42 Exterior House Paint Colors for Inviting Curb Appeal
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Choosing an exterior color scheme can be overwhelming. With so many paint colors and architectural styles to consider, painting your home’s exterior can be a daunting task, but it doesn’t have to be. As you select colors, consider how your siding, trim, front door, and other exterior elements all work together. Find the perfect exterior paint color combinations with these tips from the BHG home editors.
Gray + White + Mustard Yellow
ADAM ALBRIGHT
If you lean towards cool-toned home exteriors rather than warm ones, painting your siding gray might be right for you. To add a splash of color and character to an all-gray home, try painting the front door mustard yellow. Gray and yellow are a longtime go-to color combination, and choosing a more muted yellow tone keeps the accent color from looking too prominent. White trim creates eye-catching dimension against the dark siding.
Suggested paint color: Gray Matters by Sherwin-Williams
Navy Blue + White + Yellow
STACY ZARIN GOLDBERG
The simple addition of a bright yellow front door keeps this navy exterior color scheme from appearing too dark. The classic yellow and navy color combo is brightened with thick white trim, porch columns, and railings. Mind the details—the slightly-red porch flooring highlights the red brick chimney.
Suggested paint color: Anchors Aweigh by Sherwin-Williams
Hunter Green + Muted Sage + White
Without the lighter green gable and door, this home could look dark and uninviting. A small splash of color goes a long way, especially when framed in white trim. The chalky matte finish on the green exterior paint is a great way to make non-neutrals pair well together. The choice to paint the picket fence hunter green, rather than traditional white, keeps the attention on the home’s sage green door.
Suggested paint color: Secluded Woods by Behr
Beige + White + Black + Cobalt Blue
Greg Scheidemann
As a tried-and-true exterior color combination, beige and white is always a safe bet. If you’re looking to introduce a bit of flair to this classic scheme, try mixing up the accent colors. While white trim is used on the walls and eaves, black trim can be found around the windows. A cobalt blue door creates a focal point amid an otherwise neutral exterior.
Suggested paint color: Natural Almond by Behr
Black + White + Aqua
Black brings drama and depth to exterior paint colors. Pair black siding with white trim to prevent the dark neutral from appearing too gloomy. Here, an aqua front door adds another element of brightness that contrasts with the inky siding and black metal roof.
Suggested paint color: Tricorn Black SW by Sherwin-Williams
To highlight your house’s architecture, use black paint to draw attention to its structure and details while also creating a bold backdrop for landscaping.
Cream + Peach
Nathan Schroder
Exterior house paint colors should reflect your personality, highlight your home’s architecture, and fit naturally into its surroundings. This quaint cottage is painted to be a dreamy and cozy getaway. Off-white cream siding gives a warm and low-contrast backdrop for a soft, peach-colored front door and matching shutters. Tones of the peach hue are also found in the shingles and mismatched siding in the peak of the gables, tying together the color palette.
Suggested paint color: Fresh Peach by Benjamin Moore
Navy + White + Turquoise
This home has two different siding types, but a single color unifies them. The dark navy hides the textural differences, while white trim stands out against the classic shade of blue. A playful turquoise front door is a welcoming touch.
Suggested paint color: Singing The Blues by PPG Paints
The most common siding materials are cedar, vinyl, and wood, and each requires a specific type of paint. Choose the right type of paint to get the best durability and finish.
White + Black + Olive Green + Natural Stone
TRIA GIOVAN
Sometimes just a small amount of color is enough to add some personality to a home’s exterior. Here, an olive green door complements the lush surrounding landscaping. The white siding and natural stone walls keep the rest of the home light and cheery, with slight contrast from the black trim, door hardware, and light fixtures.
Suggested paint color: Bancha by Farrow & Ball
Warm Gray + Red + Black
Especially on smaller or more traditional-style homes, simplicity works best for exterior color combinations. Neutral siding colors, like warm gray, create a solid foundation. Then introduce color in small doses, such as a glossy red front door, to create a focal point that doesn’t overwhelm the exterior color scheme. Here, a touch of black supplied by the shutters and mailbox, contrasted in white trim, keeps the look crisp and modern.
Suggested paint color: Silent Night by Benjamin Moore
Off-White + Light Blue-Gray
TRIA GIOVAN
Cedar shake siding is painted off-white for an airy feel to this Colonial house. A light, blue-gray coats the front door and shutters for a springy and modern look. White front porch railings and window trim follow the breezy exterior theme.
