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White painted siding has the highest resale value, but it's also one of the most complex colors to maintain since it shows dirt and grime easily. Off-White – Off-white or light-colored paint colors are trendy in homes today because they make rooms look larger and help reflect more light.
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A quality-built portable shed starts at the size of 8' x 12' and can be made to the largest size of 16' x 48 '.
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Beige – This warm tone creates a welcoming feel without being too bright or overwhelming for neighbors trying to enjoy their own homes. The downside is that this color does not provide a lot of contrast and can make the house look smaller. Blue – A popular choice with buyers because it is calming and serene. The downside for this color, though, especially if you live in a warmer climate, is that the heat from the sun can make your home feel like an oven when trying to enjoy outdoor spaces on a warm day. Green – This color provides excellent contrast without being too bright or too dark. It complements the colors of fresh grass and flowers in a yard, but this color tends to fade quickly, which can be a problem at resale time. Mid Toned Browns – This color may not be the most popular, but it is a wise choice when you need an exterior paint job. Mid-toned browns are easy to match with any style of siding, and they offer just enough contrast without being too much or making your home look smaller than it is. Light Neutral Tones – This color is fresh and clean, but it’s also one of the most popular exterior paint colors right now. Soft neutral tones such as cream or ivory provide just enough contrast to make your home look well-maintained without overwhelming neighbors with too much vibrancy in their own homes. Neutral Green Tones – This color is neutral enough to blend in with the natural beauty of your surroundings, but it also provides excellent contrast and can make your home look larger than it is. The downside of this color is that you may notice some fading over time, which could be an issue at resale time. Not all colors are suitable for every home, but some colors are more popular than others. If you’re in the market for a new home, pay attention to what colors homes are selling for the highest resale value and if you currently own your dream house, use this information when deciding which exterior paint color is right for your home. However creative you want to be, make sure you don’t paint your home in something too outrageous or outside the box. There are always new exterior color trends coming out regularly. Still, these latest colors aren’t exactly easy to match with any style of siding, and they’re not guaranteed to be timeless choices either, which could cost you at resale time. Red – This color is a no-no, especially if you’re looking for high resale value. Red siding can be tricky to maintain, and it’s not the most popular exterior paint choice among buyers right now. Yellow – Bright yellow colors may look beautiful on some homes, but they are often too overwhelming and distracting from the rest of the surrounding landscape. This color is tough to maintain, and it won’t add resale value to your home either. Teal – Teal, can be an excellent exterior paint choice, but this one may not look so great when you’re trying to sell your house down the road. While teal adds vibrancy and personality to your home, it’s not very popular with buyers who may be looking for something more neutral.
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Learn More »All Keter sheds are extremely sturdy and come with a heavy-duty floor panel. However, we highly recommend building the shed on solid and level ground.
While Keter sheds are extremely durable and sturdy when built on solid and level ground, depending on the area conditions, it may be best to secure your shed to the ground. For example, if your shed is in a hurricane area or an area where weather conditions can be extreme, you may choose to secure your shed. All Keter sheds come with notches on the floor where anchors can be secured. The types of bolts that will work to secure your shed are included in the manual. The types of materials you may require, for example, a removable concrete screw and a rotary hammer, are dependent on the material of the ground you are securing your shed to.
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