{"id":1955,"date":"2013-10-03T10:38:24","date_gmt":"2013-10-03T18:38:24","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dfdhouseplans.com\/blog\/?p=1955"},"modified":"2013-09-28T22:40:23","modified_gmt":"2013-09-29T06:40:23","slug":"tips-on-choosing-the-right-paint-and-using-it-properly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dfdhouseplans.com\/blog\/tips-on-choosing-the-right-paint-and-using-it-properly\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips on Choosing the Right Paint (And Using it Properly)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Painting your home\u2019s exterior is just as intimidating as going into the paint store and picking out a new color for your bedroom wall.\u00a0 No lying, it is a big project, and while you might be overwhelmed with color selection, here are a few tips to help you choose the colors your new home will be.<\/p>\n<p><b>More than one color doesn\u2019t have to be expensive. \u00a0<\/b>When it comes to getting that paint job you see in the paint catalogue, know that the use of more than one color does not have to cost a fortune. Unless you plan to paint with numerous hues the price tag won\u2019t break the bank.\u00a0 So if you happen to like the way that the red painted shutters will look with a new shade of navy, go for it.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 580px\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"   \" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/media.benjaminmoore.com\/WebServices\/prod\/CurbAppeal\/images\/main\/Scheme3RT.jpg\" width=\"580\" height=\"320\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This home uses <a href=\" http:\/\/media.benjaminmoore.com\/WebServices\/prod\/ColorCards2012\/exteriorexpressions\/index.html\">Benjamin Moore\u2019s\u00ae line of exterior paints<\/a> to create a classic look. This home uses dark and light accents to achieve a cohesive look, but the coordinating flowerbeds add a final touch to this home\u2019s curb appeal. You can find exactly the kind of paint you are looking for with their product finder.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Use your accent colors wisely.<\/b> One of the big mistakes that homeowners make when painting the exterior of their house is highlighting the unattractive elements such as the gutters, downspouts, and a protruding garage door.\u00a0 Remember, your home\u2019s paint job will be one of the first things people see, and the last thing you want them looking at is your air conditioning unit or an unevenly placed window.<\/p>\n<p><b>Don\u2019t ignore your neighbors.<\/b>\u00a0 The color scheme of your house should not clash with the neighbor\u2019s house.\u00a0 To make sure that all the neighbors are happy choose a color scheme that blends with the neighborhood or stands out in a subtle way.<\/p>\n<p><b>Don\u2019t forget your lawn.<\/b>\u00a0 What really ups the ante when it comes to curb appeal is a nicely manicured lawn. Take a moment to consider different flowering shrubs or flower gardens in compatible colors.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\" style=\"width: 600px\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.dfdhouseplans.com\/plan\/7142\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" \" alt=\"\" src=\"http:\/\/images2.dfdhouseplans.com\/images\/plans\/IQH\/2067front.jpg\" width=\"600\" height=\"352\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-caption-text\">This <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dfdhouseplans.com\/plan\/7142\/\">country <b>house plan<\/b>\u2019s<\/a> green paint looks great with the dark shingles and white trim and <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dfdhouseplans.com\/articles\/decorative-interior-millwork.asp\">columns<\/a>. Using elements with colors that won\u2019t change is a great way to create a cohesive pallet, so be sure to consider pavers, bricks, or shingles when selecting your color.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Look at paint chips outside.\u00a0 <\/b>Colors look their best out in natural light, and since you are painting the exterior of your home, viewing chips in the sunlight is the best way to gauge how the color will look once it is on your house.<\/p>\n<p>It might take a while for you to decide on the color, but once you decide on a color you will find that a fresh coat of paint does wonders for your new home.\u00a0 If you have no idea where to start, take a look at some of <a href=\"http:\/\/www.dfdhouseplans.com\/architectural_styles.asp\">Direct from the Designers collections<\/a> for inspiration.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Painting your home\u2019s exterior is just as intimidating as going into the paint store and picking out a new color for your bedroom wall.\u00a0 No lying, it is a big project, and while you might be overwhelmed with color selection, here are a few tips to help you choose the colors your new home will [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[27,111,180],"class_list":["post-1955","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-house-plans","tag-curb-appeal","tag-exterior-painting","tag-house-plans"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - 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