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Exterior Color Combinations: Choosing the Right Accent Color
Choosing your exterior paint color is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make for your home. Your exterior sets the tone before anyone even steps inside, and the right accent color can completely transform the entire look. But between undertones, lighting, materials, and endless options, it’s easy to feel stuck. Luckily, once you understand how ...
Warm Neutral Paint is Back! Here’s How to Make It Work Outside
“Neutral paint” might not sound like a flashy headline, but warm neutrals are certainly making a comeback! Warm neutral paint is one of the most requested tones we’ve seen in recent months, and it makes sense – they’re timeless, flexible, and bring a cozy sophistication to your home that no stark gray can match. If ...
It’s Not “Just” Siding! Siding for Homes That Turns Heads
When it comes to exterior design, siding for homes doesn’t usually get the spotlight. Usually, the hype is all about paint colors, window boxes, or that perfect set of modern house numbers you found online at 2 am. But siding is by far the silent MVP of your home’s curb appeal! It’s not “just” siding ...
The Most Popular Exterior Paint Colors in 2025
2025 feels like it’s flying by, but it didn’t forget to bring its favorite paint colors with it! While we’ll always have a soft spot for the tried-and-true classics, this year’s most popular exterior paint colors are anything but boring. With rich hues, nature-inspired neutrals, and bold choices, these colors still manage to feel timeless. ...
A Tiny House Deserves a Big Personality – That Starts with the Exterior
Approaching a tiny house design is no different than approaching other home’s design plan. Tiny homes may be small, but their charm and character should be anything but. Your exterior choices can transform a compact space into a relaxing escape. Whether you’re designing from the ground up or remodeling an existing home, every detail matters. ...
Using Shades of Black to Create a Modern and Sophisticated Home Exterior
Black has long symbolized elegance, depth, and timeless style. When used on a home’s exterior, this bold color creates a striking, modern aesthetic. But not all blacks are the same. Varying shades of black introduce subtle differences in tone, undertones, and overall effect. Black exterior paint may be a daring move, but if done correctly ...
Fresh Exterior Design Ideas Using Creamy White Paint Colors
Creamy white paint colors are one of our top options for home exteriors. But there are nearly countless ways to incorporate this timeless hue. Instead of using this shade as the primary color in your palette, think creatively about other ways to incorporate it into your exterior. From adding a crisp pop of white to ...
How Much Does It Cost to Paint the Exterior of a House in 2025?
Updated: 12/30/2025 We’ve found that many of you out there who are researching an update to your home’s exterior begin with one thing: paint. Dreaming and pinning and mood-boarding is fun, but there’s also a budget to consider! Which is why the following question often gets asked early on in the process: “How much does ...
Bring Your House Up To Date With One of 2025’s Most Popular Exterior Paint Colors
As 2025 approaches, homeowners are increasingly drawn to transformative and stylish exterior paint trends. From timeless hues to the more bold and modern shades, these colors enhance curb appeal and reflect personality. Below we’re taking a deep dive into the most popular exterior colors for 2025, complete with our suggest applications to refresh your home’s ...