{"id":124,"date":"2017-07-14T10:43:21","date_gmt":"2017-07-14T10:43:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kingpainting.com.au\/blog\/?p=124"},"modified":"2020-10-10T21:16:12","modified_gmt":"2020-10-10T21:16:12","slug":"picking-the-perfect-house-colour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kingpainting.com.au\/blog\/picking-the-perfect-house-colour\/","title":{"rendered":"Picking the perfect house colour"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When deciding to paint the exterior of your home, there are many trends and preferences to consider.\u00a0Choosing a colour that will be pleasing for a length of time can be difficult. Whether you are sticking\u00a0with the tried and true white and beige exterior, or going with a more trendy bold hue, you\u2019ll want to\u00a0take care in your selection.<\/p>\n<p>The first step to take is to spend time researching paint schemes and companies. This will help you know\u00a0what you like and what you don\u2019t like, which gives you a good starting point. Selecting a company that\u00a0provides high quality paint is important, as well. Your home\u2019s appearance will remain looking fresh and\u00a0up-to- date with a long-lasting finish, especially one that is properly protected from the elements. UV\u00a0absorbers in the pain formula will aid in this endeavor. If your home has an exterior like stone or\u00a0brickwork, a low-gloss or matte finish may help it look more even and smooth. Part of your research\u00a0should include gathering samples and trying them out on pieces of wood or other sample surfaces and\u00a0getting a feel for what they look like in your area. Take your time to find what works for you, because\u00a0you\u2019ll likely be looking at it for a while.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve decided on a basic exterior colour scheme, and chosen a reputable company with top-tier\u00a0product, you can begin to think about accent colours and enhancing the palette for your home. Envision\u00a0what you want, how it will fit in the neighborhood and on the property, and what you need to make it\u00a0happen. Is your roof designed to accentuate a bold colour, or will it make your home seem heavier or\u00a0darker? Current trends are showing shades of grey as popular, which look sleek and modern, but also\u00a0calming and attractive. These colours open you up for a variety of trim colours, so if your\u00a0weatherboards or exterior walls are charcoal or steel coloured, you may consider bright whites for trim.<\/p>\n<p>If your main exterior is a lighter shade of gray, you might choose a bolder contrast to your window trims\u00a0or fretwork. If you prefer a more cohesive scheme between exterior and trim, you can add a splash of\u00a0colour simply by painting the front door. This draws the eye to the entry of your home, making it seem\u00a0inviting and increasing your curb appeal.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve decided on what you want, contact a capable and reputable painting company. Seek out\u00a0references and take the time to discuss in detail the scope of the project. Book the work and you\u2019ll soon\u00a0be looking at a brand new home. You may love it so much, you\u2019ll want to change the interior colours\u00a0next, so keep that paint company\u2019s number accessible!<\/p>\n<p>Lastly, prepare yourself for the response. Remember, it\u2019s what you love that\u2019s important, because you\u00a0have to live there. Others will have opinions, and hopefully they\u2019ll agree, but know that you\u2019ve done all\u00a0the work and research necessary to continue with your new home exterior for years to come.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>\u00a9 Copyright 2017 King Painting Specialists Pty Ltd.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When deciding to paint the exterior of your home, there are many trends and preferences to consider.\u00a0Choosing a colour that will be pleasing for a length of time can be difficult. Whether you are sticking\u00a0with the tried and true white and beige exterior, or going with a more trendy bold hue, you\u2019ll want to\u00a0take care in your selection. The first step to take is to spend time researching paint schemes and companies. This will help you know\u00a0what you like and what you don\u2019t like, which gives you a good starting point. Selecting a company that\u00a0provides high quality paint is important, as well. Your home\u2019s appearance will remain looking fresh and\u00a0up-to- date with a long-lasting finish, especially one that is properly protected from the elements. UV\u00a0absorbers in the pain formula will aid in this endeavor. 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