What color(s) to paint 1980's tri-level house exterior?
We'll be getting the exterior (masonite) of our house painted this summer and haven't been able to decide on colors. For reference - the roof is more brown than gray and the garage door is white.
We're open to painting or removing the existing shutters, sanding & refinishing the front deck/porch, and other minor adjustments that may improve curb appeal as well. We will also be replacing the front door and a few windows (upper left & center initially) in the near future and aren't sure if we should do it before or after painting.
Any advice is definitely appreciated!
Most recent photo:
From this winter:
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Comments (5)I prefer the color you have far better than the ginger peachy color. The large plant I've circled in red is much too close to the house and drive, for something of that size. Flaming torch bromeliads work well as circular beds around tree trunks. They tolerate (require) shade and put on a nice show for a couple of weeks in September. Otherwise, they are trouble-free plants that remain green. You may be able to pick them up cheap on Craigslist or Facebook if someone is dividing their lot and selling the surplus. I got a ton of them that way for $1/ea. There are many other Bromeliads, but flaming torch is an old standard that is readily available from other gardeners. Another groundcover plant to consider for color and low height is regular or tri-color oyster plant. They are easy to propagate and look tidy. The common Boston Fern which has escaped all over Florida is used by many people as a tall groundcover. It can be had for free, but you'll not be able to have much else (beds) because the fern spreads all over. For a larger shrub/small tree there is Camellia. There are also Azaleas for shrubs that are shade tolerant....See MoreUpdate a 1980's Split Level Home on a very limited budget
Comments (6)Its hard to tell by your pictures, which are a bit blurry and a bit small, but, is that exterior stained? If so, I would get it cleaned and a fresh coat of stain, since I do like the colors on there right now. I am the exception here, I guess, because, I do think those reddish shutters add a lot to the house. The landscaping could use a bit of work, but, all in all, it looks to be a very nice house....See MoreRelated Professionals
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PRO5 years agolast modified: 5 years agothese pics are all updated split levels. Yes, remove the shutters and think about adding some wood or wood look siding. redo the porch (what you have belongs on the back of a country farmhouse). some simple landscaping would go a long way.
they kept the shutters on this one, but added the stone work to break up that giant front expanse of siding. landscaping and walkway helps out immensely
this is my fave make over for a split level. the addition of the wood and dark colors looks amazing
erin ole thanked Beth H. :- 5 years ago
Erin, since the roof is more brown, think about shades that are more warm than cool. Do you have any color preferences? Some stone, such as in Beth's second pic, would be nice.
This is yet another shade that might work with your roof. Nice with the stone and white trim.
erin ole thanked emmarene9
5 years agoI would definitely take the shutters off, put in any new windows and doors first and paint it a warm gray or tan with bright white trim and a fun color on the door. Some new plantings around the front in coordinating colors would really help with curb appeal.
erin ole thanked Momofthree Ma- 5 years agolast modified: 5 years ago
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