Many people want to change the color of their home or apply a fresh coat of paint to give it a smoother look. If this applies to you, our professional exterior painting contractors can help. As people consider external paint, color is the biggest choice to make. These are some answers to common questions that we hear, and we hope that they will guide you in making the right exterior paint color decision.

What Is the Best Color to Maximize Property Value?

According to Zillow and HGTV, the most popular exterior paint color choice that helps homes sell better is a fusion hue called “greige.” It is a mixture of gray and beige, which produces a warm but slightly muted look. Earth tones are popular as well, and greige is a color that falls into that category. Also, both entities reported that navy blue was the top-selling color choice for a front door to boost a home’s value. If you like gray, it is better to lighten it or mix it with another color to produce a hint of warmth. MarketWatch reported that dark gray, terracotta, dark brown and eggshell were some of the worst choices in terms of trying to boost property value. To improve home resale value, these were some of the recommended choices from multiple paint and home restoration experts:

• Light yellow
• White
• Putty
• Sage green
• Light blue
• Pale orange
• Warm beige

Does Exterior Paint Really Add Value?

When you are planning to sell your home soon or within a few years, exterior house paint colors are especially important to consider. The biggest way that exterior paint adds value to your property is the perceived value or curb appeal. If you choose a color simply because you like it, you run the risk of potential buyers not agreeing with you. For example, if you like royal blue and paint your house that color, it will probably look like an eyesore if the rest of the homes in the area are muted or light colors. Recent Consumer Reports research showed that paint increased the value of an average home between two and five percent. The key is to choose a popular color that will attract more potential buyers.

What Are the Most Popular Exterior House Paint Colors?

In coastal areas of Virginia, muted and warm colors are popular. White is also a timeless seascape classic. These are some of the most appealing colors in the area and throughout the country:

• Desert beige
• Pale sage
• Sky blue
• Pale yellow

How Long Does Exterior Paint Last?

Some factors that can affect the life of your exterior house paint are sun exposure, temperature changes, moisture, wind and storms. In this area, moisture is one of the biggest issues. Coastal homes are exposed to more ocean moisture and to some extreme storms in both the winter and the summer. Most experts agree that the average life of an exterior paint job is about five to seven years. It may be longer in some cases.

The best way to make sure that your paint lasts as long as possible is to hire professional exterior painting contractors. They know how to apply the right type of paint, how to prepare the surface thoroughly and how to apply the paint correctly. Some people also have exterior sealers applied to protect their paint. A high-quality sealer acts like a water repellent and may help prevent wear from continuous exposure to moisture. People who hire handymen or try to apply exterior paint and sealers themselves often miss important steps or lack the right technologies and tools to complete the job optimally, which means that their investment is wasted.

Hughes Painting Provides Professional Exterior House Painting Services

Hughes Painting proudly serves the Virginia Beach VA and Chesapeake VA areas. We have been in business for more than a decade and take our reputation for quality and reliability seriously. Our painters are knowledgeable and understand the composition and characteristics of paint. They know how to use modern equipment and are familiar with the latest technologies, which means that they can provide you with a seamless and impressive exterior look.

We specialize in all types of residential painting including interiors and exteriors. If you need both services, we can arrange a plan that fits your busy schedule. Our painters are courteous and professional, and they treat your property with the same respect and care that they would treat their own. They are fully vetted and have passed comprehensive background checks. We are an insured and licensed company. With our satisfaction guarantee on our work, you can rest assured that we are committed to delivering unrivaled customer service. Please call our team today if you have any questions or if you would like a free estimate.