You push a button and your garage door does your bidding. It goes up, it goes down, and it does not get much appreciation or attention...unless it stops working. However, this curb appeal giant carries a lot of weight when it comes to your Hartford, CT home’s exterior. So, why is the garage door so often left out when it comes to outdoor renovation plans?
Most garage doors can be easily repainted using latex exterior paint. This quick paint job will have your garage doors feeling the love as they happily support your new and improved curb appeal with well chosen paint colors and style.
Here are five painting tips to keep in mind as you consider paint color options for refreshing your garage door.
Pressure Washing
Before you plan the attack for your home’s exterior, you may want to consider using a pressure washer to clean it up. This will help you get a better feel for its true color and wear. If you decide to proceed with painting, you will have a clean surface to start with for a paint job that adheres well and stands up to our chilly, Central, CT winters.
Curb Appeal Attack Plan
Whatever direction you decide to take with your garage door paint color, be sure that it fits into the overall plan for your home’s exterior. From wood to white, carriage doors to traditional, you want this large door to be a team player.
Match Your Door (Or Roof Or Trim)
If you need inspiration or painting ideas for your garage door, think about matching it to the exterior paint color you used on your front door. You could also pull a color out of your brick work or use the same exterior paint color featured on your deck or trim work. Whatever you do, create cohesion that fits in with your home’s architecture and style.
Faux Wood Finish
If you love the look of wooden garage doors but can’t afford the cost of replacing your current fixtures, there is another option. By using gel stains and painting treatments, your current doors can be refinished no matter their materials. This will give you the natural, wooden look you crave without the hefty price tag of replacement.
Playful And Pretty
Believe it or not, as much as we have been preaching neutral paint color palettes for your home’s exterior, you can use color for this paint job. A well chosen exterior paint can add visual interest while still allowing your garage door to work in harmony with the rest of your exterior. Rich, red doors can be done tastefully, and neutral gray/blues can create a coastal vibe for your curb appeal. If you are anxious about paint color selection, get in touch with a home decorating pro to help you with your plan of attack.
We are passionate about the painting ideas you have for your home’s exterior and can work with you on anything from pressure washing to trim. We also specialize in deck paint and maintenance, so if your back deck or front patio needs some work as well, one call to us will transform your home’s exterior from sad to stunning.
Now that spring has arrived, our professional painters would love to consult with you on bringing your curb appeal dreams into reality. Contact us for an estimate today.
