If the exterior of your home is long overdue for a paint job, it’s time to start browsing color palettes. You could go with the same color you’ve always painted it, or you could branch out and explore some of the best trending exterior house colors.
In our guide below, we reveal current home exterior color trends and discuss some factors to consider when choosing the ideal color scheme for the outside of your house.
Factors to Consider
There’s more to choosing an exterior color for your home than just selecting one you like. After all, the color you pick could impact your curb appeal and resale value, but it can also influence how your home looks and fits in with the others in your neighborhood.
Before looking at paint colors, consider the architectural style of your home. Is it a rustic, ranch-style cabin or a cozy coastal cottage? While a dark, rich mahogany color might look great on a home with wooden features, that color might seem too heavy on a light and airy cottage by the sea.
Next, consider aesthetic appeal and how the color will blend in with others in your neighborhood. If all the other homes on your block are painted in white, gray, and beige tones, you’ll probably want to avoid bright and vibrant colors so that your home doesn’t stick out like a sore thumb. Selecting a shade in the same color family as your neighbors’ exterior paint jobs can help create a cohesive feel within your neighborhood.
Exterior Home Color Trends 2026
Of course, you want a new coat of paint to help your home look fresh—not outdated—so it’s important to consider current color trends.
So, what is the exterior paint trend in 2026? We’re seeing a variety of colors take front and center this year, from subtle cream and sage green to dramatic blue and sophisticated black.
Some of the most popular exterior colors include the following:
- Neutral shades: Muted colors with low intensity, like beige, cream, and light brown
- Earthy tones: Soft colors inspired by nature, such as mossy green, sky blue, taupe, rust, and terracotta
- Darker finishes: Heavier, moodier colors like dark grey, navy blue, deep purple, and smoky black
While grey has long been a popular color for home exteriors, it seems other colors are taking its place. That said, what color is replacing gray in 2026? We believe warmer, neutral shades, such as greige and khaki are having a moment.
Now, what colors make a house look expensive? Experts believe neutral colors, dark hues, and gem tones can help add a high-end, sophisticated feel to your home. Combining these shades with metallic or refined textures is one sure way to make an impression and create timeless appeal.
How Windows and Doors Can Top off the Look
With a better idea of current home exterior color trends, now you can begin exploring some of the finishing touches, like windows and doors, to help complete the look. You’ll want to choose ones that will complement your color choice and harmonize with the other design elements of your home.
Explore windows and doors that pair durability with design. The best options offer functionality, such as acoustic and thermal performance, with sleek, clean features that align with your home’s architectural style and elevate its aesthetics.
Whether you’d like the trim of your windows and patio doors to perfectly match the color of your home or create a slight contrast with a deeper hue, set your sights on the C700 Fiberglass Series.
Exploring the C700 Fiberglass Series Color Palette
The C700 Fiberglass Series color palette supports the color trends of 2026, as these windows and patio doors come in a variety of finishes and features that won't ever go out of style.
This contemporary collection is available in bark, bronze, black, white, adobe, and steel gray with matching hardware sets. You can also select hardware in satin nickel or oil-rubbed bronze to further polish off the look.
MILGARD remains at the forefront of home design and manufacturing trends, as its C700 Fiberglass Series demonstrates its commitment to high-quality products and understanding of timeless aesthetics.
