The benefits of vinyl siding are very well known. It tends to have a lower overall cost, It is versatile, it holds up under varying weather conditions, it is more durable than other types of siding, it increases a home’s energy efficiency, and it is virtually maintenance free. That being said, there are still people with reservations about whether a designer look with vinyl siding is possible.
It is entirely possible! Whether you are building from the ground up or updating the exterior impact of an older home, few things can immediately increase your home’s curb appeal like new siding. We know that siding is a long term commitment, so you want to ensure that you make the right choices. The right choice does not have to mean bland or cookie cutter!
Siding is no longer a material that one settles for, and it is no longer limited in color, texture, or style. You do not have to exclude it as an option because of your home’s architecture. Vinylsiding.org has an Inspiration Gallery to help you start to envision an elevated exterior for your home. Heighten your curb appeal and consider implementing one, a combination of, or even every one of the following design options!
Contrasting Color
One color of siding does not fit every house. Beyond that, every house does not have to have only one color of siding. Think about using multiple colors of siding that will draw the eye to architectural features or create visual interest. Housegrail.com has more color inspiration with 8 Vinyl Siding Trends in 2022 – Design Ideas for a Modern Home.
Play with combinations that both compliment each other and contrast each other! Your home may have modern, clean lines that will be heightened with a subtle tone on tone color palette. You may have a Victorian whose details would sing with a varied and traditional “painted lady” color palate. Stone or brick features can be brought to life with a color that is in opposition to the feature.
Trim Trends
There is nothing wrong with classic white trim. There is something wrong with not considering anything else! Black trim can be used in place of white to accomplish a modern look. You can even consider black on black. Sage green, sky blue, khaki, and navy can be used as a new neutral. Bold colors can turn windows in to works of art. The very bold can embrace a trim color for different areas of the exterior.
Varying Texture
Siding comes in many different forms. There is no reason to limit yourself to one plank size or even one style. You can take advantage of the updated offerings and utilize them just like you would with wood. Consider clapboard, wood grain, board and batten, shake, scalloped, and even log style siding mixes. Whatisvinyl.com has 13 Common Vinyl Siding Styles for visual reference.
Line Items
It may seem simplistic, but it is far from it. The strategic combination of vertical and horizontal lines can make a bold exterior design statement. Clapboard, traditional lap, and Dutch lap siding are all traditionally horizontal siding choices. Any of these options can be mixed with traditional vertical siding or board and batten siding. You may choose to do this in several ways.
Regardless of what you may think you want when it comes to siding options, always keep the style of your home in mind. You do not want your choice to fight with your home’s true nature. There is a difference between a fresh take and the wrong take!
Our siding experts at Dynasty Restoration will make sure you get the elevated designer exterior your home deserves.
