Help Us Fix the Curb Appeal of Our 1950s Home
The previous owners painted the original red brick this gray/taupe color and we really hate it.
We’re struggling to figure out what’s hurting the curb appeal most — the brick color, roof color, dark paneling, or just the overall mix of materials.
A few things we’re considering:
Repainting the brick (warm white, cream, limewash, etc.)
Trying to restore the original red brick
Replacing everything with Hardie board/siding
The dark vertical paneling under the upper window also feels really harsh/heavy.
Would love honest opinions:
What’s the biggest thing hurting the curb appeal?
Would you repaint, strip, or cover the brick?
What would you do with the dark paneling?
Does the roof color work?
Any ideas to make the house feel more cohesive/balanced?
We know the landscaping is unfinished right now and plan to get rid of the white rock and add more plants, shrubs etc.