Does the house with the new gray vinyl siding have you turning green with envy? Do something about it! Head to Astro U.P. in Rock and get your own gray vinyl siding, blue vinyl siding, or yellow vinyl siding.
Perhaps you prefer engineered wood siding or aluminum siding? We have Upper Michigan’s largest selection of siding at Astro U.P. in Rock, MI.
Not sure where to start? Here are some popular exterior design ideas to modernize your home and give it great curb appeal.
Contrasting Colors
No rule says you must stick to one color for your home exterior. You can choose contrasting and complimentary colors, or even some trending modern exterior house colors to vamp up the look of your home.
The traditional and timeless white house with black trim is a great example of this. If you like the look of black and white but want a new modern look for your home, why not mix it up with black siding and white trim?
Yes, black siding is a trend in modern home design, and we have it at Astro U.P. in Rock. Pair your black siding with light or bright trim to give your home a fresh modern look. If you want to break away from the black and white color palette altogether, Astro U.P. has you (and your home) covered with an array of siding and trim colors that work wonderfully together.
Don’t Forget the Garage Door
When modernizing your home, it’s important to incorporate your garage door into the design. If you want to create the illusion of a larger house, match your garage door to your siding color.
Astro U.P. makes it easy with the Hormann Garage Doors. They have a variety of styles and are available in beautiful wood grain and a multitude of colors. Can’t find the right color? The Hormann Galaxy Paint System has 28 pre-selected semi-custom colors, or you can choose your exact color from the complete color spectrum.
Draw Attention to the Front Door
Modernize your home by creating a welcoming entrance. Paint your front door an inviting color or consider installing a glass door to upgrade your home’s exterior and bring in more natural light. The addition of columns and wood accents or a small porch or patio area next to the front entry are also excellent options to modernize the exterior of your home.
Consider Your Home Design when Modernizing
Another factor that comes into play when deciding to modernize your home’s exterior is the style of your home. Is it a split-level, two-story, or ranch-style home? It’s important to keep the integrity of the home’s design in mind when choosing your siding and trim options.
How to Modernize a Split Level Home Exterior
Split-level houses offer the opportunity to mix and match different colors and textures to accentuate the different levels.
There are many ways to achieve this look. You can re-side just a portion of your home with new siding to add a pop of color or replace horizontal lap siding with vertical siding. Really want to turn some heads? Do both!
You can also modernize your split-level home by updating or adding brick and stone facades. This gives your home texture and an added wow factor.
How to Modernize Two Story Home
To modernize a two-story home, you can use many of the same ideas for a split-level home. Create contrast between the first and second floors by using different siding colors or by installing vertical siding or shakes on the second floor. The addition of a patio or porch and brick and stone also amps up the overall design of your two-story home.
How to Modernize a Ranch Style Home
Ranch-style homes were mass-produced with very similar floor plans and exterior styles. But just because you have a “cookie cutter home” doesn’t mean it has to look like one. So, here are some ways to modernize a ranch-style home exterior.
A simple window upgrade can go a long way in modernizing your home. Astro U.P. in Rock has low-maintenance Alliance Vinyl Windows that look great and protect your home from the harsh elements of the outside. That means saving you money on heating and cooling bills. Consider adding a bay or bow window to your living room or dining room to create a modern look and let the light shine in.
Choose the Right Products
So, you’ve decided to modernize your home’s exterior. The next step is choosing the right products to get the look you want. That’s where Astro U.P. comes in.
We have the largest selection of siding in an array of styles, colors, and materials. Choose from the best quality brands like LP SmartSide Mastic and Foundry Siding, just to name a few.
LP Smartside
Do you want something durable? You want LP SmartSide! This engineered wood siding is a great option for Upper Michigan and Northeastern Wisconsin because it is designed to offer superior protection against hail, wind, moisture, fungal decay, and termites.
LP SmartSide ExpertFinish® color collection is available in 16 versatile prefinished colors to allow you to mix and match for the modern home exterior you are looking for. Don’t see the color you want? LP SmartSide will create a custom color just for you!
Astro U.P. will not only help you pick the right siding color, but we will help you choose the right accents and trim colors to tie it all together. Engineered wood siding requires regular painting to maintain it long term, but it does offer richer color options. If you are looking for siding that is low maintenance, we recommend vinyl siding.
Mastic by Ply Gem
At Astro U.P., we are proud to offer you the number one siding choice among homeowners and builders, Mastic by Ply Gem. This vinyl siding requires little maintenance and is backed by the industry’s best warranty, so you know it’s tough!
For those of you who want a better idea of what colors work well together, Mastic offers an interactive home design visualizer to inspire you. Find what colors and siding and trim options work best to modernize your home exterior. See something you like? Write it down and bring your list to Astro U.P. and we’ll take it from there.
Foundry Specialty Siding
Want the stunning look of wood and the durability of vinyl siding? You want Foundry Specialty Siding. Get the look of cedar without all the upkeep with Foundry shingles and shake siding.
Plus, it’s easy to install. Add character and charm and modernize your home with Foundry Specialty Siding from Astro U.P. in Rock.
Still not sure which siding best suits your home? Visit us at Astro U.P. and get some samples, so you can see what works best to modernize your home’s exterior. If you need new windows and doors or other building supplies, our experts at Astro U.P. in Rock, MI can help you find the best options for your home, so contact us today.
