Exterior Painting Guides

Professional advice on colors, prep, materials, and techniques for exterior painting in the Lehigh Valley.

Exterior Paint Colors for Colonial Style Homes

Traditional colonial homes have specific architectural cues that demand specific color app...

Exterior Paint Colors for Ranch & Single-Story Homes

Low horizontal ranch homes need colors that add visual height and interest. Best options f...

Exterior Paint Colors for Craftsman Bungalows

Craftsman homes thrive with earthy, complex palettes that honor the Arts & Crafts traditio...

Exterior Paint Colors for Split-Level Homes

Split-level homes have unique multi-plane facades that benefit from specific color strateg...

Exterior Paint Colors for Cape Cod Homes

Cape Cod's iconic form calls for specific color palettes. Shingle, clapboard, and trim col...

Exterior Paint Colors for Tudor Style Homes

Tudor homes with their half-timbering and stucco need colors that honor the architectural ...

Curb Appeal Paint Colors That Actually Increase Home Value

Paint colors proven to increase buyer appeal and potentially increase sale price in the Le...

Best Exterior Paint Brands: Benjamin Moore vs Sherwin-Williams vs Behr

Not all exterior paints are equal. Honest comparison of the top brands for Lehigh Valley's...

How to Make Your Exterior Paint Last 10+ Years

Proper prep, application, and maintenance strategies that extend exterior paint life in PA...

Front Door Paint Colors: The Complete Guide

Your front door is the focal point of your home's exterior. Color selection, paint type, a...

Shutter Paint Colors: Choosing the Right Contrast

Shutters should create visual interest without clashing. Guide for Lehigh Valley colonial ...

Garage Door Paint Colors That Look Custom

Garage doors take up 30-40% of a home's front facade. Color choices that elevate the whole...

Exterior Two-Tone Paint: Body, Trim & Accent Color Guide

How to use two or three exterior colors to create architectural interest and curb appeal....

Best Paint Sheen for Exterior Siding, Trim & Doors

Flat, satin, semi-gloss - which sheen goes where on your exterior? Complete guide....

Painting Exterior Brick: Pros, Cons & What to Expect

Painting brick is permanent. What you need to know before you commit, from Lehigh Valley p...

Painting Exterior Stucco: Process, Products & Costs

Stucco painting requires specific products and techniques. Complete guide for Lehigh Valle...

Painting Wood Siding: Clapboard, Shiplap & Cedar Shake

Wood siding requires specific prep and paint products. Complete guide for PA homeowners....

Can You Paint Vinyl Siding? Yes - Here's How

Vinyl siding can be painted if done correctly. Products, prep, and process for Lehigh Vall...

Exterior Painting in Cold Weather: What PA Homeowners Need to Know

Can you paint outside in the fall or early spring in Pennsylvania? Temperature, humidity, ...

Power Washing Before Exterior Painting: What Pros Actually Do

Power washing is the critical first step of any exterior paint job. What the process shoul...

Exterior Paint Color Trends for 2026: What's Popular in PA

The exterior color trends dominating Lehigh Valley neighborhoods in 2026 and beyond....

Best Exterior Paint for Pennsylvania's Climate

PA's freeze-thaw cycles, humidity, and UV exposure require specific paint formulations. Wh...

Painting vs Staining a Deck: Which Is Better?

Deck paint and deck stain both have advantages. Which is right for your Lehigh Valley deck...

How Much Does Exterior Painting Prep Actually Cost?

Prep accounts for 40-60% of exterior painting labor. Here's what's included and what it co...

Why Porch Ceilings Are Painted Blue (and What Color to Use)

The Southern tradition of blue porch ceilings has practical and aesthetic benefits. Guide ...