THINKING OF PAINTING FOR THE HOLIDAY SEASON? HERE ARE 5 WAYS TO CHOOSE THE BEST EXTERIOR COLOUR

Did you paint the interior of your home during the last Holiday Season? With Chrismas 2022 only 13 weekends away,  you may be now contemplating giving the exterior a  smashing facelift? Selecting a colour for your home exterior is an opportunity to embrace creativity and have a lasting impact on the overall look of your property. 

Painting a house is no small investment, so choosing the best paint colour for the exterior surfaces of your house means picking colours that look great and last. At Rayneau we offer a wide variety of top brand paints that have you covered with durable paints that resist the punishing effects of weather - and have a lifetime limited warranty to prove it.

The best colour combinations are the ones that highlight the most beautiful features of your home, help to disguise flaws and boost the market value of your house.

When painting the exterior of your house and other outdoor features, you have two important characteristics to keep in mind: How well it lasts and how good it looks!

1.   Foolproof Colour Picks

To narrow down your colour choices, build an exterior palette around the elements of the house that won’t change, such as roofing materials and stone or brick components. Pick contrasting but complementary colours to highlight architectural elements and add dimension. Similar colour undertones will link the elements together.

2.   Take a Look Around

The best inspiration may come from stepping outside. Select hues that are compatible with your neighborhood, architectural style and natural surroundings. For exterior colours inspired by classic Caribbean design and architecture, look no further than brand paints from Rayneau for tried and true favorites that are perfect for any home.

3.   The Right Light

Just like interior paint colours, exterior colours shift depending on how the light hits them—and can look different when applied than they do on a chip. Make regret-free choices by buying a quart of paint and applying it on inconspicuous areas of all sides of your house. Visit your samples throughout the day until you’re comfortable with your choice.

These products from Rayneau  offer  semi-gloss finishes with  different technologies incorporated into their formula - mold and mildew protection, colour last, breathe easy and two in one self prime.

 4.   Finish Lines

Colour is only one aspect of an exterior paint choice; sheen is another important factor. Low Lustre finish is a top choice for the main siding colour—the low-reflective finish adds a slight gloss, hides surface imperfections and cleans well. Semi-gloss paints add extra durability and clean up easily; making them a good choice for areas such as windowsills that bear the brunt of weather shifts. High gloss finishes make colour look richer but magnify surface imperfections.

5.   Find the Perfect Colour for Your Home Exterior.

Make your home the envy of the neighborhood with a beautiful, elegant and striking exterior. Unless your house sits alone on a vast expanse of property, it’s important to consider how it fits in with the surrounding properties. Look at the colour schemes of neighboring houses. If your home is flanked on both sides by white houses, consider choosing something different to avoid the monotony of the same lining the entire street.

Taking into account these practical tips will ensure you choose a colour scheme that you will love today and for years to come. take a look at all of the siding colors available with

When you are ready to get started, visit or call our hardware stores conveniently located in Corinth  450-7247, Vide Bouteille 450-7246, Monchy 450-7248 or Babonneau  450-5759 to discuss any issues choosing the perfect colour for your house exterior!