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Most property owners give a great deal of consideration to the external appearance of their homes. It is presumably the most vital choice you can make about your home since its appearance fundamentally impacts its future worth. They choose the right material, whether it is better stucco or vinyl siding, and then decide how to move ahead with its furnishing.

Lately, I’ve really been analyzing and pinning exteriors to my heart’s content. Maybe it’s because I’ve been dreaming of adding a garage and architecturally changing the exterior aesthetic of my own home, or maybe it’s the fact that Emmett and I have been focused on improving our backyard and carport area since the warm weather has settled in for good. Either way, I thought it’d be fun to share exterior color palettes and combinations I think are timeless, classic, and true winners- no matter the style of your home. Click through for the paint colors and good examples of uses for them!

While mixing textures on your home exterior may seem intimidating, it’s the perfect way to reflect your style. From blending classics like stone and brick to creating an innovative combination that’s all your own, there are limitless ways you can combine siding styles and accents to create a look that’s unique to your home.

What you cover your house’s exterior with plays an important role in your home’s curb appeal. Homeowners today have a lot of choices when it comes to home coverings, which can make for some tough decisions. Things to be considered include appearance, durability, maintenance, and cost. Many homeowners looking for an attractive and durable option may consider brick, but they would do well to consider fiber cement siding as well.

Brick house or vinyl siding – what’s the right choice? While both of these siding materials are commonly used and are likely to create nice curb appeal for your home, there are some distinct differences you should be aware of when choosing brick siding vs. vinyl siding.

Are you wondering if Hardie siding is a worthwhile investment for your home?

And how long will it really last in Northeast Wisconsin’s ever-changing climate?

If you’re nodding in agreement, you’re not alone.

In this guide, you’ll learn just how long Hardie siding can last, what makes it so durable, and why it’s the top choice for homeowners who want their siding to stay beautiful for decades.

The internet has lots of inspiration…caution! only use web images as a starting point, guide and inspiration. You must view the actual colors to make your final decision! Here is a link to one ofSherwin-Williamsexterior pages to get your wheels rolling.

One of the primary benefits of adding siding to your home is the increased energy efficiency, and insulated siding goes above and beyond traditional siding in that respect. Traditional siding can leave your home vulnerable to heat loos, especially during the colder months. Insulated siding usually comes with a foam backing that helps to reduce thermal bridging – the process where heat escapes through studs, joists, and other items that make up the framing of your house.

Every year, Remodeling Magazine puts together their Cost vs. Value Report, which details average return on investment (ROI) for 23 typical home renovation projects. The report surveys more than 6,000 realtors, showing them illustrations of a completed project and asking them to estimate the resale value added to the home.

After a decade of frequent changes to the Hardie siding colour palette in Alberta, James Hardie has settled into a standard palette of 18 colours available for Hardie siding (pictured below). These colours are available in Plank, Panel, Shingle, and Battens:

Can you paint vinyl siding? Painting companies might say that you can. But as you can see from these photos, it could be a mistake that costs you thousands.

Despite the fact that your local paint supplier carries paint that is supposed to be “vinyl safe” -

The last few years have been challenging for many reasons, but lately, it looks like things are slowly returning to normal. Unfortunately, one issue that is still affecting industries across the country is supply chain disruption. Siding products have fallen victim to these disruptions, slowing both renovations and home building projects.