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Residential Painting

Top Exterior Paint Tips for Selling Your Southern Indiana Home This Fall

Posted on August 12, 2025

Prepare Your Southern Indiana Home to Shine

Fall is the perfect season to sell in Southern Indiana—and fresh exterior paint can send your resale value soaring. Here are top color choices to showcase local charm and attract buyers:

1. Modern Neutrals

Neutral grays, greiges, and taupes give your home a fresh, contemporary look.

Buyers love them because they feel clean, modern and ready to move into.

Accent possibilities: Try charcoal shutters, black trim, or a natural-wood door for contrast.

Color Choice: Sherwin‑Williams Modern Gray SW 7632
A warm greige that balances taupe and gray, offering sophisticated versatility across lighting conditions. It presents upscale-modern style and complements black or white trim beautifully.

2. Timeless Classics

Soft whites, navy blues, and earthy greens bring that welcoming, timeless appeal.

Whether your home is brick, frame, or siding, classic shades complement every style.

Perfect match for Southern Indiana’s historic neighborhoods.

Color Choice: Sherwin‑Williams Creamy SW 7012
A soft off‑white with gentle yellow undertones—richer than stark white but still bright and inviting. It reads warm and timeless, perfect for classic Louisville exteriors.

3. Subtle Statements

Want a splash of personality? Go with charcoal, deep burgundy, or forest-green accents.

These richer tones exude sophistication yet remain porch-sittin’ friendly.

Pair with stonework, satin-metal hardware, and well-lit entryways.

Color Choice: Sherwin‑Williams Iron Ore SW 7069
A bold deep charcoal that adds refined drama while staying neutral. Ideal for doors, shutters, or accent panels to make your home pop.

Why Paint Now for a Fall Sale

  • Standout listing photos—online appeal draws more eyes and more showings.
  • Buyers choose homes that look cared-for—fresh paint sends the right message.
  • Fall lighting shows color best—warm hues at dusk and dawn look inviting and vibrant.

Thinking about a fall sale? Reach out to CertaPro Painters® of Southern Indiana for a free color consultation and estimate—and give your home that perfect polish before hitting the market.