Updated: 10/17/24
Introducing the best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors of 2024 – brick&batten style. At the close of every year, we take a good look at exterior paint colors we’re currently loving and what we think will be popular in our virtual designs moving forward into the new year. If you’re planning big changes to your home’s exterior in 2024, you’ll want to save this list!
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Our Favorite Sherwin Williams Shades
Trend Forecasting
As design experts, we excel at — and enjoy! — trend forecasting. In 2024, we expect white paint colors to make a major comeback — and not just on farmhouses.
In addition to white, green hues and other colors inspired by nature are going to continue to be popular in the new year. Light greens such as Sea Salt (seen on the home above) will transition into being popular exterior colors as much as they are interior colors.
Additionally, dark and moody paint colors are still very much in. Our expectation is that we’ll see more of this trend in 2024, and a lot of our designs will incorporate more charcoal and near-black colors.
If we’ve piqued your interest with our trend predictions, then keep reading to discover our top picks for the best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colours of 2024!
And if you want to see our list of the best Sherwin Williams paint colors for 2023, here you go!
- Andiron – timeless dark green
- Urbane Bronze – 2021 Color of the Year – dark, warm giege with a green undertone
- Mindful Gray – mid-tone gray
- Universal Khaki – warm, mid-toned tan paint color
- Oyster White – off-white paint
- Agreeable Gray – warm, light gray
- Inkwell – deep charcoal gray
- Peppercorn – dark gray neutral tone
- Wool Skein – subdued beige/tan color
- Evergreen Fog – 2022 Color of the Year – gorgeous green-gray hue
- Software – beautiful blue-gray hue
- Dover White – creamy off-white paint
- Naval – near-black navy blue hue
- Cast Iron – nature-inspired green
- Dovetail – mid-to-dark-toned gray
- Mountain Road – an earthy neutral
#1 // Aloof Gray
Aloof Gray is a light and airy green-gray. It’s a mid-toned hue with an LRV of 58, so it’s not too bright or too dark for any environment. (Not sure what LRV means? We break down everything you need to know, including why it’s important to consider LRV when selecting a paint color for your home, here.)
Even as a green, Aloof Gray is pretty versatile. It pairs well with blacks, whites, grays, and browns. Brick and natural stone elements also look great, as well as textured siding like cedar shake. Although we like to use Aloof Gray on cottages and traditional homes, with the right color pairings, even contemporary homes can be elevated with this popular color.
#2 // Amazing Gray
Amazing Gray is a true greige our designers adore. We expect to see more greige exterior paint colors like Amazing Gray being embraced into 2024.
With brown and the slightest green undertones, Amazing Gray looks wonderful as an accent color with darker greiges like Sherwin Williams’ Urban Bronze. Trim colors that pair well with Amazing Gray include soft whites like Alabaster, also by Sherwin Williams, or for a tone-on-tone look, a lighter greige could be applied. To create a timeless color palette, try black shutters and natural brick as shown in the design above.
#3 // Gauntlet Gray
There’s a reason why Gauntlet Gray is one of Sherwin Williams’ top 50 colors. It’s a beautiful deep and rich hue that makes for a huge transformation on any style home. Farmhouses and modern homes alike are great canvases for Gauntlet Gray. Although its color pairings are limited, the available options are stunning. Off-white trim, wood tones, black, and different variations of stone all accentuate Gauntlet Gray for a stunning exterior.
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#4 // Fawn Brindle
As previously mentioned, greige has been and will continue to be a go-to color family for our exterior designers. We predict Fawn Brindle will be a paint color we’ll use more in the future. It’s a gorgeous darker greige with green-gray undertones that keep the hue soft.
Our designers like to apply Fawn Brindle to mountain homes, cottages, and other home styles that are normally surrounded by a lush landscape. Soft whites, black, and browns are great accent colors, as well as stained wood, stone with brown and gray color variations, and copper fixtures.
#5 // Shell White
White has always been a classic, but other color families have taken over the spotlight in recent years. We think that’ll change in 2024 as white hues are once again becoming popular for home exteriors. Shell White, a warm white with barely noticeable peachy undertones, is one of our go-to shades of white.