Suggested paint color: Parma Gray by Farrow & Ball
Pearl Gray + Slate Blue + White
Taking its cue from nearby stone and concrete hardscapes, this home steps quietly into view. Its peaceful palette highlights the home’s best features, establishes a sense of symmetry, and fashions a fresh take on midcentury modern style. By placing the slate blue house paint at the front entry, and using bright white extensively, the homeowners created a haven with a pleasingly streamlined silhouette.
Suggested paint color: Distance SW by Sherwin-Williams
Sage Green + Cream + Yellow
Incorporate sage green into your home’s exterior paint colors for a pretty, muted scheme. Green roofing is this home’s statement feature and it pairs well with the surrounding tree canopy. A soft yellow door and matching curtains on the front porch add a pinch of bright color to the mix. A coat of cream paint on the walls ties the look together.
Suggested paint color: Alabaster by Sherwin-Williams
Red + White + Blue + Beige
A bright red front door is a warm welcome into this Tudor-style cottage. White window trim gives dimension to the home’s beige trim, which is repeated on the fence as well. Light blue, as opposed to a navy blue, keeps the home from looking too much like Fourth of July decor.
Suggested paint color: Yacht Blue by Behr
White + Black + Gray
You don’t need multiple exterior house paint colors to have your home stand out. White trim, white siding, and white railings give this farmhouse crisp, clean appeal. A gable vent painted black and charcoal gray steps take their color cue from the home’s metal roof. The dark paint finishes and white surfaces enhance the home’s historic country profile and complement its river rock foundation.
Suggested paint color: Bit Of Sugar by Behr
Choosing white paint for your home’s exterior helps reflect sunlight, which may keep the house cooler during the summer months.
White + Black + Key Lime
Paul Dyer
A modern color combination that’s frequently used on farmhouse exteriors is white siding with black trim and accents. To venture slightly from this common exterior look, paint the front door a bright, saturated color. In this home, a key lime front door draws the eye away from the plain white siding and to the vivid color instead. A plain home can be made visually interesting with this small addition.
Suggested paint color: Go Go Lime by Behr
Cream + Pear-Green
Laurey Glenn
This cream-painted home is given a fresh and fun feel with a pear-green door and striped awnings to match. Shutters painted the same yellow-green are another great way to incorporate this lively color.
Suggested paint color: Pear Green by Benjamin Moore
Sand + Forest Green + Brick
Werner Segarra
Signature sand-colored plaster walls complement this rustic-looking front door painted a dark, forest green. Reddish-brown shingles match the brick pavers leading up to the door. These softened colors work well with traditional architectural shapes rather than contemporary ones.
Suggested paint color: Seaside Sand by Behr
Lavender + White + Purple
Lavender is an unexpected addition to an exterior color scheme, especially when paired with an equally colorful door. To tone down the lavender, choose a pastel shade with cool gray undertones. The neutral color palette will modernize your home’s exterior.
Suggested paint color: Super Nova by Valspar
Soft Lime + Powder Blue + White
Set a whimsical tone from the street with exterior house paint colors in pretty pastel hues. This bungalow features a muted lime-green color that blends seamlessly with the foliage and plantings. Powder blue paint on the front steps and door playfully sets off the siding and beckons guests inside. To avoid a candy-coated effect, choose less saturated shades of the bright colors, and balance them with plenty of white trim.
Suggested paint color: Clean N Crisp by PPG Paints
Forest Green + White + Lime
The brick facade on this home was the inspiration for its color palette. The forest green color on the siding was drawn from the brick itself, and the white trim was chosen to brighten the exterior. A bright lime-green door puts a modern twist on the traditional home.
Suggested paint color: Avon Green by Benjamin Moore
Charcoal + Navy Blue
Hector Sanchez
Dark charcoal is one of the most popular moody exterior paint colors. Drench everything from the trim to the steps for a design-forward and distinct appearance. Pull in a small amount of contrast with a navy blue front door.
Suggested paint color: Iron Ore by Sherwin-Williams
Exterior paint ideas can be as simple as a single hue, where less is more.
Cocoa + Olive + Off-White + Russet
Dark olive brick steps and foundation firmly anchor the cocoa brown siding to nearby perennial borders. Olive green lightens to moss green window sashes, which are highlighted by off-white trim. The door’s russet hue has orange undertones that allow it to stand out from the brown siding. Choosing light and dark shades of neutrals inspired by nature as exterior paint colors helps fashion an entrance that steps lightly on the landscape.
