Dark painted homes

[coffeebean]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes. The reason I am finally posting about it is today I saw a home that most certainly looks to be painted black. Are these dark colors really approved by The Villages? They look so out of place, not only in The Villages, but in Florida.

[Bjeanj]

It’s all about two things:
1) deed restrictions for that area.
2) if against restrictions, has anyone reported it

If it’s not in your neighborhood, you don’t really have any business reporting it, IMO.

[pauld315]

They haven't been approved but nobody complains so it is what it is. Even if you complain, nothing will happen because the CDD supervisors just cave

[asianthree]

Chitty Chatty has homes in Navy Blue, Black, and Forest Green. Pastels in Florida are going by the wayside. Of course one can always paint their house the 50 shades of beige, that are found in older neighborhoods. Developers must have a variety of light beige, every 10 houses, darken the vat one shade then paint ten more houses

[Garywt]

The new section has a lot of darker colors that I just love. Obviously if the Villages paint them they are allowed. Since these new colors are allowed in the south then maybe they are on the list for everyone.

[Bjeanj]

The new section has a lot of darker colors that I just love. Obviously if the Villages paint them they are allowed. Since these new colors are allowed in the south then maybe they are on the list for everyone.
Not strictly true. You need to get approval from your district.

[Calisport]

I was just noticing that in the new areas today - Dark colored houses. In Florida that can't be good.

[Bonanza]

I was just noticing that in the new areas today - Dark colored houses. In Florida that can't be good.

Why can't it be good in Florida?
Three cheers for getting rid of the "cookie-cutter" look, and what a nice change!

Now when these homeowners come home after imbibing a little too much, they won't mistakenly go to the wrong house!

[MDLNB]

I needed to paint my home so I did a poll in the neighborhood to see what would be acceptable by my neighbors. I never realized that someone driving through the neighborhood would be offended by "our" color choice. Next time, I will have to do a nation wide poll to get a consensus. When I first started my poll, I had way too many folks that wished for me to paint my house hot pink, so I had to extend the cutoff date so I could get more votes. Apparently, my neighborhood is partial to violet. Now, I find it necessary to change my roofing color. Darn, trying to please everyone is getting so expensive. Wish the Villages would use a color palette to make this decision easier. Oh, wait..............

[BlueStarAirlines]

Why can't it be good in Florida?


Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs.

All State Insurance (https://www.allstate.com/tr/home-insurance/does-home-color-affect-temp.aspx)

[banjobob]

Satire

[banjobob]

Give these “new” decorator colors 10-15 years and see if they are still the”in” thing of maybe house painting could be an upcoming business in the south 44 areas.

[crash]

Give these “new” decorator colors 10-15 years and see if they are still the”in” thing of maybe house painting could be an upcoming business in the south 44 areas.

In 10-15 years you will need to repaint. So if they are not the thing you can repaint to what is if that is your thing c

[DisneyHawksMom]

So.. our house is not Black it is as dark gray as possible.. we wanted Black but it was not allowed. We back up to Meggison so we hear all of the comments.. makes us laugh. Its much easier to tell people that you are the dark gray house than the tan one.. we custom built the house, so everything is all approved.. Next time instead of gasping or making a comment.. say hello.. :)

[MandoMan]

I was just noticing that in the new areas today - Dark colored houses. In Florida that can't be good.

Some colors fade much faster than others. Some brands of paint flake and fade much faster than others. White galvanized steel on the roof reflects much more heat than do dark shingles. White galvanized steel can save a lot of money in cooling costs. Of course, it’s not allowed here.

“ A white, galvanized metal roof should save a customer who lives in an average-size 1,770 square foot home approximately $128 or 23 percent annually in cooling costs, compared with a dark gray shingle roof on the same home. For the same size home, white, S-shaped cement tile produces the second-best savings of $110 or 20 percent of annual cooling costs followed by white, flat cement calculated at $96 per year for a 17 percent savings compared to the dark gray shingles. White shingled roofs trim $24, or about four percent off the annual cooling bill, while terra cotta S-shaped cement tiles net a modest $15, or three percent compared to dark gray shingles.”
(Energy Study Helps Homeowners Keep Cooling Costs From Going Through The Roof (https://www.smithbuiltmetals.com/energy-study-helps-homeowners-keep-cooling-costs-from-going-through-the-roof))

[jimkerr]

There is a black house with red doors in St. Catherine. I think it looks good because it doesn’t look like every other house around here.

[ThirdOfFive]

Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs.

All State Insurance (https://www.allstate.com/tr/home-insurance/does-home-color-affect-temp.aspx)
I'd say you are right. Holds true for cars too. Example: the most popular car color in Florida is beige. Same is true for Kentucky, Alabama, Tennessee, etc. Arizonians favor white, as do North Carolina and Utah. Darker colors are more popular in the north and central states: Red for Iowa, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota and Missouri. Both North and South Dakota prefer red, to the extent that each of those states prefer it at a nearly 30% rate. Being from Minnesota I can tell you that a dark-colored car sitting outside in the winter during the day will have a higher internal temperature when hop in to start it; light-colored cars not so much--and in Minnesota that can be significant. Seems logical that the same thing holds true for houses.

Regarding odd-colored houses for the area, there is a farm in Minnesota that has every building on it painted pink. And not just pink but a bright, Pepto-Bismol pink. House, barn, outbuildings, even the doghouse. I had several clients who lived out that way so I'd pass it from time to time. On the far side of odd.

[Kenswing]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes. The reason I am finally posting about it is today I saw a home that most certainly looks to be painted black. Are these dark colors really approved by The Villages? They look so out of place, not only in The Villages, but in Florida.

