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Removing shutters from 1960s center hall colonial???

3 years ago

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Hi! I was hoping you could please offer advice, we have a typical suburbia 1960s center hall colonial with very little character. We’re currently having the house painted with SW Peppercorn and white trim which we really like as the contrast gives some character. We’re not sure what to do about the shutters....I think removing them would update the look of the home but not sure if it will look too bland without the shutters? Thanks so much!

Are the second floor windows spaced too far apart without enough trim to remove shutters? And do you think Peppercorn with white trim will be too dark without shutters? Thank you so much!

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chloebud

3 years ago

Definitely better without, especially on double windows.

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apple_pie_order
3 years ago
Photos?
jck910
3 years ago
WE need a picture of the house to see the shutters and window sizes
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Stacey Guinan
Original Author
3 years ago
So sorry here’s a picture, thank you!!!
houssaon
3 years ago
Looks better without, for sure!
ptreckel
3 years ago
Better without! To gain color and character, start to expand your landscaping. You have a lovely home and are doing a great job!
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Stacey Guinan
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you, my concern is the second floor which I realize was cut out of the picture, I'm adding another picture now...do you think windows are too far apart on second floor? Thanks!
pricklypearcactus
3 years ago
I think it's going to look great without the shutters! That lovely paint color contrasts well with the white window trim and should give you plenty of interest.
susan49417
3 years ago
Absolutely no shutters, even on second story. Your paint color choice is going to look great with the white trim. Once you have finished painting, punch up the landscaping with bright beautiful plantings, then paint your front door a bright color from your landscaping. It will look great!
teeda
3 years ago
Although I'm someone who tends to like shutters, I vote no shutters for your house. I don't really see your house as a colonial but more contemporary in style. I like the new color and think you are headed in the right direction!
chloebud
3 years ago
Stacey, I meant to say I also like your choice of the Peppercorn with white trim.

Shutters are great when used correctly. No worries...your house will look nice w/o them.
Design Girl
3 years ago
No shutters - the ones you have aren't the correct size anyway. That style window needs no shutters.
decoenthusiaste
3 years ago
I see no need for shutters here. Get close up and personal with the porch. That's where we need to focus so it becomes the eye-catcher it should be.
Stacey Guinan
Original Author
3 years ago
Thank you so much everyone for all your advice, most appreciated!🙏This is my first time posting on Houzz, what an amazing community! Stay well everyone!
dcasale
3 years ago
Is your siding vinyl? Curious how it come out painted
Stacey Guinan
Original Author
3 years ago
Our house is cedar planks. This is part of first floor with the first coat:)
chloebud
3 years ago
Great! One suggestion...paint any downspouts to match the siding.
Denita
3 years ago
I love the new gray paint and can't wait to see it when it's done. I also can't wait to see it when all the shutters are removed :) It will look like a totally different house. Good changes. Great house!
Allie
2 years ago
Hi, we are doing the same thing and I’m having the same debate about the shutters. Did you remove them? Do you have a picture? Thanks! And I love the grey you chose!
cat_ky
2 years ago
Take the shutters off, you need to do that for painting anyway. Put them away, and once the house is all painted and finished, see how you like it without the shutters. You can always put them on later, if you really like it better with them. Live without them for a while, until you get used to them not being there.

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