The exterior of your home does more than protect what is inside. It makes a statement. It is the first thing people see. It is the most important feature as far as your neighbors are concerned. Siding can make or break the look of your home.

  • Reconsidering Vinyl

Vinyl is often dismissed as a lower-quality look or a less durable option for the home. This is far from the truth when you take another look at the options available now. New products can mimic wood, offer superior insulation, and stand up to the elements.

Vinyl shingles can offer the look of natural wood with much lower maintenance. They will not absorb water and are impervious to insects. There are options that give your home a classic wood look. You can even have a “log” cabin. Shapes such as scalloped edges can offer architectural details.

New developments in siding offer superior energy efficiency and even a reduction in noise entering the home. There are options with insulating foam underlayment that keeps your home warm in the winter and resists heat in the summer.

New options offer fade-resistant color that also hides scratches because the color goes all the way through the panel. Superior locking systems mean resistance to wind damage. Technological advancements also offer impact resistance.

Bobvilla.com offers a How To: Clean Vinyl Siding to keep your siding’s curb appeal.

  • Mixing Materials

There are many ways to mix materials to give the exterior of your home a customized look. Three common methods are mixing vertical and horizontal sidings, mixing elements, and mixing textures.

Consider the impact of mixing horizontal lap siding with vertical panel or board and batten options. Be strategic. Look for architectural details that you want highlighted. Enhance gables and nooks or projections. You may have a porch ready to be set apart from the rest of the house. A horizontal and vertical mix can achieve this look.

Your exterior does not have to be made up of one material. Think about natural elements that compliment siding options. Thespruce.com sums up The 4 Most Popular Siding Materials for Homes. Metal siding options offer a broad range of styles that pairs well with stone. Vinyl and brick offer a classic look. This can give you both the durability and stand-out features that you want.

Siding comes in all types of textures. Opting to combine textures can produce a modern look. Traditional wood grain is the most common siding texture. It is far from the only option. Think about combining wood shake, smooth lap, board and batten, smooth panel, or even stucco to set your home apart.

 

  • Maximizing Color

Siding color options are endless. Hgtv.com has 67 Inviting Home Exterior Color Palettes for inspiration. Two- or three-color palettes are the most common choices. They can be created in different ways. The focus can be siding and trim, siding color combinations, or siding, trim, and natural elements.

Siding and contrasting trim create the most traditional look for exterior colors. Choosing light siding and dark trim colors will create a different look than the reverse. Pops of color can be incorporated by using an unexpected color on a door with a traditional white and black combination. This is the best choice for homes with less architectural detail.

Siding color combinations work well on homes with the same features that horizontal and vertical siding combinations highlight. Dark gray wood shake shingles can be paired with light gray horizontal siding for a contrast in color. A porch may be a great option for a bold siding color like celestial blue. Use bold wood grain planks in dark brown to accent a Tudor-style home.

A home with a combination of siding, trim, and natural elements lend itself to a three-color palette that can handle a bold element. Coffee brick and cream siding can handle bold red trim. Think about the color that may already be present in your natural element and look for ways to bring it out with your siding color.

Whether you are considering full replacement, partial replacement, or a change of color, Dynasty Restoration Inc., is ready to provide the exterior you want today. Call (402) 932-6419 or complete our online request form.

 

 

 

Link 1:  https://www.bobvila.com/articles/how-to-clean-vinyl-siding/

Link 2: https://www.thespruce.com/types-of-siding-for-the-home-1824718

Link 3:https://www.hgtv.com/outdoors/outdoor-remodel/20-inviting-home-exterior-color-palettes-pictures