Whew. Good to see you worrying about something other than Covid.

[merrymini]

It is my understanding that there is a color palette range for houses, which may be different for every district. Check your district. Your deed restrictions are there for a reason, if you do not like them, you can move outside the Villages where hot pink houses may be the norm.

[Dlbonivich]

I love it! They look great. To be honest if white galvanized roof only saves $128 I will keep my dark shingles. I like them.

[Get real]

So.. our house is not Black it is as dark gray as possible.. we wanted Black but it was not allowed. We back up to Meggison so we hear all of the comments.. makes us laugh. Its much easier to tell people that you are the dark gray house than the tan one.. we custom built the house, so everything is all approved.. Next time instead of gasping or making a comment.. say hello.. :)

:welcome: :BigApplause:

[DaleDivine]

So.. our house is not Black it is as dark gray as possible.. we wanted Black but it was not allowed. We back up to Meggison so we hear all of the comments.. makes us laugh. Its much easier to tell people that you are the dark gray house than the tan one.. we custom built the house, so everything is all approved.. Next time instead of gasping or making a comment.. say hello.. :)

Hello. Welcome to TV. Good first post.
:coolsmiley::coolsmiley:

[Captainpd]

Trying to post this without getting put in "jail". I can't imagine myself driving 10 miles and going into a village and be offended by house colors. No one asked me to come over and judge their neighborhood and then post my opinion. I personally wish I could change house colors every 10 years or so. JMHO

[Luggage]

I wonder how much a light colored asphalt roof would save compared to the dark ones we will have?

[Luggage]

If you don't like the colors you see while driving through the villages, keep your eyes closed. That's what I do when my wife drives the car!

[TedfromGA]

It is my understanding that there is a color palette range for houses, which may be different for every district. Check your district. Your deed restrictions are there for a reason, if you do not like them, you can move outside the Villages where hot pink houses may be the norm.

Yes each area has a set of color palettes. You can see the options by going to the Sumter landing offices. Any color outside the “approved” colors require special approval. The consequences of deviating without approval is a repaint —- so be forewarned.

[ctmurray]

There exists a color pallet used by the Villages. This is available from the VCDD Community Standards Department. Here is the application form to change, and some CDD's use the pallet where you and your contractor can pick from, others require to see the actual sample.

https://www.districtgov.org/departments/community-standards/images/ARC%20Application%20Steps.pdf

If you think a home is not in compliance you can call or email or mail Architectural Review Committee of Community Standards - (352) 751-3912. Their home page is at : Village Community Development Districts (https://www.districtgov.org/committees/arc.aspx). They could also show you the current pallet if you visit them at 984 Old Mill Run (Sumter Landing).

I have attended CDD meetings where they have required a home owner to change the color of their home or shingles. They did not cave as the other poster mentioned. So there is a risk if you choose to go off and pick non-approved colors.

We all agreed to these rules when we bought our homes. You signed a contract to follow the rules.

[b0bd0herty]

They haven't been approved but nobody complains so it is what it is. Even if you complain, nothing will happen because the CDD supervisors just cave

They do NOT need to be reported and they probably ARE in compliance as I see so many of these: black, dark purple, dark brown, in the southern villages that have been built and painted by the developer. So the color scheme was approved or it would not have been painted like that.

I do agree. They stick out like a sore thumb.

[Joe C.]

...... Personal preference is what it is.

[airstreamingypsy]

I'd say you are right. Holds true for cars too. Example: the most popular car color in Florida is beige.

Nope, the most popular car color in Florida is white.

[airstreamingypsy]

Just when I think there isn't a complaint that hasn't been made.......

[PurePeach]

Give these “new” decorator colors 10-15 years and see if they are still the”in” thing of maybe house painting could be an upcoming business in the south 44 areas.

Just wait and see how much they fade in 10-15 years!

[Judy Vons]

[QUOTE=Chase219;2069426]Why can people in the Villages Mind Their Own Business, Never Seen Such Bull **** In All My Life .Go Back To Where You Came From.[/QUOTE

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[MidWestIA]

I would want to have different looks & colors as long as they don't go to far - no polka dots or stripes. You sound like you want bland everything really? go to North Dallas.

Dallas housing editions have cloned houses and their hoas get on your case if you do something to not look like a clone. I wondered if anybody tried to get in the wrong house when they came home after drinking

92894

LOL go ahead pick mine out of the group

[mlmarr]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes. The reason I am finally posting about it is today I saw a home that most certainly looks to be painted black. Are these dark colors really approved by The Villages? They look so out of place, not only in The Villages, but in Florida.

I would guess not Vilages approved .. need the answer take a photo and take it to the housing approval department.. Good Luck

[Carla B]

I would want to have different looks & colors as long as they don't go to far - no polka dots or stripes. You sound like you want bland everything really? go to North Dallas.

Dallas housing editions have cloned houses and their hoas get on your case if you do something to not look like a clone. I wondered if anybody tried to get in the wrong house when they came home after drinking

92894

LOL go ahead pick mine out of the group

That is conformity to the point of inducing depression.

[fdpaq0580]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes.

"Sore thumbs"?? I prefer to think of a red rose in a field of yellow ones. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, after all.😀

[Spalumbos62]

Just when I think there isn't a complaint that hasn't been made.......

I know, if you don't like it, turn your head. Dark colors are very nice and have many nice accent colors to go along. They can be just beautiful...like an old victorian. But I certainly can not fathom a person being that insulted by a house color to take it to any commity or board meeting, or have any complaint at all. (I am not talking the person that might paint for instance a hot pink,etc just to get a rise...that's not the jest of this post)
A common color , in other areas, is a very dark warm blue, white shutters,yellow door...its quite attractive.....would that offend anyone?
Maybe if more people opened some paint pamphlets for ideas prior to choosing, our neighborhoods would look much nicer.

