Whether you are listing your home for sale or just looking for a new look, choosing a color for the exterior paint can be stressful and cause anxiety. Picking one color is hard as is, so putting together an entire scheme can definitely seem impossible. On top of that, if you’re looking for a modern feel to your home, you may be feeling even more limited! Fortunately, our Kanas color experts are here to help you pick the modern color schemes that will highlight the home of our dreams. We’ve compiled a list of what paint colors are trending and which colors you could use together to achieve the modern look you desire. Let’s get started!

Bringing Back Essentials

There are some colors that simply never go out of style. For homes in Kansas, we can remove some timeless color schemes, such as blue and white; the mix gives off too much of a beachy, coastal vibe that would seem out of place. Listed below are safe choices for the Kansas homeowner who isn’t so sure they want to shake things up too much. These hues will make any room pop without taking attention away from a beautiful home.

• Black and White: A classy and classic combination. Black and white will always make a beautiful lawn pop with green. The colors remain fresh for longer than brighter colors.
• Gray and Blue: Gray is neutral without being bland. It compliments almost any home style and goes great with the natural elements that surround the home. A touch of deep navy blue in shutters or trim adds a nice touch of color without the commitment of a bright home.

Trending Color Schemes

In recent years, we have seen an increase in monochromatic color schemes, or a mixture of colors of the same family. For example, a dark, forest green paired with a soft pastel green for a nature-heavy home. Not every color family will work though. A hot pink and a pastel pink is going to be a hard-hitter in every home that may be smarter to avoid. Here are a few calmer options to get your brain thinking on-trend thoughts:

• Brown and Sand: Beige is so much more when you combine two of the brown family together. The lighter color is easy to get past HOA boards and creates a nice backdrop for a darker brown. Use the darker color to compliment the base. Try a bright color for minimal trim to give your home character. Experts suggest a red or burnt orange.
• Putty and Gray: Gray is another simple, safe option that trending now and likely will for quite some time. It is a simple and traditional option; the grays are classy and easy to work with. The colors are a good way to make your home stand out from surrounding homes but allow a touch of character.

Bold and bright

If you’re the type of homeowner who likes to be bold and add a pop of color, don’t worry. There are trending color schemes for you as well! Not everything has to be black and white. Here are a few options for the color lovers in the Kansas area:

• Yellow and Blue: Worried about too many primary colors on your home? Most owners are. This combination, when executed right is really, truly charming. Keep one of the primaries more mellow than the other and you’re in good shape. Try an aqua with a mellow yellow for a quaint cottage.

•  Taupe, Red, and White: Have an older or historic home? Use white columns with a red and taupe pallet. This will keep an old world charm, but give your house a modern twist. The red is an unexpected bright color to be included on the exterior of a home.

Find the Best Modern Color Scheme for Your Kansas Home

If you are having a difficult time choosing the right modern color scheme, you may be interested in a free color consultation! CertaPro Painters® of Wichita East offers this service with any painting project. Our painters are experienced professionals that are dedicated to your satisfaction. To get started on living a more relaxing life, contact our professionals at  316-440-0161 or fill out our free, no-obligation form. We look forward to working with you!