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By Jackie Craven, About.com Guide to Architecture

House Paint Pictures

Wednesday May 9, 2007
Colonial Cape Cod house in Sandwich, New Hampshire Choosing exterior paint colors is so difficult, a lot of people simply paint their houses white or beige. But even a white or beige house will have some other color, usually on the door and window sashes. And what a difference that color makes!

How do you pick the best colors? If you are just beginning to look for paint color ideas, try looking at photos that illustrate how color is used on a variety of house styles. Here's a collection to start with: House Paint Pictures >>

Photo: A bright red door adds a welcoming touch to a Colonial Cape Cod home in Sandwich, New Hampshire. © Jackie Craven

Comments

May 20, 2007 at 11:14 am
(1) Greg says:

What is the color of the house? Is is a Valspar color or another product? Thanks.

June 10, 2009 at 9:36 am
(2) Laura says:

What color is the California Bungalow?

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