Its LRV is 83, so it’s bright, but not stark. Even in shaded locations, color shift shouldn’t be an issue. However, keep in mind that the brighter the white, the more it can reflect the surrounding environment, like trees for example. If you’re looking to keep things simple yet eye-catching, Shell White could be an option.
#6 // Pure White
Pure White, a quintessential classic white, is a popular hue you can pair with just about anything. It has a soft yellow undertone to keep it from being too stark, and color pairing options are wide. Its LRV is 84, so it’s just a tad brighter than Shell White. Pure White is a go-to color for our designers for trim, but we’ve created many designs with it as the central color as well. This is a you-can’t-go-wrong type of hue.
#7 // White Duck
White Duck creates a timeless look when paired with browns and charcoal blacks. Even muted shades of green could look amazing as an accent color. Considered an off-white, this creamy shade is lovely on traditional homes and farmhouses alike. We particularly like to see White Duck with wood cladding, copper fixtures, a darker trim, red brick, and stone.
#8 // Greek Villa
Another classic, Greek Villa has plenty of charm. Our designers have used Greek Villa on many virtual designs, and it never fails to impress. Its versatility is just one reason we keep coming back to this warm-white. It’s a wonderful hue for Mediterranean, cottage, and traditional-style homes, and it can be applied to just about any cladding material.
Since it’s warm, other warm colors are great partners for Greek Villa, as are wood design elements, copper, and stone with brown colors. Since it’s also bright, cool colors play nicely with Greek Villa too.
#9 // Pewter Green
Pewter Green is a calming green with cool undertones. With an LRV of 12, it’s a touch darker than some of our other go-to greens but just as lovely. Homes with wood or metal accents would look great painted with this unique green. If you want to add a touch of elegance to your exterior, put Pewter Green at the top of your list.
Looking for exterior designers near you? Brick&batten’s exterior design services team is ready to work with you one-on-one to create a stunning new look for your home.
#10 // Rock Bottom
If your home is nestled in the woods, lakeside, or surrounded by a green landscape, Rock Bottom might be the perfect color for you. It’s moody, bold, and a conversation starter. We like to see Rock Bottom on cabins, waterfront homes, Craftsman-style houses, and even contemporary home styles.
Rock Bottom pairs nicely with wood elements, and we also love to use it in conjunction with black. A bright white trim also looks great with Rock Bottom, as demonstrated above.
#11 // Dark Night
This dark blue is inky and full of mystery. Dark Night is a rich hue with slate undertones and a fantastic option for those wanting a moody exterior.
Dark Night pairs wonderfully with black, soft whites with no undertones, and gray. In the design above, the white windows and shutters really pop against the siding rendered in Dark Night.
#12 // Cyberspace
Cyberspace is a great choice for sleek color palettes on contemporary and modern homes. It could look equally as stylish on a cabin or Craftsman style home as well. An example of color pairings and design elements for Cyberspace can be seen above. Wood cladding used carefully, gray and charcoal stone, and black windows modernize this home while still maintaining a rooted-in-nature feel.
#13 // Sea Salt
Sea Salt has been a popular Sherwin Williams paint color for years. Reminiscent of the ocean and salty air, this color will help you achieve a relaxing and tranquil exterior.
Beach homes and homes with stucco siding benefit from this easygoing hue. The best complementing color for Sea Salt is a crisp or soft white. To keep things light and breezy, use black sparingly. Stick to light building materials like the stone above, limewashed brick, and copper.
#14 // Oyster Bay
Oyster Bay and Sea Salt are very similar, but Oyster Bay has gray undertones. In darker settings, those gray undertones could be more noticeable, but not enough to overshadow its green profile. Oyster Bay, like Sea Salt, has a calming effect and is a great choice for homes located near the water. For the most part, white is the best option for trim, and light wood tones help to add warmth to a color palette featuring Oyster Bay.
The bottom line on the best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colours for 2024
We had so much fun compiling this list of the best Sherwin Williams exterior paint colors for 2024. Picking paint colors is a major part of most renovation projects, and the right shades can truly transform your home. We hope this carefully curated list offers you plenty of inspiration for your next design project.
