Charcoal House with White Trim
Deep charcoal makes white trim pop, and matching the gutters to the body lets them vanish so only the trim draws lines.
The exact colors
Brand, name and code for every role, so you can order the same swatches.
Body
Kendall Charcoal
Benjamin Moore · BM HC-166
Trim
Extra White
Sherwin-Williams · SW 7006
Front door
Natural cedar, clear stain
not paint
Gutters
Kendall Charcoal
Benjamin Moore · BM HC-166
Roof
Black standing-seam metal
not paint
Screen colors are approximations. Test a sample on your wall, in daylight, before you buy.
When it works
Benjamin Moore Kendall Charcoal (HC-166) is a deep gray with a slight green-gray undertone; Sherwin-Williams Extra White (SW 7006) trim gives sharp contrast, and a natural cedar door brings warmth. Low-reflectance dark bodies absorb heat, so this works best with fiber cement or wood siding; on vinyl, confirm the paint is rated for dark colors. Charcoal suits wooded lots and modern streets, but check HOA rules since dark bodies sometimes need approval. Daylight sampling is a must: the chip on screen is only approximate.
House styles it suits
Ranch, mid-century modern, contemporary and craftsman homes are strong candidates. On mid-century houses, white fascia and window trim emphasize long horizontal lines. On craftsman homes, white trim highlights the details.
Roof, brick and stone
A black standing-seam metal roof is the cleanest pairing. Black shingles also work. Charcoal loves natural stone, warm wood and gray brick. Red brick looks bold but can feel heavy next to charcoal.
Sheen and maintenance
Choose low-sheen for a dark body, since flat finishes on dark colors can show scuffs. Use satin on trim and a UV-protective clear coat for the cedar door. Painting gutters to match the body requires cleaning, scuffing and a bonding primer for metal.
Questions
Will a charcoal house get hot?
Dark paint absorbs more heat. Use paint rated for dark colors on vinyl and expect more fading on sunny walls.
Should gutters be white or charcoal?
Matching charcoal hides them; white turns them into another outline. This palette chooses hidden gutters.
Is charcoal too dark for a small house?
It can make a small house feel heavier. White trim helps lift it. Preview on your photo before buying.
See this combination on your house
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