Best Colors to Paint Your Delaware Home

Choosing the right paint color for your Delaware home is more than just a style choice. It’s about boosting curb appeal, complementing the local architecture, and ensuring your home looks beautiful as the seasons change. Delaware homes feature a rich mix of styles, from historic Colonial and charming Cape Cods to modern Ranch and seaside Shingle homes.

At CertaPro Painters® of Delaware, we’re here to help you give your home new color and new life, with expert advice and professional painting services tailored to your style and your neighborhood, whether you’re near the beaches or in the suburbs of Wilmington.

This fall, homeowners are embracing cozy, rich, and nature-inspired colors that echo the beautiful autumn landscape. Here are some of the most popular exterior colors we’re seeing across Delaware right now:

Fall-Inspired Color Palette

• Rich, Earthy Browns: Shades like deep cocoa, warm mahogany, and velvety espresso are having a moment. These comforting, grounded browns bring a sense of stability and luxury, pairing perfectly with the classic woodwork and natural stone accents common in Delaware architecture.
• Grounded Greens (Sage & Olive): From muted sage to deep, earthy olive, these sophisticated greens draw inspiration directly from the autumn landscape. They create an organic, tranquil feel and pair beautifully with brick, wood siding, and surrounding greenery.
• Sophisticated Neutrals (Taupe & Sand): Moving beyond stark white, we’re seeing a rise in warm, sanded neutrals like smoky taupe and creamy beige. These colors provide a timeless, refined backdrop that works across all architectural styles and is excellent for highlighting crisp, white trim.
• Deep Charcoal & Slate Blues: For a bold yet elegant look, deep charcoal grays and slate blues are a great choice. These moody tones offer high contrast, making trim and accent colors pop, and they provide a sophisticated anchor for homes ranging from modern builds to traditional Colonials.
• Warm Reds & Plums (Accent Colors): While often used as a bold accent, rich burgundy, cinnamon slate, and dusky plum tones are fantastic for front doors, shutters, or window boxes. These jewel tones capture the spirit of fall and add warmth without overwhelming the main color palette.