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25 Vinyl Siding Colors for Every Style of Home
Vinyl siding has long been known for its durability and affordability. But, perhaps its major appeal is the vast assortment of colors available to suit just about any style of home. Whether you are outfitting new construction or looking to refresh your existing vinyl siding, making the right color choice can have a big impact on your homes curb appeal and future resale value. You can decide to play it safe with a warm calming neutral such as white, gray, or tan or make a statement with a bold and rich saturated hue like blue or red. Besides personal preference, experts recommend there are a few things you should consider when picking a siding color: your homes architectural style and both the climate and landscape of its location. If you live in an historical neighborhood or housing development, there may also be expectations so check to see which colors are appropriate or HOA-friendly as you dont want to clash with a neighbor. Here, we spotlight some popular vinyl siding colors, according to the experts, and guide you on how to choose the right color that will elevate your homes own style.How should a homes design features impact your color choice?Brian Shaunfield, Store Manager at Lowes says to first consider the architectural style of both your home and surrounding homes. Victorian homes for example may look great with more vibrant or complex color schemes while a Colonial often benefits from traditional, more understated colors. For cottage and farmhouse styles, Robert Glass, Exterior Paint Merchant at The Home Depot says to lean into nature-inspired hues or crisp whites with dark trim. Its important to also consider existing features such as roofing, trim, window panes, and front door style when considering an overall color scheme. Architectural details and ornate features can be enhanced with accenting colors, so choose wisely when planning the layout. And when in doubt, design pros suggest opting for a monochromatic scheme, so choosing colors from the same family but a few shades apart. After all, you want a color scheme where everything interacts harmoniously. Why are climate and landscaping important?blooming trees and flower beds that flank the home and can ultimately impact how a color looks.Which colors are currently trending?deep blues to earthy greens and warm grays just to name a few. Color trends can also vary depending on where you live. We see a lot of regionality with colors in vinyl siding, says Sydney Joublanc, Exterior Roofing Projects and Vinyl Siding merchant at The Home Depot. Similar to paint, whites are most popular across the board, however warmer neutrals and deeper colors are becoming increasingly popular. Why is Light Reflective Value (LRV) important?LRV measures how much a color reflects light, with values ranging from 0 to 100. Darker colors tend to have a lower value whereas lighter colors score higher on things like energy efficiency and color-fading. Lowes experts recommend checking customer reviews and product descriptions to learn more about how colors perform based on these factors.Can I paint my existing siding?Valspars Duramax or Season Flex, HGTV Weathershield by Sherwin-Williams, or Behrs Marquee. Older vinyl may expand or contract when the weather changes, so you want a formulation that works on this type of surface. Second, before you paint the siding should be cleaned and fully dried. A primer is not necessary unless the original color has faded to the extent that it has become pitted or porous. Experts also recommend you paint when the temperatures are moderate, so fall and spring are ideal. Robert says to avoid choosing anything darker than the original siding color unless otherwise recommended by the material or paint manufacturer. Ready to start shopping? Below, find 25 vinyl siding color ideas to help you pick the right one:
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