Paint Window Frames A Bold Accent Shade

Adding accent colors needn’t be done through accessories alone. You can use paint.

‘Painting window frames, reveals and shutters in a strong color not only makes a striking design feature, but accentuates the view and changes the feel of the light entering the room,’ says Melanie Griffiths, Editor of Period Living magazine(opens in new tab) and regular Homes & Gardens’ contributor.

‘Opt for on-trend terracotta to imbue the space with warmth, as in this scheme by Dado Atelier(opens in new tab), or sunny yellow to brighten the space on even the gloomiest of days.’

Choosing Interior and Exterior Window Frame Colors

That’s a very exciting project to take on. Replacement windows can easily transform the look and feel of your home both on the interior and exterior. 

Windows protect your home, let in light, and can give you additional ventilation. These are very practical benefits of new windows but if you’re into interior design the whole process should be fun especially choosing the paint or stain finishes for your windows.

If you’re leaning toward paint finishes you’ll want to keep a few things in mind as you choose your colors:

• Traditional vs modern window styles
• Window trim and home exterior colors
• Replacement window trends: yes or no?
• The case for colorful window frames
• A final word on window replacement options

Do You Want A Traditional Or Modern Style?

Windows are available in wide spectrum of colors and some manufacturers also offer custom colors. As you choose what colors you like, think about the style of your home’s architecture and your personal style. Choose a palette that will work for you, your home, and your neighborhood. Working within a color palette is a good way of limiting your options and helps you choose colors that will work well together. 

Traditional styles lean toward warm colors like reds, yellows, oranges, and browns. Modern styles lean toward cooler tones like greens, blues, purples, and grays. 

Black window frames, which are very popular right now, and white window frames work well with most design styles. 

Choices That Fit Your Home’s Exterior

Different style homes typically have similar features. Traditional homes may have exposed brick, vinyl siding, or wooden trim around the windows. Homes with stucco or stone facades and without trim (brick mold) around the window tend to have a more modern look. The color of the exterior siding material also impacts the feel of the home. 

In the image below you can see a side-by-side comparison of a more traditional style home and a more modern home. The more traditional home on the left has a full brick facade in a light color with tan windows. The home on the right has mixed material facade bringing together a light stucco and light brick with a dark window. The dark window complements the dark roof and door while contrasting nicely with the light color of the home’s siding material. 

Remember that the color of your home is typically easier to change than the color of your windows. Neither will be inexpensive projects but you’re more likely to paint the siding of your home than to replace your windows for a new color. 

on’t Be Too Trendy

Keeping up with current trends is fun but it may not be the best idea with windows. Remember, whether you’re deciding on a color for the interior or exterior, this color will likely be there for years. If you’ve got wood windows, you’ll need to be able to replicate the color so that you can provide regular maintenance. 

I don’t want to discourage you from choosing bold colors but do choose them wisely. Bold colors can be a great way to draw attention to your home so make sure to use them strategically. If bright or bold is your style remember to pair these colors with some neutrals on the surrounding colors or consider choosing a color for the siding and going with something more subtle on your windows. 

You can also play with color on your doors, in your planters, and with other accessories around the interior and exterior of your home.

If You Go With Colors, Own It

Check out these Andersen Windows and Doors photos for some inspiration. These windows are from their E-Series collection. 

In the top photo, you can see how the designer experimented with cool and warm tones. They play up the cool tones with furniture, accent paint on the staircase, a blue plate on the table, and with a cool shade around the dark window frame.

A Few More Considerations

These last few tips will help you as you make your choices and interact with your window retailer. If you’re located in North Texas, we hope that means us! We invite you to learn more about our company, Brennan Enterprises, or explore your window options on our website. 

• The window manufacturer you choose may have a wide or narrow range of color options for your windows. If you’re set on having a certain color talk to your window retailer and ask for a product recommendation that can accommodate your needs. 
• The material of your window may affect your color options. Vinyl windows do have warm and cool choices your options are usually more limited than with Fiberglass or Aluminum. Don’t cross vinyl off your list though, vinyl is a durable and energy-efficient material and the vinyl windows you choose may be available in your preferred color options. 
• Think about the area where you live– is it dusty or hot? If you’re really good about maintenance choose whichever colors you want but if you want your curb appeal to look good and aren’t very good about maintenance choose some grays or tans that will be better at hiding dirt buildup. 

Bright Orange for Simple Moldings

Designer Rafe Churchill gave overlooked moldings a starring role with a coat of bright orange (Farrow & Ball’s Charlotte’s Locks).

Read more on how this rehab made .

Purple Duo for a Back Patio

Window details in standout purples (Benjamin Moore’s Crushed Berries and Autumn Purple) bring a traditional patio designed by Crafted Architecture into a modern, whimsical state.

Give your outdoor staycation spot a colorful upgrade with our steps for painting a carpet on your porch floor.

Yellow Window Colour Paint for a Sunny Vibe 

Yellow has such a sunny, positive vibe that it can liven up any building in seconds when used on windows. In the above image, see how tall, bright yellow windows lend life to an otherwise sober-looking building. Their design, which is a mix of louvre and chequered glass panel, adds to the overall appeal. If sunny yellow is not your thing, you can also opt for a mustard shade. 

Sharp Black for a Victorian Bath

Even black feels like a colorful choice for window frames when paired with a turquoise ceiling in a Victorian bath captured by Atlantic Archives.

Choosing Window Colour Paint Based on Material 

Window frames and shutters can be made of wood, aluminium, wood composite or UPVC. And before you choose a window paint colour design, you must make sure that the type of paint is ideal for the material in question. While a professional can guide you more on this, here are a few basics to keep in mind:

• As far as wooden windows are concerned, oil-based enamel paint is preferred widely. However, they are more susceptible to mildew and yellowing when compared to water-based paint. Acrylic-based paint can be used too. Go for a high-gloss or semi-gloss paint for the best effect. 
• For composite materials, spray painting is often the best option. It lasts long and is easy on the pocket too. Acrylic latex enamel window colour paint is best for exterior wood composites, while semi-gloss or satin latex paint is ideal for interior wood composites. Spray painting is also recommended for UPVC windows. 
• If your windows are made of aluminium or other metals, spray painting is again a good choice. Go for an acrylic latex paint as it won’t bubble or flake if temperature changes are dramatic in your region. But make sure a primer is applied before working with this paint.

Conclusion to Window Colour Paint Ideas

All in all, choosing the right window colour paint is not as challenging as it seems if you keep this guide handy. Zeroing in on the right colour depends on your taste, house style, budget and the area you live in. And you can go for interesting combinations too. And whether you are looking for wooden window colour paint or something for metal, composite or UPVC windows, rest assured that the market has plenty of options available for a long-lasting and beautiful finish. 

source : homesandgardens _ brennancorp _ apartmenttherapy _ thisoldhouse _ magicbricks

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