[JMintzer]

I would guess not Vilages approved .. need the answer take a photo and take it to the housing approval department.. Good Luck

And you would be wrong. They are NEW homes painted by the Developer...

[LianneMigiano]

Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs The darker colors, while welcome by many such as myself, will probably fade much faster in the sun too!

[jimjamuser]

It’s all about two things:
1) deed restrictions for that area.
2) if against restrictions, has anyone reported it

If it’s not in your neighborhood, you don’t really have any business reporting it, IMO.
Apparently, a lot of people slept through their physics class in high school. Light colors reflect HEAT. Dark colors absorb HEAT. On a hot summer day in Florida walk outside with a black tee-shirt on. Then try a white one. You will notice the extra heat in the black shirt. For some unknown reason (?), black has been popular fashion color for the last 15 years or so.
.......On a house, a dark or black house and roof especially would help heat the house in the winter. And a lighter color roof or house would be best in the summer to help cool the house. Since science has yet to invent paint or surfaces that change color, people have to choose a color and live with it. Also, trees planted on the southwest help cool a house and if the trees were deciduous, then the leaves would drop and let in the winter sun. That would be ideal. Why anyone in Florida would want a dark roof (and I see many) is something that I can't understand. I imagine it is bringing northern values of fashion down south with them. Most old-time Floridians drive white cars and wear white hats. I also imagine that the reason that many people have border-to-border grass around their house - they did it that way up north and old habits die slowly. It would look nicer to have accents around the yard of white chip stones and help with both heat and less grass to cut.

[Rodneysblue]

So what.

[Babubhat]

Conformity is why I came here.

[Bonanza]

Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs.

All State Insurance (https://www.allstate.com/tr/home-insurance/does-home-color-affect-temp.aspx)

That's why there is insulation in the walls. Adequate insulation solves that problem.
I doubt that you will notice much difference if any, no matter what color your house is painted.

[Bonanza]

The darker colors, while welcome by many such as myself, will probably fade much faster in the sun too!

The color will fade evenly so who cares?
You will never notice the difference!

[coffeebean]

It’s all about two things:
1) deed restrictions for that area.
2) if against restrictions, has anyone reported it

If it’s not in your neighborhood, you don’t really have any business reporting it, IMO.

These dark painted home may not be in my neighborhood, thank goodness, but I still see them as I drive by them on main roads when out and about. They make my eyes bleed. I have not reported anything and do not plan to.

[coffeebean]

Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs.

All State Insurance (https://www.allstate.com/tr/home-insurance/does-home-color-affect-temp.aspx)

That concept is a no brainer.......dark colors absorb heat and light colors reflect heat. This is why Florida home have been light colored for many many years.

[coffeebean]

So.. our house is not Black it is as dark gray as possible.. we wanted Black but it was not allowed. We back up to Meggison so we hear all of the comments.. makes us laugh. Its much easier to tell people that you are the dark gray house than the tan one.. we custom built the house, so everything is all approved.. Next time instead of gasping or making a comment.. say hello.. :)

That dark grey is so dark. How dark is it? It is so dark it looks black!!! This is regarding a home I have seen off of Odell Circle in the Mallory Square section.

[coffeebean]

Whew. Good to see you worrying about something other than Covid.

Covid is passé at this point in time. On to other more pressing subjects.

[coffeebean]

Why can people in the Villages Mind Their Own Business, Never Seen Such Bull **** In All My Life .Go Back To Where You Came From.
I'm not going anywhere. I like it here. I just do not like those really dark colored homes. They look very out of place here. I get it. Some people have expressed their approval of those dark colored homes. I'm here to express that I do not like them. I am entitled to my opinion, am I not?

[Aces4]

Covid is passé at this point in time. On to other more pressing subjects.

Yeah, let’s dwell on first world problems since there is nothing else to focus on right now.:ohdear:

[meme5x]

Ummm.. dark colors attract more heat for one and depending on the material can fade due to all the sun..good up north

[coffeebean]

There exists a color pallet used by the Villages. This is available from the VCDD Community Standards Department. Here is the application form to change, and some CDD's use the pallet where you and your contractor can pick from, others require to see the actual sample.

https://www.districtgov.org/departments/community-standards/images/ARC%20Application%20Steps.pdf

If you think a home is not in compliance you can call or email or mail Architectural Review Committee of Community Standards - (352) 751-3912. Their home page is at : Village Community Development Districts (https://www.districtgov.org/committees/arc.aspx). They could also show you the current pallet if you visit them at 984 Old Mill Run (Sumter Landing).

I have attended CDD meetings where they have required a home owner to change the color of their home or shingles. They did not cave as the other poster mentioned. So there is a risk if you choose to go off and pick non-approved colors.

We all agreed to these rules when we bought our homes. You signed a contract to follow the rules.

Thanks for the information. I'm not at the point of making a complaint. Just voicing an opinion and wondering why on earth folks would choose to paint their Florida home such a dark color when their house stands out like a sore thumb.

In fact, there are two homes on Odell Circle that have dark paint. One is a navy blue and the other is another dark blue but not quite as dark. One of those homes is painted the dark color on the sides, leaving the back a light color where the lanai is. To me, that looks perfectly awful. YIKES!!! The back of the home is visible from Odell Circle so that is how I see it. I reiterate......I do not plan on voicing a formal complaint. I just thank goodness these homes are not across the street from me.

