Light Gray House with White Trim and a Red Door
A quiet light gray lets white trim and a red front door do the talking. It is a safe, friendly choice that still has a clear focal point.
The exact colors
Brand, name and code for every role, so you can order the same swatches.
Body
Stonington Gray
Benjamin Moore · BM HC-170
Trim
White Dove
Benjamin Moore · BM OC-17
Front door
Red Pepper
Behr · Behr PPU2-02
Gutters
White Dove
Benjamin Moore · BM OC-17
Roof
Charcoal architectural shingles
not paint
Screen colors are approximations. Test a sample on your wall, in daylight, before you buy.
When it works
Benjamin Moore Stonington Gray (HC-170) is a cool, balanced light gray. White Dove (OC-17) on trim and gutters keeps the edges soft, and Behr Red Pepper (PPU2-02) on the door adds warmth and curb appeal. Light grays can wash out in very bright sun and turn blue on north-facing walls, so sample before you commit; on-screen color is approximate. This palette is popular with HOAs and fits most suburban streets without standing out awkwardly.
House styles it suits
Cape Cod, colonial, ranch and coastal homes suit it. On a long ranch, the red door gives the eye a place to land. It also refreshes a dated tan or beige house without a dramatic change.
Roof, brick and stone
Charcoal shingles are ideal. Gray stone and bluestone pair cleanly. With red brick, check that the door red does not clash: if the brick leans orange, choose a deeper red door. Warm tan stone can make Stonington Gray look colder.
Sheen and maintenance
Use low-sheen on siding, satin on White Dove trim, and gloss on the Red Pepper door for depth. Reds can fade, so a door with direct afternoon sun may need refreshing sooner. Rinse light gray siding yearly to remove mildew on shady sides.
Questions
Will light gray look blue on my house?
It can, in cool light. Test a large sample on the north side before deciding.
Is White Dove too warm for gray?
No, its softness keeps the cool gray from feeling stark. For crisper contrast use a brighter white.
Can I try the red door virtually first?
Yes. Upload a photo of your house and preview the colors with AI before buying paint.
See this combination on your house
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