When you’re having new windows fitted, or updating your existing ones, choosing the best colour for the frames can be overwhelming. There are so many colours and finishes available that homeowners are simply spoilt for choice. As an integral feature of your home’s overall appearance, your window frames need to create a beautiful effect against the rest of your property. Here are some tips to help you decide on the perfect colour.
Decide what you’re trying to achieve
The first challenge in choosing the perfect colour for your window frames is knowing what effect you’re trying to create. If you just want beautiful windows that blend effortlessly with the rest of your property, and that complement the tones of the building materials, then it’s probably best to choose a neutral colour for your frames. If your house is made of Cotswold stone, for example, colours like oatmeal and green-grey are popular choices.
If you own a period property and want to stay true to the design’s traditional charm, then choosing the colour of your window frames is easy – just stick with the original colour palate. Tudor properties generally have dark, timber window frames in greys or browns; Georgian, Victorian and Edwardian styles typically favour clean, crisp whites. Window experts like Hamilton Windows can help you discover the typical colour choice for your period home.
Choosing a bolder colour for your window frames is the perfect way to highlight your property’s character from the outside. Making a statement with coloured frames can be an effective way to break up the neutral tones of the building. This needs to be done with care, though: coloured frames should ideally pick up on some element of the property’s surroundings (e.g. the greens of the rolling hills, or light blues if the house is by the sea), and – unless you want a really funky, urban design – match your front door and garage door. Many of our New Malden customers are choosing a range of double glazing frame colours
Frames that complement your property – inside and out
As interior designs can change frequently, most homeowners focus on matching their window frames to the outsides of their properties. While this is certainly advisable, dual-coloured frames enable you to complement your property’s interior and exterior at the same time. You might want to go for a natural oak for the outside, for example, while adding a contemporary touch with coloured frames on the inside.
Take inspiration from the properties around you
If you’re really unsure of what colour to choose for your window frames, take a look at the properties around you. Whether you live in the countryside, the city, or in a small town, you will be able to find inspiration from your neighbours’ homes, and will be sure to find houses that match yours in terms of materials, period and style. This is a great way to determine what you do and do not like.
Here at Hamilton Windows, we’re experts in helping homeowners in Surrey choose the perfect colour for their window frames. Contact us today to find out more.
