By Westlake Royal Building Products
Whether your buyers are seeking the classic comfort of a Craftsman, the cozy vibes of the coast, or the clean feeling of a contemporary, it’s easy to create popular exterior home styles using CraneBoard® Solid Core Siding® and Portsmouth® Shake & Shingles from Westlake Royal Building Products. Along with authentic aesthetics, natural textures, and rich colors, CraneBoard and Portsmouth products are durable, low-maintenance, and easy to install.
To help you get started, we’ve curated a collection of siding profiles and colors that combine to emulate some of the most sought-after exterior styles.
Cottage Romance
Weaving a delicate palette of soft pastels and textures, the Cottage Romance portfolio welcomes you with warmth and comfort. CraneBoard in Wheat and CraneBoard Board & Batten in Driftwood, combined with white trim, green shutters, and a Tuscan-style stone, create a crisp, clean country house. Adorn a suburban home with the simplicity and style of this classic combination.
Coastal Inspiration
Charming and alluring, the Coastal Inspiration style comprises a portfolio of sea-inspired colors and textures that create the look and feel of waterfront living. Portsmouth Shake in Regatta and CraneBoard in Pearl and Pearl trim are reminiscent of ocean, sky, driftwood, and sand. Aged-looking stone, along with the rugged texture of Cedar Shake evoke images of ocean waves and weathered wood crashing upon the rocky shores.
Urban Fusion
Contemporary meets Craftsman with the Urban Fusion portfolio. Blending modern hues and profiles of Greystone and Driftwood CraneBoard with the rugged, natural textures of cedar shake, Urban Fusion combinations are ideal for classic urban designs such as Prairie and Modern Minimalism. Vertical lines of CraneBoard Board & Batten or crisp horizontals of CraneBoard 6 or 7 accentuate the abundant usage of windows, while the contrasting appearance of cedar shake and stone highlight classic Craftsman design elements such as low gables, broad overhanging eaves, and wainscoting.
Arts & Crafts
Inspired by the ingenuity and craftsmanship of turn-of-the-century America, the Arts & Crafts portfolio includes a harmonious blend of deep hues, straight lines, and rugged textures that reflect a return to nature and an appreciation of manmade designs. CraneBoard and Portsmouth Shake in earthen hues of Lighthouse Red and Cypress combine with an aged stone look to boost curb appeal.
French Country
Inspired by the romantic countryside of rural France, the French Country portfolio represents a casual elegance in a rustic package. An eclectic mixture of CraneBoard in Rye, CraneBoard Board & Batten in Cypress, Portsmouth Shake in Pearl, delicate Pearl trim, and aged stone creates a blend of old and new. Using multiple materials and colors helps emphasize design elements such as bump-outs and gables.
Creating Exterior Home Styles Is Simple
With Westlake Royal Building Products’ extensive collection of siding brands, materials, profiles, and colors, it’s easy to curate the perfect look for every home and every customer.
To discover more exterior home styles, visit our Inspiration Gallery and explore our online design tool.
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