North Texas summers are long, hot and bright. That sunlight is hard on exterior paint, so it's worth thinking about how a color will age, not just how it looks on a swatch.
Think about fading
Every exterior color fades over time in strong sun. Deep, saturated colors like bold reds and dark blues tend to show it sooner, because the change is easier to see. Softer, lighter tones still fade, but the change is usually less noticeable.
That doesn't mean you have to avoid dark colors. A deep front door or dark shutters can look great. Just know that bold colors may need a refresh sooner than lighter ones.
Lighter colors stay cooler
Darker surfaces absorb more heat than lighter ones. On walls that get afternoon sun, a lighter body color can mean less heat on the siding itself.
Test before you commit
- Paint large samples on more than one side of the house. Color looks different in shade than in full sun.
- Look at the samples in the morning, at midday and in the evening.
- Step back to the street. Colors usually look lighter on a whole house than on a small chip.
Check your HOA
Many North Texas neighborhoods have an HOA with approved color lists or a review process. Check before you buy paint, so your project isn't held up.
Want to experiment first? Try combinations on our color tool, then send your favorite with your estimate request.
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