Suggested paint color: Still Searching by PPG Paints
Seafoam Green + White
Seafoam green is an expected exterior paint color for a beach house surrounded by sand, but this stunning blue-green home is tucked away in the trees. Its standout exterior color combination is a refreshing contrast to the forest foliage. White is a no-fail complementary color to any pastel hue and when used on trim, delicately frames the house within its lush environment.
Suggested paint color: Icy Blue by Valspar
Iron Gray + Arctic White
Planning an exterior remodel? Consider siding in a new hue for a colorful makeover with staying power. Advances in technology have created siding options that are resistant to both chipping and fading, which can mean less upkeep for you and vibrant color for years to come.
Suggested paint color: Sharkskin by Behr
Fiber cement and vinyl are both durable, weather-resistant siding that require little upkeep and add to a home’s curb appeal.
Buttercream Yellow + White + Black
If you’d like your house to be appreciated from the street, do as these homeowners did: Paint your home’s body a creamy yellow, then complement the hue with bright white accents. Set off by a black shingled and metal roof, the calming colors advance from the surrounding greenery. Painting window trims and sashes make the windows appear larger.
Suggested paint color: Daybreak by Sherwin-Williams
Light Gray + Copper + Beige
From the first glance, these neutral exterior paint colors pack a surprising punch. Passersby are first drawn to the stone accent wall that features varying shades of tan and brown. Its textured look continues onto the porch floor and surround. Meanwhile, two wood beams stained in a copper shade mark the boundaries of the entryway. Cool gray paint on the remaining exterior walls provides a neutral backdrop that lets the other colors do the talking.
Suggested paint color: Wish by Benjamin Moore
Red Brick + Navy Blue + White
Red and blue is a classic exterior color combination that looks good all year. This home’s rich red brick exterior is traditional in all facets. Shutters painted deep navy blue match the front door and frame the windows without stealing the show. Bright white trim makes a grand appearance around the entry and on the picket fence. This all-American house exterior will never go out of style.
Suggested paint color: Victory Blue by PPG Paints
Salmon + Sage Green + Cream
Emily Followill
For a full-of-life exterior, opt for bold salmon walls combined with sage green accents. The reddish pink hue is sure to make your home the next showstopper on the block. A sage green door and shutters add depth and relief from the otherwise extra-rich colored house. Cream trim offers a more gentle contrast than stark white would, keeping the scheme cohesive even with various colors.
Suggested paint color: King Salmon by Behr
When painting a Victorian-era home, combine a palette of three colors: a bold main color for the body, a complementary neutral for trim, and a vibrant accent shade for architectural details.
Apricot + White + Smoky Gray
A classic farmhouse takes a contemporary turn, thanks to a refreshingly cheerful color palette. Soft apricot exterior paint sets the siding aglow, glossy white paint highlights the home’s vintage details, and smoky gray paint adds visual weight to the front door and window sashes. Appreciate this home’s welcoming outlook? Coat your home’s siding in warm colors with yellow or red undertones.
Suggested paint color: Popcorn Kernel by Benjamin Moore
Stormy Gray + Paprika Red + Bright White
For farmhouse architecture, cool gray siding offers a calming base. Pair it with warm accents like paprika red for a welcoming contrast. Thoughtful, rich exterior house paint colors can bring charm and curb appeal. The spicy red highlights the roof peak, outlines windows, accents the front door, and defines the porch trim. White pops up in window sashes to bring dimension and brightness to the façade.
Suggested paint color: Grey Brook by Valspar
Salmon + Jade + Rusty Brown
This exterior’s rough surface causes the salmon exterior paint to appear as varying dark and light shades, which creates a time-weathered look that suits the home’s old-world architecture. Saturated jade green shutters punctuate the elegant facade with jewel-tone richness. The brown window trim and front door pair nicely with the salmon, since the outdoor paint colors share the same orange undertones.
Suggested paint color: Prairie Rose by Behr
Buttermilk Yellow + Mahogany + Dark Green
Lisa Romerein
Three rich colors used in just the right proportions give this home a striking look. This Prairie-style house is coated in a creamy buttermilk yellow that’s rich enough to be unique, but not too bold. The subdued yellow is complemented by deep red trim throughout the exterior and a dark green balustrade on the second floor. These colors all work together to create the ideal retro yet fresh exterior.
