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Porch Columns/Railing Color

17 years ago

Hi All!

Posted this to the Porches and Deck forum as well. Not sure of best spot for it.

Hi all!

Lurker mostly but are about 2 months into building new home. We are bricking the home with a beige-toned brick (St. Augustine by Hanson) with Buff-colored mortar. We will have Sandstone colored windows, gables (Hardiboard), gutters/soffits and garage doors. Looking for something either vinyl or aluminum for the front porch in a dark brown (eg, chocolate) color, but am having zero luck. Local supply shop can get Khaki as the darkest color and it is lighter than the Sandstone.

Any links or recommendations? Shingles and front door will also be darker for contrast...

Thanks so much!

Michael

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