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HOME EXTERIOR: HOW TO PAINT WITH CONFIDENCE


Q: HOW SHOULD I WORK WITH MY HOME'S KEY FEATURES?

Sue: First identify the key features of your home. If your roof, for example, is a weathered wood type finish, try to select colors that are cooler, so they coordinate with the roof color and the house looks harmonious. If you have a stone facade that features sandy stone colors, think about warmer tones and they will complement the earthy tones of the stone. FYI, I have a 100-year-old, wood-sided house, so I go through the same anxiety as most homeowners when selecting a new paint color.

Irish Cream SW 7537

Virtual Taupe SW 7039