2025 Exterior Stain Color of the Year

Capture the essence of nature with Cedar—a warm, earthy hue inspired by the natural tones of cedar wood.

Solid Color Exterior Stain CEDAR SC-146

Semi-Transparent Exterior Stain CEDAR ST-146

A bedroom with the walls painted in a soft black color; Cracked Pepper. The warm and moodiness of the paint color is perfect for a good nights sleep.

A bedroom with walls in creamy white; Whipped Cream and an accent wall painted in a soft black color; Cracked Pepper. The creamy white keeps the room bright, while the dark color sets a snug feel for sleeping.

Solid Color

Semi-Transparent

DISCOVER YOUR PERFECT FINISH IN SOLID COLOR OR SEMI-TRANSPARENT

Whether you choose a solid color or semi-transparent finish, Cedar's light wood tone can enhance the exterior of your home by brightening your space and creating an open, inviting atmosphere.

EXPLORE CEDAR IN A SOLID COLOR FINISH

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CEDAR

SC-146

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Deck:

CEDAR

ST-146

Curb appeal collection

Take the guesswork out of choosing exterior paint colors with the Curb Appeal Collection. This curated collection of 45 hues pairs seamlessly with Cedar—from minimalist modern to casual craftsman.

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EXPLORE THE COLLECTION

House Body

JUNGLE CAMOUFLAGE

N350-4

Trim

SWISS COFFEE

Door

RED MY MIND

MQ1-10

Wood
Semi-Transparent

CEDAR

ST-146

House Body

WHISPER WHITE

HDC-MD-08

Trim

BLACK

Door

RUMORS

MQ1-15

House Body & Eves

CRACKED PEPPER

PPU18-01

Wood
Semi-Transparent

CEDAR

ST-146

Wood
Semi-Transparent

RUSSET

ST-117

House Body

LIVINGSTON

N330-5

Trim

OFF WHITE

Accent

PERFECT TAN

N280-4

Shutters

NORTH WOODS

N410-7

Wood
Semi-Transparent

CEDAR

ST-146

House Body

PURE EARTH

PPU7-05

Shingles

LANDMARK BROWN

N220-6

Door

RED PEPPER

PPU2-02

House Body

MORNING ZEN

S380-2

Trim

POLAR BEAR

Door

BLUEPRINT

S470-5

CURB APPEAL COLLECTION

RUMORS

MQ1-15

NURTURING

T18-16

OFF WHITE

RED MY MIND

MQ1-10

NORTH WOODS

N410-7

SMOKY WHITE

BWC-13

RED PEPPER

PPU2-02

GREEN AGATE

M430-7

SPANISH SAND

OR-W07

TIKI TORCH

M180-6

BOREAL

N420-5

RIVIERA BEACH

PPU7-07

CANYON DUSK

S210-4

DARK EVERGLADE

HDC-CL-21A

PURE EARTH

PPU7-05

SEASIDE VILLA

S190-1

JUNIPER ASH

PPU12-16

PERFECT TAUPE

PPU18-13

ORANGE FLAMBE

MQ1-28

CARIBE

PPU13-01

LANDMARK BROWN

N220-6

OCTOBER LEAVES

S210-7

WAVE TOP

M450-3

ULTRA PURE WHITE

UPW

BARONIAL BROWN

N170-7

BLUEPRINT

S470-5

POLAR BEAR

PERFECT TAN

N280-4

NOCTURNE BLUE

HDC-CL-28

WHITE

FILTERED MOON

M270-4

ADIRONDACK BLUE

N480-5

PLATINUM

PPU26-11

CELEBRATION

MQ4-13A

MIDNIGHT BLUE

N480-7

LUNAR SURFACE

N460-3

LIVINGSTON

N330-5

SHIPYARD

S500-6

DARK ASH

770F-5

JUNGLE CAMOUFLAGE

N350-4

WHISPER WHITE

HDC-MD-08

CRACKED PEPPER

PPU18-01

MORNING ZEN

S380-2

SWISS COFFEE

BLACK

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2025 EXTERIOR STAIN COLOR OF THE YEAR

Rediscover the great outdoors with Cedar exterior stain for a timeless appeal.

