Gutter Colors: How To Choose Best Color Option for Your Home

While gutters are built to serve a functional purpose, they also play an important role in your home’s exterior design. Gutter colors can make the exterior of your house shine. Shine

Depending on the colors you choose, your gutter colors can add bold definition to your roofline, put some desirable “pop” into your home’s exterior, or blend seamlessly with your existing trim. The right choice will boost your home’s curb appeal—not to mention that crisp, clean-looking gutters speak volumes about the care you take of your property.

So, how do you choose the right gutter color for your house? It comes down to several factors—from your overall design vision to the existing colors and materials of your home’s exterior. Here’s a quick run-down of the most common approaches, and how to decide which will work best for your home.

Choosing the Right Gutter Color For Your House

The Sky’s the Limit

Gone are the days when the only color choices for gutters were white, off-white, or metal. While gutter colors don’t yet approach the dizzying variety of interior paint options, you might be surprised at how many choices you have. At Superior, for example, we offer 60 different color options which can be added to your gutters before you take delivery of them. 

To get a feel for the scope of options available, have a look at some of the gutter colors offered by Norandex. 

Gutters now come in many shades of white, black, brown, blue, red, yellow, green, and nearly any other color you can dream up. You can also order metal gutters, such as steel and copper, in a variety of non-paint finishes which suggest different textures or levels of aging. 

All of these options give you a lot of room to use your imagination. The most important questions become: what will actually work best with your home’s exterior, and how visible do you want your gutters to be? 

To Match or Not To Match?

When it comes to choosing colors, some people prefer to match their gutters to other parts of the exterior so that they blend in. Others take the opportunity to add some extra visual interest to their home by choosing a contrasting gutter color. Either is a great option.

Matching Gutter Ideas 

Matching your gutters to other colors on your home’s exterior helps them to merge visually with the rest of the house. This is a classic option, and a good path to take if you prefer your gutters to be more functional and have less design impact.

Matching one of these colors gives your home a classic look. It’s unlikely to offend your neighbors, and it certainly won’t hurt your home’s resale value.

Contrasting Gutter Colors

A contrasting color is one that differs from the trim, siding, or roof of your house. This adds visual interest, and helps your home stand out. However, this choice requires more care. Since contrasting colors are more noticeable, they also have a more polarizing impact.

Additionally, you should consider the line of the gutter along the side of your house, and whether you want to accentuate this. Also pay attention to how many contrasting elements you have on your home’s exterior, and avoid visual clutter. That said, when done right, contrasting gutters make a bold statement and boost the appeal of your home.

Test a Few Different Combinations

Of course, until you actually try them, it’s not always easy to visualize which color combinations will work. It’s best to bring a few color chips or samples home to test against the side of your house. For quick results, try this color wheel to see how well different hues combine and contrast. Online tools are especially helpful in testing smaller variations in color.

Things To Keep In Mind in Choosing Gutter Colors

Beyond questions of design or taste, some practical considerations may impact your options. Be sure to consider the following:

How To Identify Your HOA 

Visit your county clerk or Secretary of State website or office. You may be able to learn the regulations there directly. If not, you should be able to obtain the contact details of your local HOA at one of these locations and reach out directly.

Most Popular Gutter Colors

In this day and age, you have many color options for the gutters on your house. But for some quick inspiration, here are a few of the most popular options, both trending and classic.

Black gutters 

This option has been in style for the past several years (think modern farmhouse), and for good reason. Black gutters provide a strong border and a bold look, increasing your home’s curb appeal and making it look more contemporary. The only downside is that your home might look dated in a decade or so, as trends shift. 

White gutters

White gutters are a classic choice, and remain the most popular option out there. They go well with most homes, and even when they aren’t the best match they are unlikely to offend. Due to their widespread use, they are also among the most affordable options. The only situation in which you should tread carefully is with a dark exterior. White gutters will go best with white trim in this situation.

Copper gutters

This is another classic option, and one that gives your home a touch of luxury. Copper gutters go especially well with stone, wood, and other natural exteriors. Genuine copper is more durable than many other gutter types, but it is also more expensive. Faux copper gutters are a good option for saving money on this look. These are made of other materials like aluminum or vinyl, then coated.

Off-white 

Off-white is another very popular option for gutters. It is also a common color for trim and siding, and has recently come back into vogue. This is an especially good choice because of the number of shades and variations available. Off-white gutters offer the opportunity for subtle contrast, when paired with siding or trim that is only a few shades different. And, of course, you can take a classic approach and match them to off-white trim. 

Gray 

Gray is a somewhat neutral color, and therefore matches many different color combinations. It is an especially smart option for matching your home’s roof. An interesting variation is to pair gray with a darker roof and lighter siding, creating a transition zone between the upper and lower parts of the house.

Greige 

This color category plays a neutral role similar to gray, but with a more natural feeling. Greige gutters are excellent for adding darker accents to an off-white house, or for pairing with a lighter stone exterior. Like off-white, greige is currently considered a fashionable option used by many custom home builders in Boise.

Charcoal 

If you’re interested in black gutters, but they feel too bold against your house, charcoal-colored gutters are a tasteful and subtle alternative. As with gray, these are a great option if you have a dark roof. 

Frequently Asked Questions:

Should gutters match the roof or the house color?

Both are strong options. Consider the color and width of your roof trim or fascia, and whether the gutters will be close enough visually to your house siding. Matching the trim is another option.

Should gutters and downspouts be the same color?

Not necessarily. This depends on the location of the downspout, and whether you are matching the gutters to the roof, trim, or siding. Remember, a downspout which contrasts with the side of the house may look awkward depending on its location.

Examples: 

Should gutters match fascia and soffit?

This is a great option for helping gutters blend in. However, some people prefer contrasting gutters, or prefer to match the roof or siding. As long as your homeowners association or zoning has no restrictions, it’s up to you!

The bottom line on gutter colors is that there are more choices than ever before, and you can do pretty much anything you can imagine. The best option depends on the other exterior colors on your house, and whether you want gutters that stand out or blend in. Ultimately, choosing the right gutter color boosts the overall appearance of your property, and reflects on the pride you take in your home.

At Superior, we offer a wide variety of gutter colors to match your unique design goals. We also offer comprehensive gutter installation services, taking the hassle out of gutter replacement from start to finish. Get in touch today, and learn how we can make your vision a reality.