Trending Exterior PAINT COLORS

If you've ever doubted the power of paint, consider the story of “The House on Willow Bend,” a legend in Texas-based Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate (BHGRE) agent Shannon Greer’s circles.

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Neglected for 50 years, the home’s once bright blue exterior was literally fading into the background before a fresh coat of greige brought it back to life, sparking a same-day offer at its open house.

Paint can transform a house into a home, and an on-point color sells. “Homeowners are increasingly opting for hues that harmonize with natural surroundings, reflecting a desire for tranquillity and connection to the environment, including a resurgence of deep and moody hues,” says Jackie Mosher, cofounder of Dzinly, an online exterior design platform. Experts weigh in on five trending colors.

MOODY BLUES

Navy has been called the most relaxing color in the world, so it's no wonder these deeply evocative tones are trending over the paler slate blues of years past. “It evokes the quiet stillness of night and a sense of peaceful retreat,” says Erika Woelfel, vice president of color and creative services at Behr.