Stain Colors to Choose From

If the exterior of your home is in need of a new coat, you probably immediately think of painting. But did you realize that stain may be a more suitable option? Staining exteriors highlights wooden beauty much better than paint, and its smoother finish complements its rough finish. Although staining can require a greater frequency of application, when your home is in need of an update, staining is much simpler than painting. If your home could benefit from staining, look over these outstanding stain colors from Sherwin Williams and Benjamin Moore.

Sherwin-Williams Color Stains

• Ficus. This mossy, green stain is ideal for homes that are tucked away in the forest in the Northwest.
• Cider Mil. This rich but light brown color has some red flecks running through and is perfect for homes in the country.
• Blue Shadow. If you have the opportunity to own an oceanfront property along the East Coast, the slate blue color of this stain will be a perfect fit.
• Redwood. Mahogany hues of this stain won't overwhelm the grain of the wood. Instead, they let the grain enhance the overall appearance on the outside.

All of these color stainings originate from Sherwin Williams' Woodscapes line, a dense, rich formula that penetrates the wood surface to protect them against the weather. It is available in 24 shades in total and is also able to be tinted to make customized shades.

Benjamin Moore Color Stains

• Silver Gray. From the company's Alkyd Transparent Stain line, this color is actually changing when it ages and gets weathered. It is initially more white, but it becomes a silvery hue with time. This stain is also suited to homes with a coastal theme. The line also offers protection from abrasion, sun, and mildew.
• Cedar. This shade of the Exterior Finish Deck & Siding Translucent Alkyd line improves the look of teak, mahogany, and ipe while helping to guard wood against mildew and aging.

Behr Color Stains

Behr also offers staining products which let the beauty of wood shine through and offer protection from the elements. Its Behr Solid Color House & Fence Wood Stain line comes with 82 customized colors based on the color palette for exterior painting.

Getting Started

If you decide to use an exterior stain on your house, you should contact a professional painting firm. Professional painters will complete all of the necessary preparation for your exterior home to ensure flawless and long-lasting outcomes.

If you are unable to make the right choice about the color, you can bring an experienced painter into this process prior to. The painter can examine the colors you have selected and apply several samples on any exterior surfaces of your house. So, you'll be able to visualize exactly how each stain appears on your wood, depending on the lighting. Professional painters can also offer suggestions for options you may not have thought of since they are aware of the latest stain colors available and can swiftly select the ones that work with the grain, color, and appearance of the wood in your home.

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