Sherwin Williams Inky Blue SW-9149 

Product: Sherwin Williams Emerald. Sheen: Flat

Trim/door: Sherwin Williams pure white SW-7005.  Product & sheen: SW Emerald Satin

1) Gauntlet Gray

One of our most popular colors of all time is the  Gauntlet Gray SW 7019

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2) Dovetail

A lighter version of Gauntlet is another very popular exterior paint color

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3) Requisite Gray SW7023

A very safe and neutral color.  This is a great color if you wish to give your buyer a “clean slate”

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4) Grizzle Gray

A dark, rich gray with a hint of blue

Click here to see more houses painted in the color grizzle gray SW7058

5) Repose Gray

Another safe option guaranteed not to deter buyers

Click to see a home painted in Repose Gray 7015

Looking for black color for a front door?

Related article: Our favorite black color for front doors

Sherwin Williams Tricorn Black SW-6258

1. Like an ethical dog breeder, a good contractor has a waitlist

Quality contractors are booked.  Immediate availability is a red flag.  If you need someone to begin next week, you will mostly attract shady or new firms.

Major red flag: most companies you contacted had a waitlist.  Finally, you found one who can start next week.  He may also apply more pressure on you and make more follow-up calls.  So look for any sign of desperation.

9. While prices will vary sometimes considerable, the lowest bidder is a red flag holder

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