[coffeebean]

[QUOTE=Chase219;2069426]Why can people in the Villages Mind Their Own Business, Never Seen Such Bull **** In All My Life .Go Back To Where You Came From.[/QUOTE

A comment is not to be directed towards another user directly.

No worries. I have a thick skin. I've dealt with worse. LOL.

[coffeebean]

I know, if you don't like it, turn your head. Dark colors are very nice and have many nice accent colors to go along. They can be just beautiful...like an old victorian. But I certainly can not fathom a person being that insulted by a house color to take it to any commity or board meeting, or have any complaint at all. (I am not talking the person that might paint for instance a hot pink,etc just to get a rise...that's not the jest of this post)
A common color , in other areas, is a very dark warm blue, white shutters,yellow door...its quite attractive.....would that offend anyone?
Maybe if more people opened some paint pamphlets for ideas prior to choosing, our neighborhoods would look much nicer.

I lived in New York and New Jersey so I am used to dark colored homes. They look beautiful in the north where there are plenty of other homes that are in the same color palate. I always loved the dark blue grey homes with white shutters. That to me is lovely in the north. Here in The Villages? Not so much.

[DisneyHawksMom]

That dark grey is so dark. How dark is it? It is so dark it looks black!!! This is regarding a home I have seen off of Odell Circle in the Mallory Square section.
The color that was approved was Subway-00..

[Remembergoldenrule]

I suggest you listen to this video

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiTkZUlpQQ

[coffeebean]

The color that was approved was Subway-00..

I stopped into The Villages office in Lake Sumter Landing about two years ago when I first saw a very dark colored painted home. I looked at the color choices that are allowed by The Villages. I know they are allowed. I just don't understand why anyone would want such a dark colored home in Florida when homes here have been pastel colored for decades.

Thank goodness the Pepto Bismol pink is not allowed here. That was a very popular color in Florida in the 50s. So glad we have moved on from that.

I do not profess to be a designer of any sort. I'm just voicing my opinion of what I find to be an objectionable color for homes here in The Villages. We are in the south where light colors are the dominant color for homes. Now, back up north is a whole other story.

[Vladimir]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes. The reason I am finally posting about it is today I saw a home that most certainly looks to be painted black. Are these dark colors really approved by The Villages? They look so out of place, not only in The Villages, but in Florida.

Yep I did notice and it takes the neighborhood down a notch or two in my opinion. There is a house on our block that was recently painted and it looks like an army barrack

[Remembergoldenrule]

You all need to watch. Your house your choice as long as approved by district not neighbors. ������

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiTkZUlpQQ

[coffeebean]

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[MDLNB]

Ok, so someone (several actually) mentioned how much money you waste in energy with dark homes. So what? Is it their money? Is it hurting them?
Someone said that a dark home makes their eyes bleed? Seriously? Come on, it's none of anyone else's business the color of your home. Maybe I don't like red cars. So what, it's none of my business what color car....or home you live in.
If it is not against any "rules" here in the villages, then you can cry your eyes out about how you don't like the color and it won't matter a lick.
Someone else said that there are more important things to worry about today. KUDOS, you are absolutely right and these petty folks that worry about the color of your home, probably worry about the color of your roses also, or what you dietary menu might be.
I personally like dark colored homes and like to see what kind of trim color they might choose. So many different combinations.

The Villages, old folks elephant graveyard. Where old folks go to wait out and complain about others until their demise.

I'd rather leave this life happy and care free than grumpy, angry, depressed and nasty. The Villages is supposed to the the place where folks live the life that they worked so hard all their life, dream of. When I die, I plan to have a smile on my face.

[coffeebean]

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[coffeebean]

I suggest you listen to this video

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uhiTkZUlpQQ

I watched the video, meant for children no doubt, from beginning to end. I came away with one thought........you want a home of your dreams? Do what ever you want to the inside of your home but stay in compliance with the exterior of your home. Paint the walls INSIDE with polka dots and stripes in colors that only you can appreciate but please leave the exterior of you home to maintain the look of a "neat street".

I do understand that these dark colors are allowed by The Villages so I have nothing to say about that. I do not have to like those dark colors and I do not like them. Just voicing my opinion.

[coffeebean]

Yeah, let’s dwell on first world problems since there is nothing else to focus on right now.:ohdear:

I need a break from the reality of the Ukraine invasion so I am focusing on lighter subjects and can keep my sanity.

[coffeebean]

Ok, so someone (several actually) mentioned how much money you waste in energy with dark homes. So what? Is it their money? Is it hurting them?
Someone said that a dark home makes their eyes bleed? Seriously? Come on, it's none of anyone else's business the color of your home. Maybe I don't like red cars. So what, it's none of my business what color car....or home you live in.
If it is not against any "rules" here in the villages, then you can cry your eyes out about how you don't like the color and it won't matter a lick.
Someone else said that there are more important things to worry about today. KUDOS, you are absolutely right and these petty folks that worry about the color of your home, probably worry about the color of your roses also, or what you dietary menu might be.
I personally like dark colored homes and like to see what kind of trim color they might choose. So many different combinations.

The Villages, old folks elephant graveyard. Where old folks go to wait out and complain about others until their demise.

I'd rather leave this life happy and care free than grumpy, angry, depressed and nasty. The Villages is supposed to the the place where folks live the life that they worked so hard all their life, dream of. When I die, I plan to have a smile on my face.

I won't be smiling if I have to look at what appears to be a black home across the street. That is for sure!!!!

[Garywt]

Not strictly true. You need to get approval from your district.

Correct but if the are on the list of available colors you should be good.

