Stepping Into Springtime in 2021

With everything that is happening in the world today, it can seem like we’ve been trapped in our homes for as long as we can remember. The year 2020 brought with it unimaginable hardships, but if there was any positive side effect, it was that people all across the globe took a good hard look inside their houses and gave everything a nice facelift. Home improvement projects have never been more popular, and folks are showing no signs of slowing down.

What can you do next to brighten the space where you live? It might be the perfect time to step outside and look at your home’s exterior. It’s a brand-new year, and spring is in the air! What better way to improve your house than by giving it a new coat of paint? Residential painting projects have never been more accessible and rewarding.

With all the moving parts of exterior painting projects, the thought itself can get overwhelming! However, painting is not something you have to tackle on your own. The hardworking people at Chrave Davis Painting have the skills and experience to walk you through the entire process and execute everything on your behalf, all down to the smallest details. Whether you live in Ramsey MN or in another area, our team is prepared to usher you throughout the whole experience of getting your house painted, from selecting colors to developing a maintenance plan for your finished project, with every step in between.

But what color should you choose? What statement are you trying to make with your house? How do you pick something that will look trendy today but won’t be terribly out-of-step in the years to come? Do not worry because we’ve got you covered. Below we’ve outlined a number of general color palettes that would be wonderful options for your home. We would also be delighted to discuss them directly with you when you’re ready to reach out. We have over a decade of experience making our clients’ dreams come true, and we are here to do the same for you and your space.

Keeping It Neutral

Residential painting doesn’t necessarily mean choosing a vibrant and bold new color. Consider a neutral tone because there are many trendy options in this family.

Warm Whites

A bright and cheery white for your paint job can really pop, but you’ve got to opt for the right shade. If you love the fresh, clean look of a white house, think creamy warm whites rather than stark bright white. It creates a warmer feel overall, and this hue family will last longer, trend-wise, than a true white.

Safe, Trusty Beige

Beige is back, baby! More accurately, beige never goes out of style because of its versatility. It can appear as a number of neutral colors depending on how the light hits it. Beige doesn’t yellow like some hues, and it allows you to showcase your home’s other decorative touches and landscaping features without appearing too busy.

Colors To Look At:

Seapearl – Benjamin Moore

Swiss Coffee – Benjamin Moore

Accessible Beige – Sherwin Williams

Shaker Beige – Benjamin Moore

The Many Sides of Grey

Grey is undoubtedly a darling of a color choice for any exterior painting project. The trick is to pick the appropriate hue that will convey the best feel for your house. Luckily, we have several wonderful options for you.

Pale Grey

Going light when selecting grey is a great option for people who appreciate beige but would like a bit of a change. You can pick a grey with nice warm undertones and hints of green, and this really demonstrates how versatile grey can be even when it is a pale variety. It’s definitely a trendsetting option.

Dark Grey and Pewter

The opposite end of the spectrum deals with dark greys and even pewters. It’s a really bold statement and can make a cool contrast on your block, especially when paired with a light and bright trim color. Dark grey or pewter are real power colors, and the trend isn’t going anywhere anytime soon.

Colors To Look At:

Dovetail – Sherwin Williams

Crushed Ice – Sherman Williams

Wrought Iron – Benjamin Moore

Cyberspace – Sherwin Williams

Revere Pewter – Benjamin Moore

Cool Color Palette Options

If you’d like our fully insured and licensed team to assist with selecting an actual color for your house, consider beginning in the cool colors such as blues and greens. There are so many lovely colors to select from, and we’ve got several ideas that are on point and on trend.

Slate Blue

Slate is a lovely and tranquil color that evokes peace, clarity and the sea. It could be an ideal color for your home, and it is a marvelous choice for a color that isn’t too bold or overpowering. Rather, slate blue will support and complement the foliage in your yard and evoke a calm atmosphere altogether.

Navy Blue

Navy is all the rage inside and out of homes, so don’t be afraid to pull the trigger with your project. Navy works great on many different styles of houses, and it pairs well with a warm or light colored trim. A rich and deep navy is always a good direction, but you could also branch out into the royal blue family and still stay in style.

Earthy Green

Although most people who dabble in the bold shade of earth green do so via trim and accent pieces, there has been an uptick in folks opting for painting their entire home this color. The best part is, it works! Check out if this could work for your house by “trying it on” virtually with one of our representatives.

Colors To Look At:

Hale Navy – Benjamin Moore

Admiral Blue – Sherwin Williams

Green Earth – Sherwin Williams

Saybrook Sage – Benjamin Moore.

Unique Options – Off The Beaten Path

There’s always an option to make a bold statement when it comes to your home’s exterior. We’ve had a lot of great feedback from clients and neighbors who have selected one-of-a-kind trim colors, front door colors and even entire house colors. It could be a fun and fashionable choice for your place.

Bronze or Other Metallics

Bronze is becoming one of this years hottest new colors for your home’s exterior, and it’s easy to see why. It is bright, fun and warm, and people love to pair the paint color with other metallic accents like fixtures and furniture. This might be the year to dive into the metallic color family and see if something speaks to you.

Wood

Wood is a classic look, and it will, quite simply, never go out of style. While so many people are thinking about adding color and treatment, you could also consider stripping your siding down a few levels to the raw and gorgeous look of the wood itself.

Colorful Accents

If you’re not ready to commit to repainting the entire exterior of your house, consider colorful accents like brightened-up window trim or a funky new front door. This way you can have a new and vibrant look and feel with minimal time and budget constraints.

Colors To Look At:

Urbane Bronze – Sherwin Williams

Aged Bronze – Benjamin Moore

Greyhound – Benjamin Moore

Let Us Handle Your Exterior Painting

The smartest and easiest way to move forward is to get in touch with us at Chrave Davis Painting. We are able to consult with you on scheduling, colors palettes, general inspiration and your overall next steps – all at your convenience. Don’t wait to give your home the facelift it deserves. We are here to serve you and can’t wait to get started on your next exterior house painting projects.