The Best Dark Home Exterior Paint Colors
Boost the curb appeal of your home with a selection from this curated collection of dark paint colors from Benjamin Moore and Sherwin-Williams. From Iron Ore to Deep Space, you’ll find remarkable nuance in these colors. Get samples of all nine delivered to your door overnight, so you can find the perfect hue for your home.
Whether you like a subtle blue, daring dark gray, or gorgeous greige, comparing these shades to the finishes on your home will help you pick the best color for your exterior. Looking for other exterior colors? Checkout our best white and blue exterior color collections.
Deep Space
Samplize peel-and-stick samples can be used on clean, dry exteriors such as painted wood or vinyl siding. Due to outdoor conditions, such as rain or humidity, samples may not reposition well after use on exteriors. We don't encourage using Samplize on brick, stone, unfinished wood, or porous surfaces.
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Frequently Asked Questions:
Dark colors create a striking, modern, and sophisticated appearance, making architectural details stand out and giving a home a sense of depth and elegance. Pairing dark colors with lighter trim, natural materials, or strategic landscaping can enhance curb appeal while maintaining a bold and attractive look.
Dark colors do absorb more heat, which can increase cooling costs in warmer climates and potentially cause materials like wood or siding to expand and contract more, leading to faster wear. What’s more, fading and chalking are more noticeable over time, especially in areas with strong sunlight. It’s also true that imperfections and dirt stand out more on dark surfaces, making scratches, dust, or grime more noticeable. Finally, dark colors can make a home feel smaller or heavier, but this can be balanced with lighter trim, landscaping, or architectural details.
Very bright or highly reflective colors, such as neons, fluorescent hues, and extremely light pastels are generally not recommended for exterior use. They can fade quickly in sunlight and may clash with natural surroundings or nearby homes. It’s usually best to choose muted, natural, or classic tones that balance durability and curb appeal with long-term maintenance.
