Help me choose between Hardie Iron Gray and Evening Blue
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I had a color expert help me narrow down to these two colors and now my husband and I cannot agree on which one is best with the house. Yes, house needs landcaping—will address that, but looking for best option considering the black roof, stone and white trim. Disregard samples on the house as those are ones I have eliminated based on another post. Thank you.
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last monthlast modified: last monthGiven the stone on your home comes up half way + the very dark colors you chose + the black roof, your home might feel top heavy: 2/3 upper and 1/3 stone.
Suggest a more earthy shade that works better with the stones and it will feel more balanced: 1/2 and 1/2
Just painting a strip won’t give you a true sense and suggest testing a number of similar shades in large swatches.
Also suggest painting the garage and front doors black to tie in the roof for an overall connection.
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