[Lyarham]

It’s all about two things:
1) deed restrictions for that area.
2) if against restrictions, has anyone reported it

If it’s not in your neighborhood, you don’t really have any business reporting it, IMO.

I mind my own business.

[twoplanekid]

My post from one year ago talking about colors, colors, colors down south in TV
https://www.talkofthevillages.com/forums/villages-florida-general-discussion-73/colors-colors-colors-316923/

[rustyp]

End of day take the battle to the ARC - they are the keepers of the pallet - period.

[frose]

this is what we are worried about .....house color?????

[Topspinmo]

Give these “new” decorator colors 10-15 years and see if they are still the”in” thing of maybe house painting could be an upcoming business in the south 44 areas.

IMO not going to anywhere close to 15 years. :)

[Lea N]

Just off the top of my head, the darker colors retain heat which will increase cooling costs.

All State Insurance (https://www.allstate.com/tr/home-insurance/does-home-color-affect-temp.aspx)

I was thinking the same thing. The houses will retain heat and if the power goes out in the heat of the summer for any reason it will heat up quickly.

[JMintzer]

These dark painted home may not be in my neighborhood, thank goodness, but I still see them as I drive by them on main roads when out and about. They make my eyes bleed. I have not reported anything and do not plan to.

Good thing, because it would be a waste of time. The DEVELOPER painted them that color...

[JMintzer]

I need a break from the reality of the Ukraine invasion so I am focusing on lighter subjects and can keep my sanity.

Don't you mean "darker (color)" subjects? :icon_wink:

[Bonanza]

I stopped into The Villages office in Lake Sumter Landing about two years ago when I first saw a very dark colored painted home. I looked at the color choices that are allowed by The Villages. I know they are allowed. I just don't understand why anyone would want such a dark colored home in Florida when homes here have been pastel colored for decades.

Thank goodness the Pepto Bismol pink is not allowed here. That was a very popular color in Florida in the 50s. So glad we have moved on from that.

I do not profess to be a designer of any sort. I'm just voicing my opinion of what I find to be an objectionable color for homes here in The Villages. We are in the south where light colors are the dominant color for homes. Now, back up north is a whole other story.

No, it appears you are not a designer of any sort. Seventy years later, the color to which you refer is still very much a popular color, much to your chagrin, I'm sure.

The color you erroneously refer to is probably Mizner pink which is prolific, mostly in Palm Beach County. It is hardly Pepto Bismol pink and in reality, is a soft shrimp-type color. That color is used in excellent taste as indicated by some very classy properties, i.e. The Boca Raton Hotel and Resort, Mar-a- Lago, Mizner Park, and many others including many local residences. The use of that color in southeast Florida is an indication of historic preservation, of which you probably aren't aware.

Today's trend in house colors is towards deeper, more intense colors, and not the boring white and beige colors. Browns, rusts, deeper blues, and greens are popular. So, get used to these types of colors. Like it or not, you will be seeing more of it.

[Worldseries27]

Mellencamp sang the praises for pink houses and he and his girlfriend dianne are authoritys on the subject. So in a small town enjoy it because it hurts so good.

[Malsua]

That concept is a no brainer.......dark colors absorb heat and light colors reflect heat. This is why Florida home have been light colored for many many years.

Dark colors also emit heat better. It's why engines are painted black, at least among those engines that are painted. Old cars used to have a lot of different color engines, they also used to overheat a lot. At some point in the early 80s the big three finally got a handle on engine overheating and one of those methods that helped was painting the engines black.

[Chase219]

People Need To Mind There Own Business

[twoplanekid]

Dark colors also emit heat better. It's why engines are painted black, at least among those engines that are painted. Old cars used to have a lot of different color engines, they also used to overheat a lot. At some point in the early 80s the big three finally got a handle on engine overheating and one of those methods that helped was painting the engines black.


The story goes that President Eisenhower enjoyed riding in all types of aircraft. However, the helicopters in use at that time were not air conditioned and flew at low altitudes were temperature is higher especially in the summer.

An effort was made to try to reduce the temperatures in the cabin. One mechanic suggested painting the top of the helicopter white to reflect the sun. After several tests, it really didn’t help but the President stated that he felt a little bit cooler when riding in the White Top.

So, to this day every Presidential helicopter has a white top. This is a true story!

[OhioBuckeye]

Well I would be surprised if TV would approve this. I think you almost have to get approval to do anything on your property other wise some people here live like homeless & would paint a home 4 or 5 different colors. So what you think is ugly might be beautiful to someone else. So I think you should address your question to TV.

[midiwiz]

I've noticed some homes have been painted very dark colors and they really stick out like sore thumbs in a community of light colored homes. The reason I am finally posting about it is today I saw a home that most certainly looks to be painted black. Are these dark colors really approved by The Villages? They look so out of place, not only in The Villages, but in Florida.

Yet another one that thinks houses in florida are painted always in pastels.... Smh....

[sallyg]

In the newer section there are many homes built by the developer that are sided in darker colors. I like the look, but I wonder about fading and heat retention. In any case, if the developer built it, it must be allowed.

[funnycarbob1]

It seems to be a south of 44 thing. Our friends just bought a Brown house.

[fdpaq0580]

People Need To Mind There Own Business

Why? It's so much more entertaining to mind other people's business. Just look. 6 pages of conversation, debate, complaints, comments, etc. And, yes, even your comment. Isn't this fun?? 😃😃😃

[JP]

I think a lot of the house colors south of 44 are really ugly but on the other hand the less ugly colors do make the neighborhoods less tan/beige and cookie cutter.

[jimjamuser]

Covid is passé at this point in time. On to other more pressing subjects.
Not in China. And that could affect America in many ways.

