How to choose exterior paint colours

A new home owner was looking for suggestions on colour schemes to paint the outside of their house (facia, eaves, windows, doors and door frames).

The house is a typical single storey 1950/60s red brick house, sash windows and white cypress floorboards inside. Windows at the back are original and already painted white whereas the front windows look recently installed.

• Facia: Vivid white
• Eaves: Vivid white
• Windows, door frames: Vivid white semi-gloss
• Front and back door: Some bold dark blue (Mystification?) Black and white looks good with these bricks but veer away from stark colours.

As you have so much warmth in the brick, go for a warm off-white (tiniest touch of yellow-brown-taupe-even pink) and a warm (brown vs grey) charcoal.

Cream was in for ages and is probably coming back, some are more appealing than others. The exterior cream you have is what looks dated.

I think that style house would come up a treat with Monument (dark charcoal) for gutters, fascia and window frames. I think if you have a painter up there to do the fascia then you might as well paint the gutters as well. Then feature colour or monument again for the front door.

Inside Lexicon Quarter will be a nice fresh white if you want it nice and bright. It is very bright so it’s personal opinion if you want it that white.

Most popular exterior colours in 2021

To complement the great things you love about your home, these are some of the most popular colours in the Dulux colour range, available in both gloss and satin finishes.

What colour should I choose for my roof?

The curb value of your property could depreciate if the roof colour you choose does not match the color or architectural design of your home.

Choosing the right color for your home's roofing is a big decision. You’re looking for a product that will last as long as possible, while still complementing the look and feel of your home.

View our range of colours available at the Colorbond and AcraTex links below.

Facts about Colorbond

• it is a very hard roofing material
• it has a long life (50+ years)
• it does not rust
• it is extremely resistant to wind, hail, and other weather conditions
• it is extremely fire resistant (it can withstand temperatures up to 1,000°C)
• it has a white colour that blends in well with most colours on a building
• it is tough and long lasting
• it is an eco-friendly product
• it has a bright, glossy appearance
• it comes in a wide variety of colours

View theColorbond Colour Range

AcraTex 962 Roof Membrane

Specially developed by Dulux for the restoration industry. Its unique formula offers excellent resistance to UV light and weathering whilst maintaining high gloss levels.

Features

• Outstanding protection against moisture penetration
• Water Based
• Protective membrane
• Anti-Carbonation properties
• UV Resistant
• Drinking water safe

Benefits

• Same day recoat, easy clean-up & low odour
• Resists pollution, chemical attack and minimises dirt retention
• Resists damaging effects from harsh sun
• Prevents future leaks from developing
• Especially formulated for safe collection of potable drinking water

View theDULUX AcraTex Colour Range

How to choose a roof colour

You want to get this right because you will have to look at a new colour for the next decade, so a new roof colour is a big decision.

Your guttering, fascia, your homes exterior, garage door and driveway are things you need to keep in mind when choosing your new roof colour unless you’re painting these as well.

The right roof colour can add to the value and energy efficiency of the home, and even make it look better.

Hire a professional colour consultant

A professional colour consultant is cheap and a terrific investment in enhancing the street and personal appeal of the property in modern colours. They have the software to render the changes and show you the impact. They offer in-home or online consultation.