Windows - Monument or Surfmist?
Colour choice for aluminium window frames - Monument or Surfmist?
I prefer Monument for interior (see floor example). I think lighter frames will need more cleaning). FYI I will be adding plenty of natural timber for warmth.
I prefer Surfmist for exterior (roof and guttering will be Surfmist and possibly the painted weathertex too). I like the light/bright monotone look especially with lots of trees and greenery around. I worry Monument will look weird and out of place without the dark roof etc to match.
Maintenance and cleaning is a big consideration for me (TBH 99% of my design is based on avoiding both as much as possible).
Finally the house will be on a 5 acre block with lots of trees so I don't have to worry too much what the neighbours will think of my colour scheme or my boring 'shed' shaped house.
Any tips, hints, opinions appreciated!
Comments (12)
bigreader
2 years agoI think white with black trim would look amazing inside and out. But you’re right the Monument will look orphaned if the only exterior place it is used is the windows. You need to see what else you can incorporate in Monument or even black.
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