brick exteriors in particular, are becoming increasingly popular. Black, charcoal, and gray colors are rich and expressive. If you’re thinking of making this decision for your own home’s exterior, check out these 12 beautiful black brick houses for some ...

White House, Black Trim: A Combination We Love

A white house with black trim is an American classic. And when it comes to making this palette choice for your home, the possibilities are endless. These days, there’s no such thing as a singular black shade and one solitary white shade. Instead, there are boatloads of different blacks and whites that create a stylish, ...

15 Stunning Black Houses with Exteriors You’ll Adore

There’s a reason you’re seeing more and more homes with dark blue, gray, and black exteriors. With improvements in technology for exterior paint and finishing materials, homeowners can now choose bold, moody, and dark colors without fear of fading. Not sure if black is your style? Let’s dive into 15 stunning black houses with exteriors ...

Our Review of Iron Mountain by Benjamin Moore

Black may be bold, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be the perfect balance you were looking for in your home exterior update. Whether you have a traditional or modern home, Iron Mountain by Benjamin Moore can add just the right amount of statement. We’ve been seeing more and more people choose black or dark ...

Our Review of Soot by Benjamin Moore

Dark, moody hues are all the rage on home exteriors. Rich, bold shades of black and gray create an impactful statement from the street and can emphasize striking features of your home’s façade. However, diving into the dark side can be intimidating, especially with so many black paints on the market. Here at brick&batten, we ...