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need help with ideas on how to update the exterior of my home

2 years ago

Would like to update the exterior of my house but not sure what colors I should use for the siding and or change the brick color.

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littlebug zone 5 Missouri
2 years ago
Several things you could do:

Remove the flower bed in front of the door; it’s usually not a good thing to plant right in front of your main entry.

Mentioning the front door, paint the bright white trim to match the door. Same on the garage - match the trim to the door.

Remove those shutter-ettes from the second story windows. Very obviously fakes.

Have you thought of a shade of green for your house body? Samples below. I like the brick and it goes well with your roof.
Sigrid
2 years ago
If your brick has an orangey tinge, go with sage green siding. If it has a neutral or bluish tinge, go for a medium slate blue. Remove the shutters.
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