An exterior paint scheme should be made up of at least three colors: The field, or large areas such as walls or roofs. The trim, which are corner boards, window trim, fascias, rakes, etc.

I chose paint from three different color families across six paint brands. I needed a few different color families to scan. Enter the pesky white trim in our 1940s colonial.

In her bathroom, color expert Maria Killam used Benjamin Moore’s Indian White, an orange-beige that contrasts with the white subway tile. (Macy Yap) Fall is in full swing, and paint companies ...

Painting doesn’t have to preclude creativity: You can do so much more than putting a solid color on your wall. From adding textures to designs, you can give your space more character with less ...