America’s #1 siding choice is James Hardie, and it’s an excellent siding replacement option for Twin Cities homeowners who want memorable color. Hardie siding is not only long-lasting and extremely resistant to weather, pests and fire—it’s also highly customizable, with over 700 prefinished shades providing endless design options!
But with so many color choices out there, how do you figure out what’s best for your house? Here are some of the most popular and attractive Hardie siding shades for today’s homeowners.
Popular Color Combos Homeowners Love Right Now
As you plan for your new Hardie siding, look for color schemes you like. Check out magazines and drive around your neighborhood looking at similar houses. Experiment with the color wheel—a tool that is divided into 12 color families that can help you find eye-pleasing combinations.
Consider these seven trendy and attractive color combinations for your home.
1. Create a Sleek Look with Analogous Colors
An analogous color scheme features three shades that lie next to each other on the color wheel — such as red, orange, and red-orange; or green, yellow, and yellow-green. Because they’re similar, these color triads blend well together. Yet they also allow you to create a vibrant, pleasing style that is unforgettable.
To use this color scheme:
Consider a color like Hardie Siding’s Night Gray for a warm, rich shade that is highly popular, and delivers a classic look. Go a shade darker or lighter on elements like trim and shutters.
2. Get Dramatic with High-Contrast Black and White
Complementary colors are a duo of shades that lie directly opposite each other on the color wheel. Black and white is super trendy, especially when you choose the dark shade for your main siding. When you pair opposite shades, the look is undeniably attention-grabbing. Both hues highlight each other, creating more of a statement.
To use this color scheme:
Pick a dark color for your siding, then use the contrasting shade for trim. This approach is a great way to create a modern Farmhouse look. Use Iron Gray, Black Ash, Black Water or Jet Black for the siding, with Arctic White for trim.
If you live in an older neighborhood, a dark exterior with white trim looks fresh, even next to more traditional homes..
3. Embrace Rich, Warm Colors
Warm colors such as various shades of red, orange, yellow and brown are all highly versatile and can be used in many settings to create an appealing style. Bright, warm shades can be used for row houses, rural locations, and traditional homes alike.
To use this color scheme:
Peruse Hardie’s Dream Collection™, which includes over 700 customized hues, to find the shade you want to start with. Here’s one idea we really like, a color scheme Hardie calls “Shou Sugi Ban. Inspired by an ancient Japanese practice of charring and finishing wood, Shou Shug Ban by Hardie is a strong, vibrant, natural wood look that is stunning — and easily pairable with other colors.
4. Choose Soothing Cool Colors
There’s a reason cool hues like sky blue, light green, and soft gray are popular on homes of all types. These soothing, laid-back shades create a relaxed feel that makes a home look attractive, while fitting in nicely with neighboring properties. Cool colors look wonderful on Cape Cod homes, or anything that’s on or near water.
To use this color scheme:
When choosing cool colors, look for those that match what you see in the sky or water. Both dark and light blues work here, as long as they tie into what you see in natural settings. Hardie’s Boothbay Blue is a gentle shade of blue that’s not overpowering, and it pairs well with Platform Beige for a clean, crisp style.
5. Get Grounded in Natural Shades
Colors that mirror what we see in nature are highly popular on homes today. This approach helps your home fit into its natural surroundings with a casual, friendly vibe. Draw your inspiration from the outdoors, and consider what your lawn and landscape look like to find a good match.
To use this color scheme:
Lush greens and yellow-greens are pleasing when used on a home that has a lot of leafy trees in its yard. Other popular natural shades for Hardie siding include Aged Pewter, Deep Ocean, Timber Bark and Mountain Sage.
6. Go Light and Airy
With so many dark and vibrant color schemes trending today, you might wonder if shades like a classic white are desirable anymore. Not to worry! A light, airy color scheme is always appropriate. Colonials and traditional homes provide a perfect canvas for light hues.
To use this color scheme:
Use a soft, light tone like Arctic White or Pearl Gray for the bottom story of your house. Choose a darker color for the second story. This fusion of traditional and contemporary design is an excellent choice for Tudors and cottage homes.
7. Stay Contemporary with Elegant Neutrals
Neutral shades are especially effective if you own a contemporary style house, or if the properties next door are already using dark, vibrant colors. Opt for a neutral color scheme, and your house will look classy and eye-catching.
To use this color scheme:
Push beyond the temptation to use white, and go with a light beige, brown or gray. Hardie siding offers many beautiful neutrals. Cobble Stone is a taupe-based option that pairs well with a black front door. Pearl Gray is a soft color, and it looks fabulous with a dramatic, dark garage door.
If you want to experiment to see how any of these color schemes can work on your home, James Hardie has provided a Color Visualizer so you can see what color combinations are right for you.
Update Your Home with Trusted James Hardie Siding
Ready to refresh your home with beautiful, lasting Hardie siding? As a member of the James Hardie Contractor Alliance™ program, our team provides top-notch siding installations and customer service every step of the way as we transform your house into a home.
So, start dreaming about the possibilities—and check out the Hardie’s Statement Collection, which gives you the most popular ColorPlus shades in the Twin Cities.
