Gone are the days when pole barns only came in boring gray. Today's pole barns offer a wide palette of colors that can enhance your property's appearance and complement existing structures. Let's explore how to choose the perfect color scheme for your building.
Popular Color Combinations
Some timeless combinations that work well in Washington:
Black roof + Charcoal walls + White trim: Modern, sleekDark Bronze roof + Sandstone walls + White trim: Warm, earthyBurnished Slate roof + Light Gray walls + Red trim: Classic NorthwestHunter Green roof + Cream walls + White trim: Classic barnGalvalume roof + White walls + Green trim: Clean farmhouse
Color Selection Tips
Choose colors strategically:
Lighter colors reflect heat and show less weatheringMatch or complement existing structures on your propertyLighter roofs can help with summer coolingDarker colors can help with snow melt on roofConsider HOA requirements if applicable
Wainscot Options
Adding wainscot (a contrasting band of color at the bottom) adds visual interest:
Standard wainscot height: 3-4 feetPopular: Light walls with darker wainscot (grounding effect)Alternative: Brick or stone wainscot for premium lookCreates visual separation and architectural interest
Trim and Accent Options
Don't forget the details that make your building stand out:
Contrast trim color around doors and windowsColored garage door panels create focal pointCupolas and weathervanes add characterConsider colored screws for subtle accent