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Old 02-25-2023, 09:13 AM
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Originally Posted by adeintl View Post
We just selected a lot and are having a new home built in Newell, near the Franklin Rec Center. Meeting with the design team next week. I would like to hear from folks that have gone thru this experience. Seeking any words of wisdom or advice regarding this process.

Also, considering the color of the exterior, I was thinking of a light off white/beige but according to our designer gray is the most popular. Are darker colors less likely to show mold?

Any suggestions would be helpful.

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Although there is no longer a true customizable option, I did hear that if there is an existing plan they have on file that has been customized, they may build that for you. That would be the closest I think you can get to a truly customized plan, but then again, it would be someone else’s customized home. I worked on ours for over a year to customize. No way I could’ve made choices in one week!
As for exterior colors, I would recommend a light color. There is a lot of thermal mass if you are talking concrete. That will hold heat or cold longer than siding. Talk to Florida paints and get a good idea how hot, say a navy, exterior paint can be. Good luck!