Timeless Exterior Colors for Your Home

Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

As a homeowner, one of the most essential projects you can take on is boosting your home’s curb appeal. When it comes to sprucing up your home’s exterior, the first thing to think about is the color of your home.

At Phil’s Main Roofing, we know that first impressions are lasting impressions. That is why we have put together a list of timeless exterior colors that you will love for years to come:

Warm Beige - Beige is always a safe bet when designing your home’s exterior, but sometimes it can feel a bit cold. To give this neutral shade a more cozy feel, consider a warm beige hue for your siding.

White - It never goes out of style! Whether you choose white for your siding or window trims, this color helps to neutralize your home. It also matches almost any roofing color you choose!

Earthy green - Want a more organic appeal? If so, then earthy green shades are an ideal option! A muted green with a summit gray undertone keeps the exterior of your home looking neutral, but also provides a more colorful alternative.

Red - Going red might be a bold move, but it’s also one of those colors that we haven’t seen go out of style yet. Stick with a traditional brick or barn red to mimic a classic, rural look. Plus, it will make your home feel more cozy!

Slate Blue - Time and time again, we see homes painted in slate blue - typically for colonial homes, as this color tends to blend well with the suburban architecture.

Most important factor to take into consideration when choosing a hue for your home’s exterior is to find one that will not only match the architecture, but also the color of your roof. Selecting colors for your home is a major decision, so even if you don’t plan on starting your next project until spring blooms again, it’s never too early to start planning ahead!

If you need help deciding which colors will look best for your home (including the color of your roof), turn to Phil’s Main Roofing! For over 65 years, our family owned company has proudly served Fairfield County and the surrounding areas with our expertise in residential and commercial roofing. For more information, visit us at www.philsmainroofing.com or give us a call at (203) 838-4545 today!

How to Choose Siding Colors for Your Home

 Phil's Main Roofing 

26 Fitch Street, Norwalk CT

(203) 838-4545

www.philsmainroofing.com

Changing the color of your siding is one way to freshen up your curb appeal, especially if you plan to put your home on the market sometime soon. But before you go ahead and choose one, here are a few tips to help you make the right decision:

1. Glance around your neighborhood - what do you see? Is there a particular color scheme that your neighbors follow? While you don’t want your home to look identical to the one across the street, you also don’t want yours to stick out like a sore thumb either. So, if you find that your neighbors’ homes all have a neutral color palette, consider choosing a similar shade.

2. Consider your landscape - from trees to shrubs, and even your patio design, you want your landscaping to match the exterior of your home without anything appearing to be out of place. With that being said, take a step back and observe how different colors would look against your house - if one color clashes, consider opting for another shade.

3. Think about the size of your house - is it on the larger side or the smaller side? While you might love darker colors, a charcoal or black hue might not look so great if your house is big. Why? Because sometimes darker colors can be too overpowering for a large surface. However, if you home is small, a darker color might add some character to it.

4. Look at your roof - what color is it? When it comes to choosing siding colors for your home, one final tip to keep in mind is how it will look against your roof. If your roof is a darker color, try sticking with a light shade for your siding, and if your roof is on the brighter side, think about warming things up a bit. When all is said and done, the way your siding looks against your roof is a huge factor to take into consideration.

For more tips on how to decorate and take care of your home’s exterior, connect with Phil’s Main Roofing on Facebook and Twitter and Google+! And don’t forget to contact us if you need any  maintenance performed on your roof this season. We offer a variety of services to both the commercial and residential markets to assist all property owners with their roof systems. For more information, visit us at www.philsmainroofing.com or give us a call at (203) 838-4545 today!