Dark. Light colors make a house appear larger and more inviting, and when painted on a house that is set back from the curb, they may draw attention to the structure. Dark hues, on the other hand, make a house appear more solid, and when used on the lowest half of a structure, they represent stability and permanence. Light colors are ideal for making a home look new again after it has been remodeled or updated, while dark colors provide continuity with the house's previous appearance. If you are selling a house, then painting it increases its value. Therefore, if you can afford it, go ahead and paint the house before putting it up for sale. If you can't afford to paint the house, then don't worry about it. Just make sure your agent knows this fact so they don't show any potential buyers. The same thing applies if you are buying a house. If possible, try to find one in good condition so you don't have work to do afterward. If not, then by all means paint it before you move in. Again, if you can't afford to paint it, then this isn't the time to say "never mind" about getting it painted later. There are several ways to make a house look bigger from the outside including changing the color scheme, adding windows, and landscaping. The best way to make a house look bigger is through design.