Bold Colour Choices to Make Your Shed Stand Out
Backyard sheds no longer need to be limited to their intended use; with the appropriate color palette and finishing touches, your shed can become part of your garden or stand out as an eye-catcher.
Choose the perfect shade to fit in with the aesthetics and landscape of your home exterior and shed! Ranging from natural wood stains to soft gray tints, these bold shed colours will bring personality and charm. Find one that best complements the tone of your landscape or home exterior!
Sage
No matter if it’s a wood shed that fits seamlessly into the garden design or a metal structure hidden among greenery, sheds provide storage and security while serving as beautiful focal points in any landscape. By choosing colors to match your aesthetic preferences and protect from weather damage and wear and tear, they’re an invaluable addition.
Sage green sheds are an increasingly popular choice because their timeless hue is easy to pair with natural hues and earthy neutrals, such as earth tones found in both landscape and rustic cottage settings. A soft sage hue also looks fantastic against lush landscaping or lawns and complements natural tones present in fences or roof tiles.
As your shed’s shade will have an impactful impact on maintenance and durability, it is vital to select one that complements your climate. Light colors like white or cream reflect sunlight away, keeping your shed cooler while decreasing thermal stress on materials. Muted shades that mimic natural environments, like beige or tan hues can hide dirt or mildew better and reduce cleaning and repainting time significantly. In humid regions it would also be wise to look for paint or stain with moisture-resistant properties.
Sage is a versatile hue, suitable for any room in your home, yet particularly striking in bedrooms or bathrooms. It pairs beautifully with wood furniture and accents, as well as metallic finishes – it even looks chic when used alongside botanical patterns like wall art or fabric prints! Sage green also complements brightening up living rooms by complementing greenery found therein!
Darker shades of sage green can help add warmth and richness to dark or north-facing rooms, or add richness in smaller rooms with many windows. Sage green also works beautifully when combined with natural fabrics like cotton blankets or wool curtains.
Natural Tones
Your garden shed should be more than a storage space – it should add flair to your backyard decor! With some thought and creativity, your shed can blend in seamlessly or stand out as a bold statement piece in any setting. From earthy stains and vibrant paint colors to unique accent hues, there are endless ways to make sure it stands the test of time.
One of the easiest and quickest ways to refresh your shed is with a fresh coat of paint. Choose a shade that complements your home or experiment with something bolder to add visual interest – just be sure to use weatherproof shed paint that protects from rain, sun, and UV rays!
If you opt for bold hues, pair it with lighter tones on trim or doors for balance and eye-catching appeal. If unsure, test different hues by placing scrap wood samples around your backyard and on your shed itself in various lighting situations and seasons to determine your final selection.
Consider painting your shed with muted greens or blues for a more natural and practical approach. These colors will hide dirt better than dark hues, making it suitable for workshops and garden sheds alike. If your roof has metal sheets, select light metallic hues which reflect heat while protecting from corrosion.
Bring some color and dimension into your shed with easy-to-install outdoor furniture like potting benches or wooden tables that can help organize tools and plants while adding pops of colour to your backyard. Don’t forget the magic of fairy doors to complete the effect!
Installing a „shattered-ice” path is another simple way to upgrade your shed, creating an eye-catching focal point with pebbles or gravel and drawing people’s attention towards it. Plus, these pathways encourage children to play outside instead of staying inside watching TV/using devices – improving coordination skills while improving wellbeing overall!
Black
Your shed can become the star of the show in your garden when painted in vibrant hues, whether that’s refreshing an existing structure or creating your dream garden retreat from scratch. Selecting the appropriate hue is key for making sure it blends harmoniously into its environment or stands out as a bold statement piece.
If you’re trying to coordinate with the house, sage green or slate grey hues will blend in beautifully while complementing the natural feel of your garden. For something bolder, dark charcoal or black may be more appropriate, as it coordinates beautifully with natural hues like greens and brown bark-like textures – ideal choices for garden sheds situated amid lush vegetation!
Red is one of our favourite colors for sheds; its timeless British design icon status demands attention while exuding passion and pride. There is a variety of shades from which you can choose, ranging from vibrant and bright hues to deep and rich ones; bold red hues make a statement while more subdued hues provide timeless classic charm.
Trendy homes and sheds in 2022 feature earth-tone hues inspired by nature, such as sage green and slate grey tones as well as deeper forest green hues such as Fence Life Plus’ deep forest green hue. Blue adds an unexpected pop of color that can be both soothing and playful for gardeners.
Teal is another bold colour on-trend that adds a fresh and contemporary vibe. This vibrant hue pairs well with both whites and soft blues to bring luxury into your shed space.
Before choosing a paint or stain for your shed, it’s crucial to perform tests in various areas of the building and observe samples in different lighting conditions (day and night), as colors often look different when seen from different angles. Also be sure to look at its Light Reflectance Value (LRV), which determines how much light will reflect off a particular shade, before making your decision.
Grey
Your shed’s colour should reflect both aesthetics and durability, taking into account various key factors like outdoor space, weather conditions and maintenance routines when selecting its hue. By considering these variables when making this decision, you can find an option that works well for your building’s surroundings, maintenance routines and outdoor environment.
No matter the style or hue you opt for when painting your shed, selecting an effective hue is key to prolonging its lifespan and looking great in the process. An appropriate shade will help cover dirt, mildew and wear-and-tear for reduced cleaning needs and longer durability by protecting against weathering and fading effects.
When selecting paint for your shed or fence, it’s best to stick with the same brand for an exact match and reduce costs by only purchasing one container of color. To test potential shed shades, try applying small patches of color on various areas around your shed in various lighting situations – direct sunlight and shadow can help reveal how it appears at different times of the day.
If you’re in search of an easy-care garden shed colour, light grey might be your perfect pick. This versatile shade reflects sunlight instead of absorbing it, helping keep your shed cooler while relieving stress on materials. Furthermore, its light tone blends nicely into surrounding vegetation.
For an earthier vibe, opt for beige or tan hues of earthy grey paint – these hues blend naturally with outdoor settings while masking dirt or mildew more effectively, making them the ideal solution for regions with frequent rainfall.
Dark colors can help your shed blend in seamlessly with its surroundings, but you should carefully consider their impact on your garden design. For instance, if there are vibrant flowers nearby that you wish to highlight more vividly through color choice. Or use slate gray roofing colors that compliment surrounding homes for the perfect matchup.
If time is of the essence, try one of our quick-drying shed treatments! They come in an array of warm colors such as green, blue and grey – ideal for any style of shed!