The Color to Dye Your Exteriors this Year, as Perceived by Behr
Choosing the perfect stain for your deck can sometimes feel as challenging as selecting a color for your front door – the stakes are high, and there are fewer options to play with. However, unlike choosing a front door color, staining a deck can have a significant impact on the overall appearance of your outdoor space, interacting with natural wood grain and potentially clashing with siding, trim, and even outdoor furniture.
Luckily, Behr has solved this predicament by introducing their Exterior Stain Color of the Year – Cedar, a warm and natural shade inspired by cedarwood, kicking off the year with a versatile choice that works great on various exterior styles.
In addition to the stunning Cedar stain, Behr has introduced their second Curb Appeal Collection, designed to simplify your exterior color selection. With 45 exterior paint colors, you're encouraged to use Cedar with all of them, and, as it turns out, Cedar plays well with everyone.
Erika Woelfel, the VP of color and creative services at Behr, expressed her enthusiasm for Cedar, stating, "Cedar is a warm and earthy light golden-brown. It holds a richness and depth that enhances the natural beauty of wood for an elevated experience. Its tonality complements a variety of architectural styles, from minimalist modern to casual craftsman, and pairs perfectly with our latest Curb Appeal Collection."
Before settling on Cedar as the Color of the Year, Behr conducted a study that revealed an overwhelming 71% of homeowners wish to update their exterior stain this year. Given that a fresh stain dramatically lifts the appearance of the outside, Behr recommends using Cedar for this purpose, as it's the ideal choice for homeowners looking to apply an inviting shade to exterior wood surfaces.
In the upcoming spring season, homeowners' attention will turn toward outdoor projects, and according to BEHR, Cedar is the perfect choice for homeowners seeking a natural, earthy tone that stands the test of time. As Andy Lopez, head of marketing, puts it, "Cedar not only reflects the current consumer desire for natural, earthy tones, but it also combines classic characteristics with quality performance."
Now, let's take a brief pause from staining and consider repainting your home – another daunting challenge. Choosing an initial siding color is just the first step; picking the right trim and accents can be overwhelming. Thankfully, Behr's study found that 84% of homeowners would change their exterior paint color right now, but 51% believe the process is far too complicated. To make things easier, the new Curb Appeal Collection offers a range of colors that is comprehensive yet not overwhelming.
To help you achieve stunning curb appeal, Behr suggests starting with a base of Cedar stain on all exposed wood and then selecting one of the palettes they've curated to revitalize your outdoor space: Classic Haven, Modern Escape, Casual Oasis, or Artisan Retreat. Each of these palettes includes a selection of hues that harmonize beautifully together, transformation just a few strokes away.
Discover more about Cedar at behr.com and purchase it, along with the new paint collection, exclusively at The Home Depot, either online or in stores. Embrace the versatility of Cedar and elevate the look of your outdoor space with a single stroke.
- The Exterior Stain Color of the Year introduced by Behr is Cedar, a warm and natural shade inspired by cedarwood.
- Behr encourages using Cedar with all 45 exterior paint colors in their second Curb Appeal Collection.
- Cedar, a warm and earthy light golden-brown, complements a variety of architectural styles and pairs perfectly with the Curb Appeal Collection.
- According to a study conducted by Behr, 71% of homeowners wish to update their exterior stain this year, and Behr recommends Cedar for this purpose.
- In the upcoming spring season, Cedar is the perfect choice for homeowners seeking a natural, earthy tone that stands the test of time.
