HGTV Star-Approved Color Combos for Your Home
We asked three HGTV experts how they would repaint this classic Colonial. Read on to see the pretty palettes they chose.
Stately and Classic Colonial With White Siding and Gray Shutters
HGTV Magazine presents this classic, white Colonial home with gray shutters, charming dormers and a portico.
Photo by: Jean Allsopp
Jean Allsopp
Home ownership comes with a long list of essential tasks, and while many of them are tedious (roof work, gutter repairs), painting the exterior can actually be a fun project. A new coat of paint will totally transform your house, and it can increase the value, too. “It’s a great investment even if you plan on staying put,” says Whitney LaCosta, owner of Howard Hanna Coach Realtors. And if you ever do decide to sell, “curb appeal is critical,” Whitney says. “People form their opinion within seconds of pulling up to your house.”
So how do you choose the right color? HGTV stars Taniya Nayak, Lyndsay Lamb and Elizabeth Finkelstein are here to share their favorite exterior color combos, and why they might be the right fit for your home.
Light Teal + Dark Teal
Teal Blue Colonial Home
HGTV Magazine presents this monochromatic teal Colonial home with crisp, white trim, charming dormers and a portico.
Photo by: Jean Allsopp
Jean Allsopp
This tone-on-tone combo is earthy and attention grabbing.
The gray door ties in with the color of the roof shingles, adding to the tone-on-tone charm. To get the look, try these paint colors: Meteorological, Provence Blue and Supernova by Behr.
Mint Green + Navy
Colonial Home With Unique Paint Colors
HGTV Magazine presents this charming Colonial with light green siding, navy blue shutters and a bright red front door.
Photo by: Jean Allsopp
Jean Allsopp
Light green contrasts with dark blue in a way that’s so soothing and welcoming.
Plus, the bright red-orange door delivers an unexpected pop of color. For a similar look, try these paints: Seawashed Glass and Salty Dog by Sherwin-Williams and Tomato Red by Benjamin Moore.
Pastel Pink + Green
Charming Colonial With Unique Paint Colors
HGTV Magazine presents this charming pink Colonial home with dark green shutters and a muted yellow front door.
Photo by: Jean Allsopp
Jean Allsopp
Anders Krusberg
This palette is fun and bright but still works on older homes.
Another benefit to painting your house pink, is it makes your landscaping look extra lush. Bring home the look with these paint colors: Warming Peach, Courtyard and Antiquity by Sherwin-Williams.
