{"id":2052,"date":"2024-04-16T23:25:09","date_gmt":"2024-04-17T03:25:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/spokane\/?post_type=community&p=2052"},"modified":"2025-04-13T16:38:50","modified_gmt":"2025-04-13T20:38:50","slug":"how-to-make-two-toned-exterior-color-schemes-work-for-you","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/spokane\/community\/how-to-make-two-toned-exterior-color-schemes-work-for-you\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Make Two-Toned Exterior Color Schemes Work For You"},"content":{"rendered":"

Using a two-tone house color scheme for your home\u2019s exterior can help it stand out from the rest. Just because\u00a0exterior painting\u00a0is typically seen as a big undertaking doesn\u2019t mean you need to keep your home\u2019s exterior color scheme to one neutral color! A thoughtful color duo can make a flattering impact. The\u00a0team at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Spokane and North Idaho can help you select a winning exterior color combination and expertly apply it to your home\u2019s exterior to create an impactful look with a ton of curb appeal. Here is all you need to know to get started on picking the next colors for your home painting project.<\/p>\n

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What is a Two-Tone Paint Color Scheme?<\/h2>\n

When we say \u201ctwo-tone color scheme\u201d we are talking about the addition of a second color to your home\u2019s body color.<\/b>\u00a0The build of some homes works better for a two-tone color scheme than others. For example, homes that have overhangs or architectural elements that section off the front of the home are a natural fit for a two-tone color scheme.<\/p>\n

Traditional split-level or raised ranch style homes also have that same built-in sectioning of their designs that would complement an additional hue.\u00a0Incorporating a two-tone color scheme is all about highlighting those natural breaks in the home.\u00a0<\/b>Whether it\u2019s showcasing two different levels, or textures.<\/p>\n

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Work the Environment into the Picture<\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t forget that it is just as important to consider elements your home naturally highlights. Things like your roof, bricks, garden, landscaping, mailbox, outdoor light fixtures, and\u00a0front door\u00a0are all pieces of your home\u2019s story! You\u2019re going to want to take cues from these existing elements of your home so you can build out a color story that really ties together all of the pieces into one cohesive design.<\/p>\n

Choose Colors that Work for Your Home<\/h3>\n

The most difficult part of incorporating a two-toned color scheme into your home is picking complementing colors! There are two main schools of thought when choosing a secondary color. You can choose a subtle color contrast from your home\u2019s primary body color, or you can make a much bolder choice that makes a greater impact. What two colors you select for your home\u2019s body color will largely come down to how dramatic of an impact you want to make and what style you want for your home.<\/p>\n

Painter\u2019s Tip: Use CertaPro Painters\u00ae\u00a0<\/b>color visualizer<\/b><\/a>\u00a0to help you see what these color combinations would look like on your home\u2019s exterior.\u00a0<\/b><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

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Color Recommendations for Contemporary Two-Toned Exteriors<\/h2>\n

Contemporary homes may have more dramatic architectural elements but often stick to a stricter color palette of neutrals. It\u2019s a minimalist aesthetic that embraces flat and boxy shapes in the build. Contemporary homes tend to have a lot of opportunity for a two-tone exterior painting scheme. They often have a lot of depth to them from overhangs. They may also have more areas of the house that may be more set back than others.<\/p>\n