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The Best Outside Paint Color When There Are Stone Accents on the House

The color you pair with the stone accents on your home will largely depend on personal taste. Whether you choose a bold vibrant color or a muted neutral, options exist for any exterior design plan. Look to the fixed elements such as the roof color, as well as the landscape and the neighborhood, to determine a color scheme that will blend with its surroundings. If you want to add a pop of color without alienating your neighbors with a fuchsia house, paint your door in a bright hue and paint the house a more palatable shade.

Things You'll Need

  • Paint samples
  • Tape
  • Accessories
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Instructions

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      Pair stone accents with neutral shades of taupe, beige and cream. Pale neutrals can be dressed up or down on the exterior of your house. For instance, add jet black trim to windows and doors to define the space and punctuate any architectural features. Use a combination of cream and black anywhere structures are built such as a deck, patio, carport or garage. Or, use white accents to tie the color scheme together for a casual look.

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      Paint the house a bold hue. Red is a modern color for home exterior decor and when paired with the right accents it can blend into any neighborhood. A red home with stone accents will look best with wood tones. For instance, stain the deck, arbor, pergola, lattice and any other wood features on your property in the same wood stain. Dark tones add contemporary flare to the exterior decor. Choose a heavy wood door with a rustic knocker to finish the look. Lemon, Kelly green and turquoise are other bold colors you can experiment with.

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      Sidestep neutral and bold palettes alike, and consider a mid-range color. Colors like charcoal, navy and sage will provide a solid backdrop for the stone accents and allow you to accessorize the exterior of your home with other colors. For instance, navy and stone can be paired with oxblood accents or sage and stone with chocolate accents. Charcoal, black and white is another popular color scheme.