[patfla06]

People Need To Mind There Own Business

It is spelled their not there.

[coffeebean]

Good thing, because it would be a waste of time. The DEVELOPER painted them that color...

The homes I am referring to are located in Caroline and Mallory Square. I'm 100% confident those dark painted homes were not done by the developer.Those villages were built about 15 years ago.

[JMintzer]

Well I would be surprised if TV would approve this. I think you almost have to get approval to do anything on your property other wise some people here live like homeless & would paint a home 4 or 5 different colors. So what you think is ugly might be beautiful to someone else. So I think you should address your question to TV.

Have you traveled down south of 44?

The houses are a multitude of dark AND light colors. That dark slate blue is being used, as are darker greens and browns... All painted by the Developer...

[JMintzer]

Not in China. And that could affect America in many ways.

Wrong thread...

[coffeebean]

No, it appears you are not a designer of any sort. Seventy years later, the color to which you refer is still very much a popular color, much to your chagrin, I'm sure.

The color you erroneously refer to is probably Mizner pink which is prolific, mostly in Palm Beach County. It is hardly Pepto Bismol pink and in reality, is a soft shrimp-type color. That color is used in excellent taste as indicated by some very classy properties, i.e. The Boca Raton Hotel and Resort, Mar-a- Lago, Mizner Park, and many others including many local residences. The use of that color in southeast Florida is an indication of historic preservation, of which you probably aren't aware.

Today's trend in house colors is towards deeper, more intense colors, and not the boring white and beige colors. Browns, rusts, deeper blues, and greens are popular. So, get used to these types of colors. Like it or not, you will be seeing more of it.

No, it is Pepto Bismol pink I'm referring to. I lived in South Florida for 24 years beginning in the mid 70s and Pepto Bismol Pink was a popular color. This is the color I'm referring to.........

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[mpalazzola]

I wonder how much heat gain the dark color homes have? Maybe your color choice will cost you another $200 a year in AC cost?

[coffeebean]

Dark colors also emit heat better. It's why engines are painted black, at least among those engines that are painted. Old cars used to have a lot of different color engines, they also used to overheat a lot. At some point in the early 80s the big three finally got a handle on engine overheating and one of those methods that helped was painting the engines black.

Interesting. Thanks for the information but I don't know if that holds true for a home painted in a very dark color.

[coffeebean]

People Need To Mind There Own Business

This would be an appropriate comment if someone was planning on making an official complaint about an individual's selection of a home paint color. If there is no intention of making a report, why can't this subject be discussed on this forum? This forum is filled with lots and lots of opinions about all sorts of different subjects.

As I said in my OP, I have noticed a few dark painted homes in my area with the first two homes a couple of years ago. The colors range from Navy blue to super dark brown and dark green. When I spotted the home painted with what appears to be so dark it looks black, off of Odell Circle, I decided to post about it. I didn't think The Villages would allow such a color. Just wanting some feedback from folks about this to see if others feel as I do.

Minding my own business does not apply here.

[coffeebean]

The story goes that President Eisenhower enjoyed riding in all types of aircraft. However, the helicopters in use at that time were not air conditioned and flew at low altitudes were temperature is higher especially in the summer.

An effort was made to try to reduce the temperatures in the cabin. One mechanic suggested painting the top of the helicopter white to reflect the sun. After several tests, it really didn’t help but the President stated that he felt a little bit cooler when riding in the White Top.

So, to this day every Presidential helicopter has a white top. This is a true story!

Another interesting tid bit. I just love this forum. I learn something every day.

[JMintzer]

No, it is Pepto Bismol pink I'm referring to. I lived in South Florida for 24 years beginning in the mid 70s and Pepto Bismol Pink was a popular color. This is the color I'm referring to.........

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You're saying that was "popular"in the 70's???

I seem to remember some other things that were popular in the 70's that caused hallucinations...

"I see colors..." :1rotfl::1rotfl::1rotfl:

Google "Pink Florida Homes"... You'll see the vast majority are the softer "Shell Pink" that Leo Fender made popular...

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0343/4368/2183/products/fender-electric-guitars-solid-body-fender-player-stratocaster-shell-pink-w-3-ply-mint-pickguard-0140215556-17220744315015_2000x.jpg

[coffeebean]

Yet another one that thinks houses in florida are painted always in pastels.... Smh....

I've lived in Florida a good many years; 24 in south Florida and another 6 years full time in The Villages. I've never seen any dark paint colored home until that last couple of years here in The Villages. I guess times are a changin' but I surely don't have to like it.

[worahm]

"Beauty is in the eye of the beholder." That is to say, the perception of beauty is subjective - what one person finds beautiful another may not. The origin of the phrase "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" first appeared in the 3rd century BC in Greek.

[jebartle]

Ok, so someone (several actually) mentioned how much money you waste in energy with dark homes. So what? Is it their money? Is it hurting them?
Someone said that a dark home makes their eyes bleed? Seriously? Come on, it's none of anyone else's business the color of your home. Maybe I don't like red cars. So what, it's none of my business what color car....or home you live in.
If it is not against any "rules" here in the villages, then you can cry your eyes out about how you don't like the color and it won't matter a lick.
Someone else said that there are more important things to worry about today. KUDOS, you are absolutely right and these petty folks that worry about the color of your home, probably worry about the color of your roses also, or what you dietary menu might be.
I personally like dark colored homes and like to see what kind of trim color they might choose. So many different combinations.

The Villages, old folks elephant graveyard. Where old folks go to wait out and complain about others until their demise.

