If you are ready to repaint your exterior, including your shutters, siding, trim or doors, but aren’t sure what color to pick, take a look at Sherwin Williams’ top 20 exterior paint colors.
The paint colors on this list are the ones that sold most frequently by Sherwin Williams.
This means that both homeowners and designers like these paint colors, and that they work really well on home exteriors.
But first, we need discuss one important point about using paint colors on a home exterior.
Do Paint Colors Look Different Outside?
Yes, paint colors tend to take on a slightly different look when they are used outside. The bright sun makes colors look lighter, and oftentimes warmer as well.
This mean that you should always sample the paint color that you choose before you paint. A color that may look amazing in the indoor light may take on a purple or green look outside. This can be due to undertones, the other colors that are around, or the bright sunlight.
I go way more in depth about each exterior paint color in individual blog posts, so if you want to learn more about any of the paint colors, be sure to click on the links provided.
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Pure White SW 7005
Sherwin Williams Pure White is a white paint color with hints of gray and yellow undertones. On a home exterior, Pure White is going to look really white though, and you won’t see much of those gray or yellow undertones.
Pure White is often used outside on trim, and can even be used as a whole home color on siding.
It is Sherwin Williams’ most popular paint color in 2026 because it works equally well on trim, woodwork siding and anything else you want to paint white.
Learn more about Pure White SW 7005.
Tricorn Black SW 6258
Tricorn Black is a classic black paint color. It is my favorite Sherwin Williams black paint color, and clearly, I’m not alone since it is one of the top 20 exterior paint colors sold by Sherwin Williams.
Tricorn Black doesn’t have any offensive undertones. It won’t be too blue, too green or too anything else. It just looks like a traditional black paint color.
You can use it on trim, front doors, garage doors, shutters and more. I don’t see too many homes with their siding painted Tricorn Black, but you could use if for this purpose as well if you want a really dark black siding color.
Learn more about Tricorn Black SW 6258.
Alabaster SW 7008
Sherwin Williams Alabaster is a beautiful, soft white with delicate yellow and gray undertones.
Alabaster has just the right amount of warmth to avoid feeling harsh, but not so much yellow that it comes across as too creamy. The result is a subtle, refined look.
On a home exterior, Alabaster looks a little bit lighter, and will probably look like a true white, but without any coolness.
People also love Alabaster for trim because of its softer white appearance.
Learn more about Alabaster SW 7008.
Snowbound SW 7004
Sherwin Williams Snowbound is a soft, warm white with subtle gray and pink/purple undertones. These undertones give snowbound a cozy, inviting warmth that doesn’t feel overwhelming.
Snowbound is a top pick for home exteriors, but I definitely recommend sampling this color first. With its pink/purple undertones, you want to be sure you like how it looks on your exterior before you paint all of your siding.
Learn more about Snowbound SW 7004.
Iron Ore SW 7069
Sherwin Williams Iron Ore is a dark charcoal paint color that could also be described as a light black.
If there is nothing darker on the home, Iron Ore will look almost black. But with darker shades in the mix, and especially when in bright sun outside, Iron Ore appears a little lighter and more gray.
I have seen this used many times as a siding color on a home where people want a very dark exterior, but do not want a true classic black paint color.
Learn more about Iron Ore Sw 7069.
Greek Villa SW 7551
Sherwin Williams Greek Villa is a soft, creamy white that feels warm and inviting without being too yellow.
Outside, Greek Villa maintains that creamy look and brightens up some, but doesn’t usually take on a pure white look.
Greek Villa is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a white home that isn’t stark. It is a great siding color, and can also be used as an accent to stone, brick and natural wood.
Learn more about Greek Villa SW 7551.
Repose Gray SW 7015
Repose Gray by Sherwin Williams is a versatile greige—an elegant blend of gray and beige. While it’s a warm color, it maintains some balance.
This is because Repose Gray has subtle blue undertones, which place it on the cooler end of the warm spectrum.
Repose Gray is ideal for homes with cool accents, such as blues, metallics, or crisp whites. It looks great as a siding color, but will lighten up considerably in the bright sun.
Learn more about Repose Gray SW 7015.
Urbane Bronze SW 7048
Urbane Bronze is a very dark brown paint color with gray undertones. This very sophisticated brown was chosen as Sherwin Williams 2021 Color of the Year, and this only increased its popularity.
Urbane Bronze is a great accent color on home exteriors, as it goes well with stone, natural wood tones, orange or red brick, and white or cream trim.
Learn more about Urbane Bronze SW 7048.
Gauntlet Gray SW 7019
Sherwin Williams Gauntlet Gray is a dark gray that almost takes on a midtone look when used on a home exterior. It has a touch of warm beige undertones that give it an overall soft look.
