Exterior bungalow facade paint
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6 years ago
Hello I have recently removed our old column supports from front porch and replaced with square posts. What i had planned was to paint the posts in white and be done with it however the pain't scheme isn't gelling and I'm wondering whether a colourist or designer can suggest whether there is a general rule of thumb for which paint looks best on which features. I have used Dulux Camel Train for main, Dulux Beechwoods on battens and Natural white on windows and panels. Thank you
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cloudpants
6 years agoFirst of all, what a gorgeous house. So classic and Aussie (even though they are 'California', lol).
I don't know if there are any hard and fast rules about paint for certain sections, but it interested me enough to search images. What I discovered is that usually, no matter what colour scheme is used, the upper section is usually painted the same as the lower main section and the batons, posts and features are done in a different colour which brings attention to them. Here's some examples. I therefore also agree with the suggestion above to paint the posts the same as the batons.
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6 years agoCloudpants 3rd picture does it for me.
I would go with Camel Train on the main walls and flat gable panels, White on all battens and trim. Beach Woods is not differentiated enough from the Camel Train to stand out anyway.
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6 years agoThis house is close to where I work. Have always admired it and the way it fits into the environment. Sorry about the quality of the photos.
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