Greige Paint Colors for Split-Level Homes

Greige is the safest update for a split-level. It reads as current without being trendy, works with any roof color, and photographs well for resale. The warm-cool balance of greige softens the boxy proportions that split-levels are known for.

Agreeable Gray Split

The best-selling exterior color for good reason. Agreeable Gray on a split-level makes the home feel updated and well-maintained without drawing attention to the unusual form.

Walls
Agreeable Gray
SW 7029
#D2CBC0
Trim
Extra White
SW 7006
#F1EDE4
Front Door
Cyberspace
SW 7076
#545B5E
Shutters
Gauntlet Gray
SW 7019
#8E8580
Accent (soffits)
Alabaster
SW 7008
#EDEAE0

Worldly Gray Refresh

Worldly Gray leans slightly warmer than Agreeable Gray with a hint more green. It works on split-levels surrounded by mature trees.

Walls
Worldly Gray
SW 7043
#BCB5A8
Trim
Pure White
SW 7005
#EDEBE4
Front Door
Urbane Bronze
SW 7048
#5E5447
Shutters
Porpoise
SW 7047
#6E685E
Accent (window trim)
Dover White
SW 6385
#D4CCB4

Tips for Greige Split-Level Homes

  1. On a split-level, paint the trim a consistent white across all levels. Mixing trim colors between the upper and lower sections makes the height difference more obvious.
  2. Use a darker shade for shutters to add depth. Greige body colors can look flat on the large, unbroken wall surfaces typical of split-levels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best neutral paint color for a split-level?
Agreeable Gray (SW 7029) is the top choice. It works with every roof color and reads as clean and modern. Worldly Gray (SW 7043) is a warmer alternative.
How do I update a 1970s split-level with paint?
Replace any existing yellow, avocado, or dark brown with a modern greige like Agreeable Gray. Add crisp white trim and a bold dark front door. This single change modernizes the home without structural work.

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