Gauntlet Gray can be used on whole home exteriors with crisp white trim, or as an accent shade on shutters or trim.
Learn more about Gauntlet Gray SW 7019.
Shoji White SW 7042
Sherwin Williams Shoji White is a warm, off-white paint color with more depth than some of the lighter whites like Alabaster or Greek Villa.
On a home exterior, Shoji White offers a creamy, warm look. It has a beige base with a good amount of gray, along with a subtle hint of pink undertones. While the pink isn’t overly pronounced, in certain lighting or with specific surroundings, you might notice a slight blush in the tone.
Shoji White is a versatile, soft neutral that brings warmth and depth to a space, making it an good choice for those who want an inviting white home without the starkness of pure white.
Learn more about Shoji White SW 7042.
Peppercorn SW 7674
Sherwin Williams Peppercorn is a dark gray paint color with balanced undertones. This means that it can look more purple, blue or green based on what is around it.
It is frequently used as a siding color, giving a very dark, saturated look. It also goes well with reddish brick tones, white trim or natural wood accents.
Learn more about Peppercorn SW 7674.
Dorian Gray SW 7017
Sherwin Williams Dorain Gray is a warm gray with brown undertones. It is a midtone gray that isn’t too dark or too light on a home exterior.
Dorian Gray is often used on siding and paired with white trim and blue accents, but can also be used on doors and shutters.
Learn more about Dorian Gray SW 7017.
Agreeable Gray SW 7029
Agreeable Gray is a very popular paint color by Sherwin Williams.
Agreeable Gray is a blend of beige and gray, which means that it is considered a greige paint color. This subtle and pleasant paint color has a mild green undertone which lends an earthy sort of look.
On a home exterior, Agreeable Gray looks like a very light warm gray. It lightens up considerably.
Learn more about Agreeable Gray SW 7029.
Accessible Beige SW 7036
Sherwin Williams Accessible Beige is a greige paint color that blends beige and gray to create a warm neutral.
Accessible Beige is a modern type of beige, because it doesn’t carry pink or orange undertones.
On a home exterior, Accessible Beige looks light and almost airy. It works well as a siding color, and pairs well with stone accents, white trim, natural wood and more.
Learn more about Accessible Beige SW 7036.
Dovetail SW 7018
Sherwin Williams Dovetail is a midtone gray paint color that leans a bit dark with a subtle purple undertone.
While the purple undertone isn’t too obvious, Dovetail can take on a warmer look outside due to the bright sun.
Dovetail is a popular siding color and pairs nicely with either white or dark trim.
Learn more about Dovetail SW 7018.
Mindful Gray SW 7016
Mindful Gray is a greige paint color that has both warm and cool tones in it. While it is a blend of gray and beige that favors beige, it also has cool green and blue undertones in it.
Mindful Gray has a bit more depth than many of the shades on this list, which means that it will show up nicely on a home exterior.
It can be used with lighter or darker trim, and pairs nicely with wood accents, stone, and orange brick.
Learn more about Mindful Gray 7016.
Creamy SW 7012
Sherwin Williams Creamy is a soft off-white paint color with yellow undertones.
It is a creamy white that looks great on siding or as a trim color. It can be paired with warm brick shades, natural brown wood, and accent colors such as blue and green.
Learn more about Creamy SW 7012.
Cityscape SW 706
Sherwin Williams Cityscape SW 7067 is a midtone gray paint color that almost hedges into the dark range. With a neutral undertone, Cityscape isn’t too warm or too cool.
Cityscape can be used as a siding color and paired with white trim, or can be used as a trim color, shutter color or door color. It also can be used with wood accents.
Eider White SW 7014
Sherwin Williams Eider White is a soft off-white in the taupe family, with a strong gray influence and a touch of beige. It has subtle purple undertones that can become more apparent depending on the lighting and surrounding colors.
Eider White looks pretty light when used on a home exterior. It isn’t my favorite color for exterior trim, due to the purple undertone, but on the right home, it will look good on siding.
Learn more about Eider White SW 7014.
Origami White SW 7636
Sherwin Williams Origami White is a soft, light white that blends gray and beige. Since it leans slightly more towards gray, it comes across very neutral.
Outside, Origami White will look just a hint off of a pure white. It is a good option for someone who wants a cozier white that doesn’t have a yellow undertone.
On home exterior, it can work as a siding shade or as a muted trim color.
Learn more about Origami White SW 7636.
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So there you have it: the top 20 exterior paint colors for 2026 by Sherwin Williams.
The most popular paint colors for 2026 for home exteriors include whites, blacks, greiges, beiges, grays and creams. While some may love more color on their home, the majority of people are sticking with the classics.
Neutrals are a solid foundation for creating a well designed exterior and provide a great backdrop for holiday decorations, so they are probably the perfect option for your home, no matter what kind of home you have.
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