10 Unexpected Color Schemes for Home Exteriors

Repainting your home’s exterior is one of the best ways to really boost curb appeal — and while professional painting isn’t the cheapest home project, changing your house color does offer a lot of bang for your buck. And keep in mind that if your current paint job is still in good shape, you could choose to just paint the trim and front door for an updated look without investing as much time or cash. See if one of these fresh exterior color scheme ideas might suit your house.



Sand and aqua. This combination calls to mind beaches and pristine aqua waves, so it’s a natural choice if you want to cultivate a coastal vibe. The aqua front door here is bold, while the underside of the porch roof and the roof overhangs suggest blue sky. White trim keeps the overall look neat and crisp. The aqua hue appears again in a custom beach glass mosaic on the stair risers.



Brick and aqua. If you have a brick home, updating the look can be as simple as painting the front door and shutters. Consider a watery shade of aqua and shiny gold hardware to brighten up traditional brick.



Black and white. A black and white palette can be classic and traditional or quite avant-garde. Try a crisp white paint on siding and an inky black on trim, doors, railings and stairs for a chic, minimalist look. The details really make this work — seek out matte black hardware for your door as a finishing touch.


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