Garrison Colonial Exterior Help - Windows/Siding
S Zelli
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Our 1960's Garrison Colonial needs some help
Comments (10)You can replace the shingles; they are special order at Home Depot. I got some a few years ago to replace missing ones on my grandmother's house. They have all styles, including the wavy edge ones and they are cement. The originals back in the day were asbestos, so be sure you don't crack or break any of them. Shutters do need to go and you can beef up the window trim. Red would be pretty, and so would Crisp Romaine....See MoreMerge old garrison colonial house with new addition!?!
Comments (7)"Look like a carnival"; I'm going to use that. Traditionally double hung windows had counter-weights to have the sashes operate properly. Those counter-weights took up space beside each window in the wall. When modern double hung windows are mulled together without the space between them that would be required in a traditional double hung window, they give the house a more modern look. A subtle detail but it contributes to the look of a house. So for a more traditional look separate the original house second floor double hung windows by approximately eight inches, or a larger distance similar to the addition. For those changes and the others, I would recommend engaging a local architect versed in traditional residential architecture....See Morewood plank garrison colonial exterior needs help
Comments (11)It seems to me that you have a couple of style features on this exterior that are in opposition. I know it has the outlines of a garrison colonial, but the modern windows and the siding obscure that and really make me think more modern, at first glance. The colonial front door doesn't match. Even though it wouldn't be your first or even second choice, I would go with that modern vibe. Change the front door to a more modern look, along with the light (get a larger one), house numbers, and mailbox when you can. Ditch the wreath and replace it and the bench with something simpler - maybe one or two colorful, large, modernish planters. maybe put those new house numbers & mailbox where the wreath is If you can afford it, consider painting all sides of the house a medium dark blue (yes, aluminum can be painted) - otherwise, do just match the taupe....See MoreDesign Advice for Accent Siding Color on Garrison Colonial
Comments (7)The dark color brown? existing, is not a good match for your brick, nor your roofing and the other sample you have looks to be close to that color. The sable color looks to be a much better color for your house. It would help though, if you moved those samples out on to where it is light on the existing cedar shakes, since they can barely be seen up there in that dark corner....See Moreeld6161
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