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Exterior Paint makes a first impression, an individual statement and can enhance
curb appeal and even the resale value of your home. A creative color scheme can
add enjoyment and value to your property.
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Look for interesting architectural details, or add some, that can sparkle with a
contrasting or accent color.
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Be observant — drive through various neighborhoods, established and new, to
see color in action. Make note of appealing exterior paint color
schemes and adaptability to your own home.
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Define the entry. Use exterior paint color as a "Welcome" sign to your home.
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Windows are the eyes of a home — they can add or even define the character
of a home. Decorating them lends crispness to the color scheme.
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Consider the exterior paint colors that cannot change like roofing shingles, brick,
slate or stone. Be especially aware of highly visible steep roofs. A charcoal gray
shingle may have flecks of gray-green or gray-blue that can be found on a paint
color strip and incorporated into the color scheme.
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Balance is important between light and deep colors, as well as warm and cool colors;
consider not just the exterior paint color scheme, but all the elements that make
up the surroundings.
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