It’s time to make your dream home a reality. We make it easy by helping you with design choices such as paint colors, fixtures, and building materials. If you’re ready to see what your dream home could look like, get started here.
FAQs About Sherwin-Williams Exterior Paint Colors
What are the best Sherwin-Williams exterior paint colors?
Some of the best Sherwin-Williams exterior paint colors include warm whites, greiges, earthy greens, charcoals, and deep blue-gray shades. Favorites from our 2024 list include Aloof Gray, Amazing Gray, Gauntlet Gray, Greek Villa, Pewter Green, Rock Bottom, Dark Night, Sea Salt, and Oyster Bay.
Designer Tip: Don’t start by asking which color is the most popular. Start with your roof, stone, brick, wood, and other fixed elements, then narrow down the colors that actually work with your home.
Are white exterior paint colors still in style?
Yes, white exterior paint colors are still in style, especially warmer whites that feel softer than a stark true white. Shades like Shell White, Pure White, White Duck, and Greek Villa can create a fresh look without making the exterior feel too cold.
What Sherwin-Williams colors are best for a dark exterior?
Gauntlet Gray, Pewter Green, Rock Bottom, Dark Night, and Cyberspace are all strong Sherwin-Williams options for a darker exterior. These shades can add drama while still feeling sophisticated when they’re balanced with lighter trim, wood, stone, or other natural materials.
Designer Tip: Dark colors don’t have to mean heavy. Texture from stone, wood, landscaping, and different siding profiles can keep a moody exterior feeling layered instead of flat.
What are the best Sherwin-Williams green exterior paint colors?
Aloof Gray, Pewter Green, Rock Bottom, Sea Salt, and Oyster Bay are all beautiful Sherwin-Williams green exterior paint colors. Some are light and breezy, while others are much darker and more dramatic, so the right one depends on the architecture and setting.
What Sherwin-Williams exterior colors work well with wood?
Warm whites, greiges, earthy greens, and dark grays all pair beautifully with natural wood. Shades like Greek Villa, Fawn Brindle, Gauntlet Gray, Rock Bottom, and Cyberspace can all work well with wood accents depending on the rest of the exterior.
Designer Tip: If you’re using warm wood, make sure the paint color doesn’t fight it. Greens, warm whites, and deeper greiges tend to make wood feel like an intentional part of the palette.
What Sherwin-Williams exterior paint colors work with brick or stone?
Greiges, warm whites, earthy greens, and charcoal shades can all work well with brick or stone. Colors like Aloof Gray, Amazing Gray, White Duck, Fawn Brindle, and Gauntlet Gray are especially versatile because they can pull from the natural variations already present in masonry.
How do I choose between a warm white and a greige exterior?
Choose a warm white if you want a brighter, lighter exterior and choose a greige if you want more depth and contrast. The fixed materials on your home can help make that decision easier.
Designer Tip: If your roof, stone, or brick already has a lot of warmth, a greige may blend more naturally. If the exterior feels visually heavy, a warm white can help lighten it up.
Are greige exterior paint colors still popular?
Yes, greige exterior paint colors are still popular because they’re easy to pair with black, white, wood, stone, and brick. Shades like Amazing Gray and Fawn Brindle bring more warmth and softness than a standard cool gray.
What is the best Sherwin-Williams exterior color for a house surrounded by trees?
Earthy greens, darker greiges, and nature-inspired shades often work especially well on homes surrounded by trees. Rock Bottom, Fawn Brindle, Pewter Green, and Aloof Gray can all complement wooded settings without feeling disconnected from the landscape.
Designer Tip: A wooded setting can bring out green undertones more than you expect. Always test the color outside before committing.
Should I sample Sherwin-Williams exterior paint colors before choosing one?
Yes, always sample Sherwin-Williams exterior paint colors before making a final decision. Natural light, undertones, orientation, and your home’s fixed elements can all change how a color looks once it’s outside.
Designer Tip: Test more than one area of the house and look at the samples at different times of day. A color that feels perfect in the morning can read completely differently by late afternoon.
