Best Exterior Paint Colors for your Seattle Home

Exterior paint season may be coming to a close here in Seattle but it’s not too early to start planning for spring! Our team at CertaPro Painters® of Seattle painted many exteriors over the past several months and we have picked up a few on a few exterior paint trends. Exterior paint is an important choice because you want to be able to love it for years to come. After all, the exterior of your home acts as a sort of first impression. Keep reading if you want to find out the best colors for your Seattle home!

A lot of homeowners select neutral colors for their home’s exterior because it is the safe option. There is nothing wrong with neutral paint shades but if every home on your block is beige or grey, things can begin to feel a little boring. The first step we would recommend homeowners take is to really take in your surroundings. What are the color of your neighbors homes? You do not want to pick a shade too close but you also want to make sure it doesn’t clash either.

Second, pay close attention to the plants and trees that surround your home. With mild winters and long summer days, Seattle is a pretty good place to garden. Many homeowners have beautiful plants, shrubs and trees growing on their land. Picking a color that highlights the landscaping can really make for a beautiful look.

Third, is an important factor that should not be overlooked and that is the “grayness” of the state. Since we have many cloudy days here in Seattle, a gray or white home can appear way duller here than it would elsewhere. Instead, we recommend considering earth tones such as green, brown, gold, and yellow. This allows for contrast in your surroundings and your home will appear to look much more attractive.

Lastly, we suggest paint a small portion of the house and wait at least two days before deciding if you want to paint the whole home that color. This will let you see at different times of the day and help you visualize what the color will look like up against it’s surroundings.

If you have any questions or are interested in our color consultation service, give us a call today at  206-264-1044. You can also schedule a free, no obligation estimate online. We look forward to talking to you soon!