Choosing the right kind of paint for your home depends on many factors. One of the aspects to keep in mind is the general weather conditions of the area you live in.

Before you start painting your home’s exterior, it is important to find the right paint. Exterior paints can be oil based or water based and have softer resin as compared to interior paints. Exterior house painting is vital as it not only makes your house look better but also protects your walls from rain, sunlight, snow, and other extreme weather conditions.

Interior paints and exterior paints cannot be used interchangeably. Interior paints used outside will lead to cracking and peeling of paint. Outdoor paints also have volatile organic compounds (VOCs) that are harmful if used in the interiors, as they are toxic to you and your family members. It is advised to use only exterior paints for painting the exterior of your house.

There are various color schemes that can be used in exterior house painting. Some modern and stylish exterior paint color ideas are:

Aqua, ivory, and white
Symmetrical houses exude a sense of elegance and heritage. Using whites and other lighter shades adds to this elegant look. The door can be painted in bright or pastel colors, like aqua, to make your house stand out from the rest.

Brown, honeysuckle white, and mustard yellow
This color scheme is perfect for cottage-style houses or Tudor-style houses. While the honeysuckle white color gives a nice traditional feel to the house, the mustard yellow adds a contemporary look to the house.

Deep turquoise, slate gray, and white
Elegance and sophistication are embodied by the slate gray while the white complements it superbly. A deep turquoise door works as a great compliment with the slate gray. Darker colors can set your house apart from other houses. Some people are afraid of using grays and blacks, but the white accent cuts through the dark shades beautifully.

Canary yellow and soft gray
Painting your home’s exterior in a soft grey and accenting the house with a canary yellow gives your house a completely modern look. The door, in this case, can remain brown or any traditional door color works well with this combination.

Crabapple, beige, and blue-gray
Majorly using crabapple exterior paint along with a beige accent can make your house stand out. The beige accent cuts through the dark paint and painting the door in blue-gray adds a dimension to your house that makes your house look rustic yet modern.