Exterior Trim Placement: Corner Board Color Trends 2026

Expert Insight: One of the most common questions we receive in Bellevue and Kirkland is whether to paint corner boards the siding color or the trim color. Painting them the siding color (Body Color) creates a seamless, contemporary look that can make a home appear wider.
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Corner Boards Painted Same Color as Siding (Seamless Style)

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PNW Design Tip: In the overcast light of Mercer Island and Sammamish, high-contrast corner boards (Trim Color) can make a house look "busy." If you have a smaller lot or many architectural details, we often recommend painting corners the body color to simplify the visual profile.

Corner Boards Painted Trim Color (Classic Framing)

To view our extensive gallery of classic framed exteriors, explore our Classic Trim Gallery.

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