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9 articles on color selection
ASCEND trim colors can either match the field cladding for a seamless exterior or create deliberate contrast around windows, doors, corners, gables, and profile transitions. Glacier White, Cast Iron, Charcoal Smoke, Ageless Slate, Monterey Sand, Pebble, Cape Cod Gray, and other coordinated colors can all work well when selected against the roof, masonry, windows, doors, and architecture.
Read More →Choosing between dark and light ASCEND Composite Cladding colors is about more than personal taste. Sun exposure, home style, roof color, brick, landscaping, maintenance expectations, and architectural scale all influence which palette will produce the best long-term result. Learn the advantages, tradeoffs, and design considerations before selecting an ASCEND color.
Read More →ASCEND colors can look lighter, warmer, cooler, or more vivid in direct sunlight than they do indoors or in shade. Dark colors reveal stronger highlights and shadows, while lighter colors may appear brighter across large wall areas. Contractors should compare physical samples outdoors, in the intended profile and orientation, before homeowners approve a final color.
Read More →Farmhouse architecture pairs beautifully with ASCEND Composite Cladding because of its clean lines, simple detailing, and emphasis on natural materials. Whether you're restoring a traditional farmhouse or building a modern farmhouse, choosing the right ASCEND color can create a timeless exterior that balances warmth, contrast, and curb appeal.
Read More →The best ASCEND colors for mid-century homes emphasize clean lines, low rooflines, natural materials, and restrained contrast. Ageless Slate, Deep Moss, Riviera Dusk, Cast Iron, Mountain Fern, Monterey Sand, and Canyon Drift can create authentic mid-century-inspired exteriors when coordinated with brick, stone, wood accents, roofing, and trim.
Read More →Ranch homes pair exceptionally well with ASCEND Composite Cladding because of their long, horizontal rooflines and simple architectural forms. The best ASCEND color depends on the home's roof, brick or stone accents, trim, landscaping, and whether the goal is a timeless, transitional, or contemporary exterior.
Read More →ASCEND colors can coordinate beautifully with red, brown, tan, cream, gray, and painted brick. The best choice depends on the brick’s undertones, mortar color, roofing, windows, and trim—not simply whether the brick appears red or brown from a distance.
Read More →Contractors should present ASCEND color samples outdoors, in natural daylight, and in the same horizontal or vertical orientation planned for the home. Comparing a focused group of samples against the existing roof, masonry, windows, and trim helps homeowners make a confident, documented selection.
Read More →ASCEND Composite Cladding is available in 21 fade-resistant colors ranging from classic whites and warm neutrals to deep blues, greens, grays, browns, and dramatic dark tones. Homeowners can pair these colors with 7-inch Plank or 12-inch Board & Batten profiles and Cedar Mill Grain or Matte textures.
Read More →ASCEND samples and demo kits are available at the counter, and most are free. Call to check which ASCEND colors are on hand.