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Exterior color consultant in Omaha?

4 years ago

I've spent hours upon hours and more money than I care to admit on paint samples and I now hate gray with a passion. I just don't know what color will look best on my exterior with my stone.

I'd like to find a consultant that isn't tied to a certain paint company. I do not want to do this online as I just can't get pictures with the right lighting so it has to be someone local (Omaha) that can come out to look in person).

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beckysharp Reinstate SW Unconditionally

4 years ago

You might want to try reaching out to Lori Sawaya as well,

https://www.houzz.com/pro/funcolors/lori-a-sawaya

You both posted on this thread,

https://www.houzz.com/discussions/5726745/best-white-paint-color-for-cabinets-trim-in-north-facing-rooms

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Sabrina Alfin Interiors
4 years ago
Have you done a Find a Pro search on this site in your geography?
Abby Mac
Original Author
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
Nope. Didn't know I could do that, I'm not on this site much. For this kind of service, what do I look for? Interior design?
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Sabrina Alfin Interiors
4 years ago
I would look for a color consultant. Click on the tab at the top of the page that says "Find Professionals" and type in "color consultant".
Abby Mac thanked Sabrina Alfin Interiors
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Flo Mangan
4 years ago
I think I can help you even without being near you. I can analyze color and determine it’s technical characteristics and make recommendations. My paint brand choices are wide and varied so that isn’t an issue. If interested in exploring further email me at manganflo@gmail.com
Abby Mac thanked Flo Mangan
Abby Mac
Original Author
4 years ago
Thank you - I'm a bit befuddled and frustrated now, so I guess I am not thinking logically!
Abby Mac
Original Author
4 years ago
Unfortunately the search only gave me two options, neither viable.
Abby Mac
Original Author
4 years ago
Flo, I will send you an email. Thanks!
Abby Mac
Original Author
4 years ago
Yes, I had posted asking for advice but with just a sample of the stone and Lori had commented but not with a specific color, but I'll have to share pics of the house. I will try her. Her answers on paint questions boggle my mind. Should have done it in the first place instead of driving myself "gray-zy".
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Lori A. Sawaya
4 years ago
last modified: 4 years ago
Flo is more than capable of helping. :) She does color the same way I do.
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Flo Mangan
4 years ago
Lori is a great teacher and mentor.

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