I'd rather leave this life happy and care free than grumpy, angry, depressed and nasty. The Villages is supposed to the the place where folks live the life that they worked so hard all their life, dream of. When I die, I plan to have a smile on my face.

A friend's dying request, face down, so everyone can kiss his "you know what"

[jimjamuser]

Yeah, let’s dwell on first world problems since there is nothing else to focus on right now.:ohdear:
Just be glad that those dark houses are not dark because of radiation fallout soot.

[jimjamuser]

I lived in New York and New Jersey so I am used to dark colored homes. They look beautiful in the north where there are plenty of other homes that are in the same color palate. I always loved the dark blue grey homes with white shutters. That to me is lovely in the north. Here in The Villages? Not so much.
People tend to bring their likes and taste with them from "up north". Old habits die slowly. And the higher air conditioning bill for dark houses and roofs may eventually convenience people that they are NO LONGER up north. If people are complaining about this wait until gas prices go up and the professional lawn mowing people begin passing the cost of their gas-guzzling noise machines onto Villagers. And the price of everything in the stores goes up! And if or when we have an area-wide loss of electricity due to offshore hackers. There may be a lot to complain about in the near future.

[jimjamuser]

People tend to bring their likes and taste with them from "up north". Old habits die slowly. And the higher air conditioning bill for dark houses and roofs may eventually convenience people that they are NO LONGER up north. If people are complaining about this wait until gas prices go up and the professional lawn mowing people begin passing the cost of their gas-guzzling noise machines onto Villagers. And the price of everything in the stores goes up! And if or when we have an area-wide loss of electricity due to offshore hackers. There may be a lot to complain about in the near future.

[jimjamuser]

I stopped into The Villages office in Lake Sumter Landing about two years ago when I first saw a very dark colored painted home. I looked at the color choices that are allowed by The Villages. I know they are allowed. I just don't understand why anyone would want such a dark colored home in Florida when homes here have been pastel colored for decades.

Thank goodness the Pepto Bismol pink is not allowed here. That was a very popular color in Florida in the 50s. So glad we have moved on from that.

I do not profess to be a designer of any sort. I'm just voicing my opinion of what I find to be an objectionable color for homes here in The Villages. We are in the south where light colors are the dominant color for homes. Now, back up north is a whole other story.
The colors that are popular and fashionable may not be in the future. Pink was considered a "way-cool" color in the 1950s - for clothes, pink Cadillacs, and other items. It could return that way in 20 years and maybe MOST homes in Florida will be pink then.

[jimjamuser]

this is what we are worried about .....house color?????
We are reduced to this because real important subjects are frowned upon.

[jimjamuser]

No, it appears you are not a designer of any sort. Seventy years later, the color to which you refer is still very much a popular color, much to your chagrin, I'm sure.

The color you erroneously refer to is probably Mizner pink which is prolific, mostly in Palm Beach County. It is hardly Pepto Bismol pink and in reality, is a soft shrimp-type color. That color is used in excellent taste as indicated by some very classy properties, i.e. The Boca Raton Hotel and Resort, Mar-a- Lago, Mizner Park, and many others including many local residences. The use of that color in southeast Florida is an indication of historic preservation, of which you probably aren't aware.

Today's trend in house colors is towards deeper, more intense colors, and not the boring white and beige colors. Browns, rusts, deeper blues, and greens are popular. So, get used to these types of colors. Like it or not, you will be seeing more of it.
80% of the people wear BLACK clothes about 80% of the time. This has been going on for about 15 years since the "grunge" movement began in Seattle, I believe. And it has spread like a disease to homes in Florida. Funny how young people start trends and oldtimers follow them like sad puppies.

[Bonanza]

No, it is Pepto Bismol pink I'm referring to. I lived in South Florida for 24 years beginning in the mid 70s and Pepto Bismol Pink was a popular color. This is the color I'm referring to.........

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Well, what else would you expect?
That's in Texas, not Florida!!!!!
barf

[JMintzer]

80% of the people wear BLACK clothes about 80% of the time. This has been going on for about 15 years since the "grunge" movement began in Seattle, I believe. And it has spread like a disease to homes in Florida. Funny how young people start trends and oldtimers follow them like sad puppies.

Grunge began 30-35 yers ago and was defined by worn jeans an plaid flannel shirts...

Think "Pearl Jam" and "Nirvana"...

https://www.fashionbeans.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/grunge-img-1.jpg

You're probably thinking of "Goth"

[JMintzer]

People tend to bring their likes and taste with them from "up north". Old habits die slowly. And the higher air conditioning bill for dark houses and roofs may eventually convenience people that they are NO LONGER up north. If people are complaining about this wait until gas prices go up and the professional lawn mowing people begin passing the cost of their gas-guzzling noise machines onto Villagers. And the price of everything in the stores goes up! And if or when we have an area-wide loss of electricity due to offshore hackers. There may be a lot to complain about in the near future.

You just can't help yourself... :ohdear:

[OhioBuckeye]

OK, then I guess TV do allow you to paint your house anyway you want. I know you mentioned RR 44 but 44 only goes through a small part of TV, around Brownwood. Can’t argue with you but I’m thinking the part of 44 you’re talking about isn’t in TV. Maybe I’m wrong! Have a great day.

[coffeebean]

Well, what else would you expect?
That's in Texas, not Florida!!!!!
barf

I lived in South Florida as I stated earlier. I saw homes in that Pepto Bismol color in South Florida. I never liked that pink on a home and could never understand the love people had for it.

[Bjeanj]

Just be glad that those dark houses are not dark because of radiation fallout soot.

That sounds weirdly pessimistic/dystopian… are you ok?

