9 Exterior Paint Color Trends You'll Be Seeing in 2024
Update your home's exterior with one of these expert-forecasted paint color trends.
Glidden
A fresh coat of exterior paint is a sure way to boost curb appeal and create a warm welcome. If your home's exterior could use a refreshing update, look no further than these expert-recommended paint colors for 2024.
Neutral hues are still trending, providing a versatile backdrop for a variety of front door and trim pairings, while seamlessly blending in with the home's surroundings. "For exterior paint trends in the upcoming year, light exteriors are expected to embrace warm neutrals, offering homeowners a canvas to express their individuality," says Ashley McCollum, color expert for Glidden Paint by PPG.
If you're ready to embrace a deep and moody paint color this year, McCollum adds that darker hues are also on the rise. "On the other hand, dark exteriors are poised for a touch of vibrancy, with blacks and dark grays adopting earthy undertones to enhance visual appeal," she says. Add a touch of personal style and update your home with one of these expert-forecasted 2024 exterior paint color trends.
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Warm Brown
Courtesy of Valspar
Valspar's Fired Earth is a stunning exterior paint color that works particularly well on a contemporary style home. Sue Kim, the brand's director of color marketing, describes it as a dark yet warm brown. "Simple lines and wood accents create harmony with this dark brown shade and layer in a luxurious feel to the exterior of the home," she says.
Paint Color: Fired Earth by Valspar
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Silver-Gray
Courtesy of Benjamin Moore
For the ultimate light neutral, paint the exterior of your home in the stunningly elegant Stonington Gray by Benjamin Moore. "It's one of our most timeless colors with a global appeal," says Hannah Yeo, senior manager of color marketing at Benjamin Moore. Yeo notes that neutral colors such as this silver-gray tone are still at the mainstream. "They’re highly versatile and work well with many different styles and materials such as wood, stone and brick," she says.
Paint Color: Stonington Gray by Benjamin Moore
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Tranquil Green-Blue
Courtesy of Valspar
If you want to add a splash of color to exterior doors, trim, and even a porch ceiling, Valspar's Renew Blue is a beautiful pick. It's a green-influenced blue that Kim describes as a nourishing tone that creates a sense of peace, especially for outdoor spaces. "This welcoming and peaceful shade uplifts intentional time spent in the backyard and elevates the everyday space," she says.
Paint Color: Renew Blue by Valspar
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Warm Honey
Courtesy of Glidden
"On an exterior, Limitless is optimistic without being in your face," McCollum says. It's a fresh, warm hue with an inviting quality and if you're looking for a neutral paint color that's not gray or beige, Glidden's Color of the Year 2024 is an easy choice. "It’s a great alternative to common neutral exterior colors, giving facades a more welcoming curb appeal," McCollum says.
Paint Color: Limitless by Glidden
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Creamy Off-White
Courtesy of Glidden
Focus by Glidden is a versatile neutral that works with any exterior style, whether it's a midcentury modern ranch-style home or a traditional center-hall colonial. "It's a warm, creamy off-white that transcends exterior design styles and can create a minimalistic aesthetic on its own or serve as a blank canvas for both warm or cool accents," McCollum says.
Paint Color: Focus by Glidden
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Modern Black
Courtesy of Behr
The combination of a dark paint color and natural wood has been a popular look for modern exteriors, and experts say the trend will continue in the coming year. "For my own home renovation, I've opted for Behr's Cracked Pepper for the exterior siding accented with Blank Canvas for the window trim and detail work," says Cara Newhart, interior designer and Behr ambassador. The brand's Color of the Year 2024 is an easy way to add contrast, depth, and a moody feel.
Paint Color: Cracked Pepper by Behr
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Dark and Moody Gray
Courtesy of Benjamin Moore
"Dark and moody hues remain popular on the exterior of the home," Yeo says. She recommends Benjamin Moore's Temptation, which is a deep gray hue with a hint of blue. "Here, this inky hue adds a modern twist to the traditional architecture and its depth of color also pops against the greenery, enhancing the curb appeal," Yeo says.
Paint Color: Temptation by Benjamin Moore
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Welcoming White
Courtesy of Behr
"Blank Canvas by Behr is the perfect backdrop for larger outdoor surfaces that is easy to build upon and highlight other features," Newhart explains. Have fun with color choices for exterior accents such as trim or your front door—they present the perfect opportunity to add a touch of whimsy and introduce a playful color while maintaining an elegant exterior.
Paint Color: Blank Canvas by Behr
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Cool Green-Black
Courtesy of Glidden
Mostly Metal by Glidden is a striking exterior paint color for an all-over, monochromatic look. "It's a dark, cool black with a slight green undertone," McCollum says. Use it on everything from body siding and trim to the garage door, and match roof tile to the paint color for a modern, statement-making exterior.
Paint Color: Mostly Metal by Glidden
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