In the before picture below you can see how the trim color on this home in Powell, OH blended in with the stucco and gave the home no definition. We painted the stucco a modern grey and the trim a softer grey in the same color palate. We painted the front door a fun, light blue color to remind this…
The siding on this home in Indianapolis, Indiana was an original builder blue flat paint that had faded immensely. The old white trim was stained with mildew. Our color consultant recommended a brand new darker blue with a touch of slate and sheen. Now the siding on this home has depth and the fresh white glossy trim sets it off. BEFORE AFTER Looking…
Painting the exterior of your home is a great way to give your house a fresh, updated look. Exterior painting can bring out beautiful trim work details, cover up a dated color or make your home a true standout on your block. Whether you’re tackling an exterior wood trim painting project (think porches and shutters) or giving the whole…
The right paint and exterior trim color can take your home from boring or outdated to modern, fresh and truly spectacular. We have seen some amazing exterior before and after transformations happen for our clients, and many times it comes down to trim details. So, if you’re struggling with exterior house trim colors or what you should paint your…
We will never get tired of promoting the importance of meticulous preparation before every painting job. Painstaking prep is important on an exterior painting project since the paint job is exposed to the elements and fluctuations in temperature. Many people understand why they should pressure wash, scrape old paint and prime before repainting an exterior, but it’s usually the…
This Columbus, OH customer went all out on their exterior remodel! They installed a modern stone along the base of their home before our painters arrived. Then we took the outdated stucco color/eaves and made them pop with a deep, satin tone. The new grey paint color on the gutters, trim and shutters really ties in the beautiful new stone. The…
Nearly every homeowner will tackle a home renovation at some point. Home renovations can range from simple (e.g. minor bedroom updates) to complex (e.g. tearing out and rebuilding a kitchen or bath). No matter the level of complexity of your renovation, there is a distinct order of operations to maximize the efficiency of your project and guarantee your desired…
The exterior of your home is the first thing you, your neighbors and potential new buyers notice. Between your paint, your landscaping and other exterior features (think porches, decks and fences), the outside of your house tells a story. If you’ve re-painted the exterior of your home recently or if the paint is in good shape, you might not need…
This customer in Kansas City, KS transformed everything on their house! We painted the brick white, including the steps. All the white windows, trim, metal roof and gutters went to a custom black color. In the after photo below, notice the definition in the brick mortar joints and the window grids. What a great transformation! BEFORE AFTER Are you looking for custom masonry painters…
This Nashville, TN customer had a new porch installed and wanted the ceiling to be sky blue so it would feel like more of an open space. We used a soft cream color with a glossy finish on the trim to edge it out. They love their new front porch! Are you looking for exterior painters in Nashville, TN? Our…
The original flat paint on this Columbus, Ohio house had become dull and stained over time. The trim and stucco colors blended together. This customer chose a modern, dark body and kept the trim and garage doors light for contrast. The new stucco color looks great with the stone on the home. What a great house transformation and awesome customer! BEFORE AFTER Are you…
This Roswell, GA customer recently moved into their home and wanted to update the old and tired exterior paint colors. The freshly painted white home looks so much bigger and feels bright and crisp! For the shutters, we used a special tint that really sets off the white background. The old brick chimney is also now freshly painted white and…
Older homes often have a charm or coziness that newer homes can’t replicate. Plus, they come with well-loved details like built-in shelving, original wood floors or quirky architectural details. But every old home needs maintenance, updates or a refresh every few years or so. Paint is one of the best ways to give an old home new life while still…
This customer was tired of the dated, light red brick and builder grey trim on their house in Atlanta, GA. They wanted to make the house look bigger and cleaner. So we painted their entire exterior of their home a modern and bright cream color and accented just the shutters with a glossy olive grey. Notice how the front door and…
You know it is time for the outside of your house to get a facelift. You’ve even narrowed your colors down to your top three. But is it the right time of year to paint your house? If you’re reading this in the spring, then yes! Spring is one of the best times to paint your house exterior. Here are seven…
This customer in Columbus, Ohio recently darkened the exterior of their house to a modern deep brown color. The front stained door was too dark and got lost under the porch amongst the new darker colors. The customer wanted a more modern front door with a lighter, distressed wood look. So, we got to work for them! Here is the door…
This customer in Nashville, TN wanted to stand out in a newer neighborhood because all the brick houses looked the same. Our color consultant recommended that the porch columns match the dark shutters to make them stand out. We also lightened up the entrance by painting the brick steps white. This house is on a hill at the front of this…
It may seem obvious that rotted wood could be a bad thing for your home. If you live in an area with four seasons--many of them heavy with rain or snow--rotted wood can be a common occurrence as your house ages. However, we’ve seen many times where homeowners ignore this problem. Sometimes they feel like it’s a small issue…
Outdoor decks are often a cherished space by homeowners. Fences can add a sense of beauty, serenity and safety to a home. But when these exterior amenities are exposed day in and day out to the elements, they can quickly look worse from wear. If your deck or fence needs a facelift, a refresh or a full-on overhaul, deck…
You might think you know exactly what you want when it comes to the color of your house. In our experience, however, we’ve met with many homeowners who have had trouble making final paint color decisions. First, heading into a big box retail store to choose paint colors can be overwhelming, to say the least. You might be thinking that…
