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Tips on Picking Colors for Your Home’s Siding and Trim

by STL Design & Build | Nov 4, 2019 | general remodeling

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The colors of your home’s siding and trim play a big role in determining the overall beauty of your home; even the most well-structured home will look awkward with poor color choices. This is why our exterior and kitchen renovation experts have a few tips to make sure your siding and trim’s colors will look perfect every time.

The Power of White

White or very light neutral tones can have an enhancing effect on bolder details of your home. This means having white or beige siding panels can help bring out the darker tones of your trim to give them a heavier visual emphasis. Alternatively, you can go for matching white trim and siding for a cleaner, more unified look.

Cool With Blue

Blue tones are considered an American classic, and blue features tend to have a relaxing effect on the eyes. We recommend trying out various shades of blue for the roof and the siding and then having the trim a lighter tone.

Earthy Colors

Some homes tend to look better when painted with earthy tones like brown or rust-red. If done right, the color combination will give your home a warm and inviting look. Complement brown siding with shades of red for the trim, and add more focus to the combination with plenty of greenery to accentuate your home’s natural visual appeal.

Go Green

According to home remodeling experts, green tones can help give homes a retro feel. Instead of going light with the trim, try using darker shades of grey to complement the cool green siding. If you want to give the green siding panels a sharper look, switch to lighter shades of grey or even white.

Get the right siding and trim color for your home with help from our experts. STL Design and Build is the leading home exterior contractor in Maryland Heights, MO, and nearby areas. You can call us at (314) 329-9428 or fill out our contact form to request a quote.

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