Colors for Stain

If the exterior of your home is in need of a new coat, you probably instantly think of painting. Have you considered that stain may be the better choice? Staining for exteriors shows the beauty of wood more than paint, and its smoother surface complements its rough finish. Although staining can require more frequent application if your home requires to be painted, staining can be less difficult than painting. If your house could benefit from staining, look over these outstanding stain colors.

Sherwin-Williams Color Stains

• Ficus: This mossy, green stain is perfect for homes nestled in the woods that make up the Northwest.
• Cider Mill: This rich but light brown color has some red flecks running through, which makes it a perfect match for homes with country charm across the country.
• Blue Shadow: If you have the opportunity to own an oceanfront property along the East Coast, the slate blue hue of this stain could be a perfect fit.
• Redwood: The hues of this stain do not overpower the grain of the wood. Instead, they let the grain enhance the overall appearance of the surface.

All of these color stainings are from 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 stain line, this color is actually changing when it ages and gets weathered. It is initially more white, but it becomes silver as time passes. This stain is also suited to homes with a coastal theme. The line also offers protection from abrasion, sun damage, and mildew.
• Cedar: This hue improves the look of teak, mahogany, and ipe while helping to guard wood against mildew and aging.

Behr Color Stains

Behr also offers stain colors that let the natural beauty of wood shine through and offer protection from the elements. It includes 82 customized colors that are based on the Exterior paint color.

Getting Started

When you have decided on the stain you want to use for the exterior of your house, make sure you contact a professional painting firm. Professional painters will take care of the preparation required for your exterior home to ensure flawless and long-lasting outcomes.

If you are unable to make the right choice about the color you want to use, get an experienced painter into this process before. The painter can examine the colors you have selected and apply several examples to any exterior surfaces of your house. This way, you will be able to visualize exactly how each stain appears on your wood when the light changes. Professional painters can also suggest options that you may not have thought of since they know about the latest stain colors available and can swiftly select the ones that work with the grain, color, and texture of your wood.

We specialize in interior and exterior painting on commercial and residential projects; we offer local businesses and homeowners across the nation skilled, reliable, and fully licensed and insured painting professionals that provide top-quality workmanship. With a variety of finishes and paint options, along with impeccable services to customers, we ensure the best home improvement experience for our customers.