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What trim colors with a very light gray brick?

3 years ago

Looking for options to paint the trim....the brick is a very light gray/blue and previous owner has it all the same color. would like to replace front door this year as well. what color would you do columns, door, dental moulding, trim etc?
we are taking the awnings off as well.
(tree was removed last year)

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Amanda Abbott
Original Author
3 years ago
anyone? 😁
nhb22
3 years ago
For the trim and columns, I'd go with the lightest color on your brick, or a crisp white like the main window. Paint the side lights white, and the door (possibly the garage door, as well) in a dark charcoal.
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HU-187528210
3 years ago
You can really go any way.
It’s going to depend on your style.
I’d paint the posts white. Or wood color.
Windows either black. Or white.
And yes to removing those awnings.
Door depends on what else you choose. I’d deal with that last.
cat_ky
3 years ago
I like white trim on your house. I agree, the door needs replacing. I would wait to choose a color for that, until you get a new door. You may want a stained door, rather than a color, since that is very popular right now. My choice would be, a dark red, or a dark teal on your door.

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