Ideas on Paint Color for a Deck

White

• For a classic clean look opt for a bright white deck. White provides a simple backdrop for deck furniture and decoration, including container plantings, and need not be limited to classical and colonial homes. Seaside cottages, craftsman bungalows or ranch style homes will also look fresh and vibrant with a bright white deck. You will need to maintain your deck paint to keep the finish clean and consistent, including both a yearly cleaning and paint touch-up. Brighten the space with outdoor upholstered fabric in interesting patterns and bold color palates. White proves a versatile choice for many homes as the exterior paint color can be changed without requiring a new deck color.

Brown

• Brown decks, whether a treated natural wood or a rich deep paint, create a natural and organic aesthetic. Look at not only the style of the home but also your location when deciding on deck paint. A brown deck would complement the color and mood of a heavily wooded lot, for example, but may look drab on a block of vibrantly painted Victorians. Outdoor brown deck paint ranges in hue from deep chocolate browns to softer more neutral tans and beiges. Take care to complement the existing color of your home and provide punches of color with house numbers, lighting fixtures and accessories.

Green

• Green proves a successful deck color in many neighborhoods as it is a natural hue which will coordinate with the surrounding greenery and garden. Look for inspiration in your own landscape; you can even bring in samples of leaves or pine needles and ask the clerk at your local home and garden store to match the paint color to your sample. Greens range from deep forest greens to soft sages. Create a soothing monochromatic look by adding lots of greenery and container plantings to your deck. Ferns and coleus will add subtle variations in color for a sophisticated look. For a more eclectic look with pops of color incorporate some flowering plants, such as mums, cone flowers and morning glories.