One of the top functions of siding is to protect your home from the elements. Well-made siding — be it vinyl, cement, composite, wood, or hardboard — can go a long way in keeping your home cozy, no matter what the temperature is outside.
That said, shouldn’t it look nice, too?
The good news is that there are a multitude of color options and textures these days for siding. Certainteed, one of the top vinyl siding brands in the USA, has nine distinct color categories — with 150 color options, in all. And since we’re a Certainteed 5-Star™ Vinyl Siding Contractor, we get to see many of these colors first-hand when installing new siding for homeowners.
Whether it’s simply for personal enjoyment of your home, or to increase curb appeal for a sale, it’s important to understand your siding color options.
To begin, we’ll jump into top siding color categories before looking at colors that can increase resale value, colors to avoid when selling, and finally a look at some of the hottest vinyl siding colors for the fall of 2025 …
THE TOP SIDING COLOR CATEGORIES
These color categories can help you narrow down color selection, and help align your color search with an overall aesthetic preference.
- Contemporary Neutrals: This category highlights subtle undertones like greige (a color between beige and gray) blends, taupes and radiant whites. Like the category implies, these are neutral colors that pair well with a wide breadth of roofing and trim colors.
- Naturally-inspired Warm Pigments: Here we’re looking at less neutral colors like muted ochre, terracotta, and clay.
- Theatrical Darker Shades: These colors are definitely more of a statement. Beautiful and deep, they include charcoals, deep navy and forest greens.
- Terrific Two-tones: Color selection here has a fairly large range, with the two tones working in a complimentary color palette that is both distinct and harmonious.
IF YOU ARE SELLING, CONSIDER COLOR TO MAXIMIZE VALUE
Neutral siding colors are typically timeless, providing a better return on investment than colors that are more trendy. These include softer whites, grays, and beige that is on the warmer side.
If you are seriously looking to sell, it’s worth considering staying away from more on-trend colors, but ultimately it’s up to you. Some homeowners prefer to attain as much resale value as possible, while others prefer their home to be more distinct, so please look at these suggestions as guidelines and not absolute rules.
On the flip side, there are some colors you’ll want to stay away from when you’re looking to sell. These include vivid purples, intense yellows, and non-conventional greens.
That said, there are some on-trend colors that stick around for quite a while, or simply don’t turn off buyers as much as other colors. Working with an experienced (and licensed) siding contractor can help you determine what these colors are. This becomes especially important if you are on the fence about selling but still need new siding. The last thing you want to do is pick a color you don’t love if you’re not definitely going to sell. Our team can even show you digital samples of what your home will look like with different vinyl siding colors — and it’s a lot of fun!
THE COLORS
GRAY
Light or dark, gray (including charcoals) is a long-time favorite for more modern looking homes, and also complements wood, stone and brick.
Color/Style Shown:
Gray Scallop Certainteed Cedar Impressions Siding
GREEEN
This includes forest greens, cypress greens, sage greens and olives, which evoke a feeling of nature and lushness.
Note: In addition to spruce green , many homeowners like cypress green because it is not too rich, or too soft, a color.
Color/Style Shown:
Spruce Green Certainteed Monogram Vinyl Siding
CLAY, TERACOTTA, & ORANGES
These colors deliver vibrancy, character, and earthiness to a home, and are often most effectively used as accents and decorative elements on the exterior of a home.
Color/Style Shown:
Clay Certainteed Monogram Vinyl Siding
MOCHA & ESPRESSO
If you’re a coffee lover like us, you may want to opt for a coffee-centric color like mocha or espresso. Colors in this family are rich, warm and inviting.
Color/Style Shown:
Espresso Certainteed Monogram Vinyl Siding
WHITES
The muted look of eggshell white, provides a crisp, timeless look. Colonial and classic white are also popular choices, and no matter which “shade” of white you choose, they are quite versatile with many home styles and accent colors.
Color/Style Shown:
Colonial White Certainteed Certaplank Reinforced Siding
BLUES
Deep navy, medium- and sea-inspired blues provide a dramatic, more modern look. Pairing one of these colors with contrast trim creates an even more noteworthy look.
Color/Style Shown:
Midnight Blue Certainteed Certaplank Reinforced Siding
REDS
Autumn red and maroon are two popular shades of red. They offer a rich, warm aesthetic that truly stands out.
Color/Style Shown:
Autumn Red Certainteed Cedarboard Siding
GET IN TOUCH ANYTIME
When it comes to siding, there are a ton of choices — including vinyl, cement, composite, wood and hardboard. That said, if you have questions, or would like us to stop by to discuss siding options, with no strings attached, feel free to contact us anytime. We’re always happy to help!