Exterior design - window colours, door, railings
interiorgroupie
2 years ago
I am having a hard time deciding what colour to do for my windows. We will be replacing the windows and front door. Likely will not be replacing the railing, but think that I need to change them from white. The stone has a yellow tinge to it.
Questions:
1. What do I match the railing to?
2. What trim colour looks best for windows, door, railing?
Any other exterior tips (will be replacing lights with larger fixtures). Thank you!
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Comments (2)that brown color is all sun faded. I'd paint everything that is that purple/brown, to an actual black. Yes, even the garage door. and redo the black paint on the railing. the light fixture by the french door should be pointed down if you get a new one. Or, if using that same up-style light, it should be lowered. for those doors I'd do something like this (you want a Mediterranean - spanish- hacienda style) for the front door, bigger light, maybe even try a hanging light like they've done here: black. black windows, black door. That faded brown is horrible looking. If you want to keep the brown, then redo it in a shade like this one you need heavier planers by your front door. and also by your garage door, you need larger style lights. the current ones are too small. you can paint your front door a diff color besides black, if you prefer. can't see the entire house so I don't know what to suggest. Cobalt blue, Mustard yellow, Red, al would keep in the style of the home. I'd actually tile that cement area outside those patio french doors. some nice spanish style tiles, or the black and white cement tiles would look perfect out there....See MoreExterior colour and design help!
Comments (3)Super cute house. That tan brick around your door and window stand out to me. Have you considered a trim that ties that color in? Then paint the siding another color, could go bold and fun. I personally would stick with 3 colors (brick, siding, and trim), as 4 may look busy. Also with your rendering the pavers are gray, so unless you are re-doing those (which I'd imagine you aren't) that'll give it a totally different look. Gray vs tan....See More
Sigrid
2 years ago
Lyn Nielson
2 years ago
houssaon
2 years agoI think the current color of the windows is the best! The railing could be black or match the window trim.
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