Quick Answer
Magnolia exteriors need a color that works in pine shade and a paint film that resists mildew on the north wall. Soft sage, warm greige, and warm white are the 2026 picks. Budget a soft wash into the repaint. Most houses land somewhere in the $3,500–$12,000 range we see across Greater Houston, depending on stories and how much wood trim is soft. Call (346) 594-5960.
Magnolia is not Katy. Lots are larger, shade is heavier, and a lot of houses mix Hardie with wood fascia, porches, and outbuildings. The north wall mildews. The paint color did not cause that. Missed wash and missed mildewcide did.
Colors
| Setting | Body | Trim |
|---|---|---|
| Pine shade | Soft sage or a mid greige | Warm white |
| Open acreage | Warm greige or Alabaster-style white | Warm white |
| Wood porch and beams | Stain if the wood is sound | Paint only if it is already painted |
Dark colors under heavy shade hide mildew until it is a blanket. Mid-tones show it sooner, which is more honest.
Prep That Matters Here
Soft wash with a mildew treatment, dry time, then paint. Wood rot on porch ceilings and fascia gets repaired before coating. Painting over punky wood is a callback.
Cost
$1.50–$4 per sq ft on Hardie, more where wood repair is real. A one-story ranch around 2,500 sq ft often lands $4,000–$7,000. A two-story around 3,000 sq ft with a porch: $6,500–$10,500. See the exterior painting cost guide for other sizes.
Houston Superior Painting paints Magnolia exteriors, porches, and trim. Get a free estimate or call (346) 594-5960.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the north side of my Magnolia house turn green?
Shade plus humidity. Soft wash before every repaint, and a paint with mildew resistance. Color will not fix it.
Can you stain a Magnolia porch instead of painting it?
Yes, if the wood is sound. Paint is for wood that is already painted or for fiber cement.
Owner, Houston Superior Painting
Juan Serra founded Houston Superior Painting in 2019 and runs it from the company's Cypress headquarters, with five offices serving Greater Houston. He reviews the prep scope on every estimate.
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