Curb Appeal – Color and Texture are Key

Home exteriors make a first impression, and impression, and experts say color plays a significant role in curb appeal.

“Choosing deep, bold colors for your door or siding can provide eye-catching focal points and dramatically increases curb appeal,” says Jon Lapp of ProVia. Lapp offers the following tips for sprucing up your home’s exterior.

Siding

Color and texture greatly affect a home’s overall look and style. Whether you go for soft earth tones or deep hues of primary colors, color retention technologies will maintain the look you choose for years to come. Then, for a beautiful, finished look, consider pairing your siding with materials such as faux stone or decorative shake.

The Entry

The front door is a great place to make a color statement. However, if you buy an exterior replacement door and try to finish it yourself, achieving a flawless finish is easier said than done. Trim, and possibly sidelights and a transom will also need to be painted to match or coordinate with the door.

Your best bet for a beautiful, lasting finish is to have the manufacturer paint your door. And, bonus: the color will also be under warranty. Look for a manufacturer that crafts custom doors that allows you to choose different interior and exterior colors and other specs tailored to your taste.

For more ideas and inspiration, visit provia.com. In addition to photo galleries of finished projects, the site’s home designer tools allow you to visualize how various elements will look on your home.

— Courtesy of StatePoint