Choosing Siding Colors That Fit Your Texas Home

• Siding covers more surface area than almost anything else on your home, so its color and style have a big effect on curb appeal and thus home value.

• Most Texas homes combine siding with brick, stone, or stucco. Good siding choices work with those fixed materials rather than competing with them.

• Lighting will change on how siding looks, so compare samples in different lighting conditions to make sure you’ll be happy with your choice.

Replacing siding can dramatically change the style of your home. Whether or not you’re planning to sell soon, choosing the right siding will play a big role in curb appeal, thus home value. And while siding materials vary in cost and maintenance, as we’ve covered in previous articles, there’s a separate set of cosmetic decisions that determine how the finished exterior looks from the street.

In Texas, siding colors tend to fall within a range of whites, creams, grays, muted blues, and warm neutrals. And it’s little wonder why: these colors pair well with common exterior materials like red brick, limestone, and stucco. The form and patterns of siding can also complement or contrast other elements on the home. So, lap, board-and-batten, and panel siding will all create different visual effects. Here’s what Texas homeowners need to know to make the right choice.

Choosing the Right Siding for Your Home

Light colored siding can make a house look larger and more open, while darker siding adds visual weight and creates a stronger outline. There’s no “wrong answer” between the two, but you should take other elements of your home into consideration. For instance, your roof material and color set the undertones that your siding should complement rather than clash with.

Trim will also affect the final appearance. Light trim stands out sharply on darker siding, which can be handled well if contrast is the point. Dark trim blends well into mid-tone or deeper walls and contrasts sharply against light siding. If your home has several exterior surfaces, choose siding based on the material that covers the most area so the overall exterior looks cohesive.

When it comes to the physical shape and texture of siding, there are a few common styles you’ll see on Texas homes.

• Horizontal lap siding is the standard option: long boards that overlap horizontally. It has a familiar, steady look that works on almost any house and doesn’t call much attention to itself. Many newer Texas homes use it because it blends easily with brick or stone.

• Board-and-batten siding uses wide vertical boards with narrow strips over the seams. Those vertical lines make walls look taller and give the home a more defined outline. It’s often added to gables or upper areas to break up large sections of lap siding.

• Shake siding is made of small, textured pieces meant to mimic wood shakes. It adds character in small areas but can look busy if used across large walls. Many homeowners use it to warm up a porch or add texture to their exterior.

• Smooth panel siding has flat, untextured boards that create a clean, modern look. Because there’s no texture, the color reads more strongly from the street. It works well on simpler home designs where lines and proportions take priority.

For more information about choosing the right siding for your home, don’t miss our guide that breaks down the best siding for Texas weather or our choosing the right roof  guide.

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