How to Choose Exterior House & Shutter Colors

One of the easiest ways to add value and appeal to your home is with the paint color--for both the exterior walls and the shutters. The colors you choose for these parts of your home give your neighbors and guests a glimpse of your decorating style. When choosing these colors, take into consideration the look you want to create.

Instructions

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  Choose neutral colors if you want your home to blend in with the surroundings. For a house that stands out, opt for a bold color palette.
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  Visit your local home improvement store and gather a collection of exterior paint chips. Hang the paint chips on your house and shutters and take a step back to see what you like, then select a few options.
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  Return to the home improvement store for samples of the paint colors you've chosen. Paint the samples onto your house and shutters to get a better idea of how the colors will look. It's best to put the paint on the house right next to the shutters to see how the colors work together.
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  Choose a color palette from the samples you've painted on your house and shutters. Pick the colors that work best for the look you want to create for your home.

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