Suggested paint color: Morning Sunshine by Benjamin Moore
Chocolate + Chartreuse + Sand
Green and brown associate naturally, but when the green takes a turn toward yellow, the pairing is pleasantly surprising. Chartreuse trim stands out as a high-energy counterpoint to rustic stone walls and earthen siding and firmly links the home to like-colored garden plantings. When looking for exterior paint ideas, take your cue from features that can’t easily be changed. Consider your home’s roofing, stonework, and landscape to help narrow your color choices.
Suggested paint color: Slap Happy by PPG Paints
For a wood-like exterior without the maintenance, try deep browns like chocolate, espresso, or mahogany. These rich shades add warmth and elegance. Consider your home’s size, sunlight, and style to get the right look.
Pine Green + Red-Brown + White
Field and forest colors suit a Craftsman-style home perfectly. Shutters painted forest green are dark enough to be seen against the rusty brown exterior. White paint brings the porch walls and columns out of the roof’s shadow and handily highlights the green shutters and a front door stained to match the siding. Before choosing your outdoor paint palette, research exterior paint schemes associated with your home’s architectural style.
Suggested paint color: True Green by Benjamin Moore
Brick Red + Gingerbread Orange + Brown
Though this home’s main exterior paint colors are shades of red and orange, they play nicely together due to the shared brown undertones that give them a muted appearance. Brown shingled roofs and window trim enhance without disrupting the view. Since ever-shifting natural light affects how paint colors are viewed, take the fan decks and paint chips outside and look at them on bright and cloudy days. Better yet, experts suggest trying three colors (for the shutters, trim, and siding, for example) on the front of your home and stepping across the street to see how the combination works.
Suggested paint color: Sienna Red by PPG Paints
Olive + Celery + Ivy + Terra-Cotta + Cream
This historic Victorian does color right. Three shades of green—with olive on the main-level siding, celery on the upper-level siding, and ivy accents on trim, windows, and gables—produce an easy-going, yet multifaceted backdrop for bolder terra-cotta accents and cream architectural details. If you prefer a mostly monochromatic look, choose the darkest, the lightest, and a midtone color from one paint-chip strip as your palette’s primary players.
Suggested paint color: Mild Evergreen by Valspar
Taupe + Camel + Periwinkle Blue + Eggplant
Trim painted camel emphasizes this home’s shape, making it appear wider and taller. The rich camel tone shows up again to bring out the windows and entry door. Window frames in an eggplant hue sound a playful note and work with periwinkle blue details to add architectural interest to the plainly profiled abode. Take a close look at the roof shingles, and you’ll see where the homeowners found the inspiration for this scheme’s blue and purple accent tones.
Suggested paint color: Honest by Behr
Gray + White + Cobalt Blue
You can’t miss when combining gray and white on a home’s exterior. No matter the shade, gray beautifully sets off white trim, as well as a wide variety of other colors. At this house, cobalt blue turns an entry door enchanting and repeats in simple lines accenting the roof and soffits.
Suggested paint color: Blueberry by Benjamin Moore
When choosing gray paint for your exterior, blend cool and warm tones for a balanced, cohesive look. Include elements like gray roof shingles or stone path steps into the palette.
White + Aquamarine + Tangerine
White exteriors remain popular for their pristine appearance and go-with-anything properties. This farmhouse takes a flashy turn, thanks to calypso-style accent hues. Aquamarine shutters beautifully frame the windows, while a tangerine door moves to center stage. For a balanced exterior color combination, choose three tones for your home’s exterior: a neutral hue for the body, a notable accent color for trim and shutters, and to draw attention, a punchy color for the door.
Suggested paint color: Navel by Sherwin-Williams
Country Blue + White + Black
The blue color family is one of the best exterior house paint colors. This calming and notable hue works especially well on homes set in established neighborhoods or on tree-lined streets. On this true-blue exterior, trim painted white outlines the roof peaks and windows. Black paint highlights sashes and dentil moldings around the windows and the door trim. To direct traffic to the front door, white columns frame the front steps.
Suggested paint color: Canyon Blue by PPG Paints
Black + Teal
David Tsay
Use darker colors to create a moody modern exterior. Paired with an all-black exterior, a deep teal door adds a surprising, but not overwhelming, pop of color. Add a few porch chairs with teal and blue pillows to lighten up the patio and contrast the rich exterior paint color.
Suggested paint color: Teal by Benjamin Moore
All White
John Granen
When in doubt, choose a classic all-white color scheme for your home’s exterior. Not only does white exterior paint look clean and polished, but it also complements seasonal decor and will never go out of style.
Suggested paint color: Pure White by Sherwin-Williams
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