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Learn how to best protect and beautify natural wood surfaces.

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2025 EXTERIOR STAIN COLOR OF THE YEAR

Rediscover the great outdoors with Cedar exterior stain for a timeless appeal.

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Oil-Rubbed Bronze

SP-201

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Dark Bronze

SP-304

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Congo

PPU11-20

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Durability at a great value.

Two coats

250-400 sq. ft. per gallon

Starting at $30.98

This paint and primer^◊ offers exceptional durability and hide with a finish that resists mildew and stains.

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Two coats

250-400 sq. ft. per gallon

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A stain-blocking paint and primer^◊ that delivers advanced burnish, scuff and mar resistance along with hide in fewer coats.

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Total transformation in one coat, guaranteed.

One-Coat Hide^◆

Up to 400 sq. ft. per gallon

Starting at $49.98

An advanced stain-blocking paint & primer^◊ that delivers exceptional durability and one-coat hide guaranteed in over 1000 colors.

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Exceptional Durability & Stain Resistance

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This revolutionary paint delivers on all of your painting needs. It’s our most stain repellent, scuff resistant, fast-drying, one-coat coverage paint & primer^◊, ever.

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About Interior Paint Sheens

Get the look you want and the protection you need for any room in your home.

FLAT

A flat sheen has a non-reflective finish that touches up well and hides minor surface imperfections.

Applications:

Low-traffic areas; interior walls and ceilings

Areas:

Ceilings

Durability:

Medium-Low

MATTE

A matte sheen has a low-luster, reflective finish that is durable, easy to clean, touches up well and also hides minor surface imperfections.

Applications:

Low-traffic areas; interior walls

Areas:

Family rooms, living rooms, kids' rooms, bathrooms, dining rooms, ceilings

Durability:

Medium

EGGSHELL ENAMEL

An eggshell enamel sheen has a soft, velvety appearance that resists dirt and grime, as well as mildew.

Applications:

Moderate-traffic areas

Areas:

Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, dining rooms

Durability:

Medium

SATIN ENAMEL

A satin enamel sheen has a pearl-like finish that's easy to clean.

Applications:

All interior surfaces; moderate- to high-traffic areas

Areas:

Family rooms, living rooms, bedrooms, kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture

Durability:

Medium-High

SEMI-GLOSS ENAMEL

A semi-gloss enamel sheen is sleek and radiant resisting mildew, moisture and wear.

Applications:

Cabinets and trim; high-traffic, high-moisture areas

Areas:

Kids' rooms, hallways, kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters

Durability:

High

HI-GLOSS ENAMEL

Hi-Gloss enamel sheens provide have a brilliant, shiny appearance and a durable, glass-like finish that allows dirt and grime to be wiped clean.

Applications:

High-use surfaces

Areas:

Kitchens, bathrooms, doors, windows, trim, cabinets, shutters, interior furniture

Durability:

High

About Exterior Paint Sheens

Set the right curb appeal with exterior painting efforts that last.

FLAT

A flat sheen is non-reflective, and easy to apply and touch up. It will minimize the appearance of minor surface imperfections.

Applications:

Wood and vinyl walls and siding; brick and other masonry; fences

Durability:

Medium-Low

SATIN ENAMEL

A satin enamel sheen creates a pearl-like finish that's durable and dirt-resistant. It will also resist moisture, fading and stains.

Applications:

Virtually all exterior surfaces

Durability:

Medium-High

SEMI-GLOSS ENAMEL

A semi-gloss enamel sheen is sleek and radiant with a hard, durable finish. It is formulated to withstand wear, and will also resist moisture, fading and stains.

Applications:

Doors, trim and shutters; Exterior furniture

Durability:

High

HI-GLOSS ENAMEL

Hi-Gloss enamel sheen have a brilliant, shiny appearance and a durable, glass-like finish that allows dirt and grime to be wiped clean.

Applications:

High-use surfaces

Durability:

High

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