[JMintzer]

OK, then I guess TV do allow you to paint your house anyway you want. I know you mentioned RR 44 but 44 only goes through a small part of TV, around Brownwood. Can’t argue with you but I’m thinking the part of 44 you’re talking about isn’t in TV. Maybe I’m wrong! Have a great day.

Don't know to whom you're responding, but no, you can't just "paint your house anyway you want". You nee approval for the color from the ARC...

As to your 44 point? No idea...

[blueash]

I'd love to see a street where the deed requirement bright pastel colors. It could look like the street in Curacao or that other place in the photo below.

Not random homes here and there, perhaps, but a street of happy colors.

[MDLNB]

Conformity is why I came here.


Conformity had nothing to do with my moving here. I moved here so that my wife could have a social life and not find herself sitting on the porch watching everyone go off to work or school every morning. I moved here because there is always someone home in the neighborhood to act as a form of security, lend assistance when someone needs it and just there to make the neighborhood seem alive.



Personally, I don't care what color your home is, or what you plant in your yard. I do not care if you drive a truck, a sports car or a motorcycle. Lawn mowing does not bother me. If you wish to smoke a cigar on your lanai, go for it because it doesn't bother me a bit. Smoke some Mary Jane if you wish, because a mellow neighbor is a peaceful neighbor.



We are on the downside of our expiration date with life and if you(all in general) can't enjoy it and leave others to enjoy how they wish to finish theirs, then you(not anyone in particular) are being pretty selfish. Try being a good neighbor and lend a hand when you can. Not only does it make them feel good, but it is also rewarding to your own disposition.



I've always kinda wanted a dark colored home and if I did purchase one, worrying about my power bill would not be much of a consideration. Worrying about having to repaint it in 10 or 15 years would be left to those that wish to be critical, not me. Stucco homes need to be painted every few years too. Try going fifteen years without patching cracks and painting a stucco house.



No matter what one does, there will always be someone that will disparage his/her choice.....in this free country.



This is me ENJOYING life. Even the rain every few minutes today. Because right after each rain, it's been bursting with sunshine and the contrast is amazing. :coolsmiley:

[Sportsguy1]

Conformity had nothing to do with my moving here. I moved here so that my wife could have a social life and not find herself sitting on the porch watching everyone go off to work or school every morning. I moved here because there is always someone home in the neighborhood to act as a form of security, lend assistance when someone needs it and just there to make the neighborhood seem alive.



Personally, I don't care what color your home is, or what you plant in your yard. I do not care if you drive a truck, a sports car or a motorcycle. Lawn mowing does not bother me. If you wish to smoke a cigar on your lanai, go for it because it doesn't bother me a bit. Smoke some Mary Jane if you wish, because a mellow neighbor is a peaceful neighbor.



We are on the downside of our expiration date with life and if you(all in general) can't enjoy it and leave others to enjoy how they wish to finish theirs, then you(not anyone in particular) are being pretty selfish. Try being a good neighbor and lend a hand when you can. Not only does it make them feel good, but it is also rewarding to your own disposition.



I've always kinda wanted a dark colored home and if I did purchase one, worrying about my power bill would not be much of a consideration. Worrying about having to repaint it in 10 or 15 years would be left to those that wish to be critical, not me. Stucco homes need to be painted every few years too. Try going fifteen years without patching cracks and painting a stucco house.



No matter what one does, there will always be someone that will disparage his/her choice.....in this free country.



This is me ENJOYING life. Even the rain every few minutes today. Because right after each rain, it's been bursting with sunshine and the contrast is amazing. :coolsmiley:
Wow….someone with some common sense and a kind and loving heart and also a great attitude on how we should live our lives in our ‘golden’ years! Thank you for being so reasonable! I love this post!! 😀

[Sportsguy1]

Conformity had nothing to do with my moving here. I moved here so that my wife could have a social life and not find herself sitting on the porch watching everyone go off to work or school every morning. I moved here because there is always someone home in the neighborhood to act as a form of security, lend assistance when someone needs it and just there to make the neighborhood seem alive.



Personally, I don't care what color your home is, or what you plant in your yard. I do not care if you drive a truck, a sports car or a motorcycle. Lawn mowing does not bother me. If you wish to smoke a cigar on your lanai, go for it because it doesn't bother me a bit. Smoke some Mary Jane if you wish, because a mellow neighbor is a peaceful neighbor.



We are on the downside of our expiration date with life and if you(all in general) can't enjoy it and leave others to enjoy how they wish to finish theirs, then you(not anyone in particular) are being pretty selfish. Try being a good neighbor and lend a hand when you can. Not only does it make them feel good, but it is also rewarding to your own disposition.



I've always kinda wanted a dark colored home and if I did purchase one, worrying about my power bill would not be much of a consideration. Worrying about having to repaint it in 10 or 15 years would be left to those that wish to be critical, not me. Stucco homes need to be painted every few years too. Try going fifteen years without patching cracks and painting a stucco house.



No matter what one does, there will always be someone that will disparage his/her choice.....in this free country.



This is me ENJOYING life. Even the rain every few minutes today. Because right after each rain, it's been bursting with sunshine and the contrast is amazing. :coolsmiley:
Love this post! Someone using some common sense and having a great outlook on how to live your ‘retirement’ part of your life!! Thank you!! (Owner of a non-light colored painted house and our house looks awesome!) #BeWell

[Byte1]

Just wait and see how much they fade in 10-15 years!

"10-15 years" is wishful thinking for some of the folks in the Villages. Stucco homes need to be maintained more often than that.

[pabotticelli]

Very entertaining! Thanks for the laugh.