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    • Design Tips: Picking the Right Window Trim

    Design Tips: Picking the Right Window Trim

    It’s a great time to be in the Midwestern property market. According to realtors, a lot of property buyers are currently interested in houses in the smaller, Midwestern cities, driving up demand and prices. If you’re thinking of taking advantage of trends in the property market, it’d be a good idea to update your exterior. First impressions count after all, especially when it comes to prospective buyers.

    Unfortunately, homeowners tend to neglect the windows on their homes’ facades. After all, they are the smallest – and, therefore, the least visible – part of the exterior. Keep in mind, however, that just one mismatched design element can ruin your home’s curb appeal. So, it’s important to select the right trim.

    Use Tried-and-Tested Combinations

    Some window trims have traditionally paired well with architecture styles. Listed below is an overview of popular architectural styles and the window trims that go well with them:

    • Ranch homes – A simple window trim is the best choice for this architectural style.
    • Craftsman and prairie-style homes – Wide window trims are a common feature on Craftsman and prairie-style homes.
    • Victorian, Colonial, Provencal and English cottage-style homes – Ornate window trims complement the visual flair of these architectural styles.

    Take Note of the General Rules on Color Coordination

    If, however, you want to add a bit more personality to your exterior, you should follow the general color coordination rules, such as the following:

    • Decide if you’re going to use contrasting or complementary colors – you can’t have it both ways.
    • If you decide on using complementary colors, your window and shutters should be in darker shades. That way, they’ll look like they’re receding into your home’s facade.

    The Renewal by Andersen® Advantage

    Renewal by Andersen® also offers exterior trim options that are perfect for our exclusive Fibrex® windows. Like Fibrex window frames, our exterior trim options won’t fade, flake, blister, chalk or peel even after prolonged exposure to the harsh Midwestern climate.

    Looking for trusted window contractors? Renewal by Andersen Midwest, an A-plus-rated company with the Better Business Bureau, offers a wide variety of premium windows. To schedule a free in-home consultation with one of our design specialists, call us at (866) 609-5033, or fill out our form here. 

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