Make your house the envy of the block with these paint colors that are perfect for porches.

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Your porch color scheme can have a major impact on the rest of your home.

Just ask Sue Kim,Cabotdirector of color marketing.

a screened in porch with lots of greenery outside and wicker furniture

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Porches are one of the first elements of the home that people see.

Therefore, they set the tone for the rest of your home.

No pressure, but getting the look right is a big deal.

Sherwin-Williams Simply White Paint Color on Home Exterior

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Luckily, it doesnt have to be a difficult task.

To create an even more tranquil setting, pair the navy shade with acomplementary gray.

Pair it with adeeper charcoalon the doors and shutters for a timeless look.

Cabot Newbury Blue on Porch

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Black is becoming increasingly popular in the exterior world, instantly giving a modern twist, says Yeo.

Charcoal Blue (SW 2739) by Sherwin-Williams

Charcoal Bluetakes a moody stance on afront porch.

But dont letWhite Satinfool youit isnt white, but a soft sky blue.

Behr Greige Paint Color on Porch

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The shade pairs particularly nicely with an icyhaint blue porch ceilingas it draws the eye up.

This works especially well with homes that have a darker exterior paint color.

This neutral backdrop brings the greenery to the forefront.

Benjamin Moore Black Beauty on Porch Exterior

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To bring out the most of its high energy, pair it with deep navy or black siding.

Sherwin-Williams Charcoal Blue on Home Exterior

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Behr Lunar Surface Paint Color on Porch

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Benjamin Moore White Satin Paint Color on Porch

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Behr First Snow Paint Color on Attic Bedroom Ceiling

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Benjamin Moore Mountain Peak Paint Color on Home Exterior

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Benjamin Moore Sunny Days Paint Color on Front Door

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