1980’s Exterior Paint Colors

Early 1980’s exterior paint colors reflected the dynamic design trends of the era. Blending bold hues with softer, comforting tones, allowed a wide range of personal expression in exterior design. Homeowners and designers used color to convey specific moods and aesthetics that suited individual tastes. This interplay of bold and subtle shades provided endless creative possibilities.

1981 Pittsburgh Paints

Cover of 1981 Pittsburgh Paint Historic Color Chart
Cover of 1981 Pittsburgh Paint Historic Color Chart. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.
American Historic Paint Color Collection.
1981 Pittsburgh Paint American Historic Paint Colors. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.

This Pittsburgh Paints historic color collection was inspired by America’s early architectural and design heritage. They reflected a time when a fresh coat of paint was synonymous with pride of ownership. Look around your neighborhood with an eye toward colonial style homes, and you’ll see these colors on shutters, front doors and trim. Although inspired by the late 1700’s, these hues have a distinct 80’s feel and styling. Use them to add classic beauty to your home.

Dunn Edwards 1983 Exterior Paint Colors

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1980’s Exterior Paint Colors. Vintage Dunn Edwards Color Chart All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.
A close up of the cover of an exterior color book

Vibrant Dunn Edwards stock house and trim colors like Paprika, Flemish Blue, and Dresden Yellow brought a sense of excitement to home decorating. These colors were often used to accent eaves, facia, shutters and front doors. The influence of culture was evident in these choices, as people sought to replicate the dynamic energy of the times. 

Alternatively, pastels and earth tones offered a soothing contrast to the high-energy shades. Colors like Cape Cod Blue, Cypress, and Misty created soothing aesthetics that were perfect for the body of the house.

Additionally, the earth tones like Cliff Brown, Dry Earth, and Weathered Coral provided a warm, grounding effect, connecting exteriors with nature and creating comforting spaces. The harmony between these contemporary colors allowed for a richly layered approach to exterior design on 1980s homes. These elegant, timeless 1983 Dunn Edwards Exterior Colors are acknowledged as perennial favorites by design professionals.

Sinclair Paint 1980’s Exterior Colors

A color chart of different colors and shades.
Sinclair Exterior Paint Colors. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.
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Sinclair Paint Exterior Color Chart Front and Back. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.

During the late 1980’s, the design world embraced warm and comfortable tones. Consumers preferred soft beige and sandy tones that created a welcoming aesthetic. Combined with earthy green or warm brown accents for balanced color schemes that complemented neighborhood landscapes and enveloped homes in a soothing essence.

1984 Tru Test Exterior Colors

Tru Test Paint Color Chart.
1984 Tru Test Paint Color Chart. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.
Tru Test Paint Color Chart Cover.
1984 Tru Test Paint Color Chart Cover. All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc.

Exterior Colors of the era embraced warm, earthy hues, and statement making accents.

Looking for charming 1980’s colors to inspire your next exterior house refresh? Call All Los Angeles Painting Company, Inc. 310-470-9218 for a Color Consultation. https://alllosangelespaintingcompany.com/2021/10/sinclair-sintec-color-chart

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