Renovating your home’s exterior design is one way to improve its curb appeal while adding elegance and even upscaling its value. To help you out, here are 17 board and batten vinyl siding ideas that can make your home look modern, rustic, and sophisticated. 


1. Classic White Board and Batten Siding

Choosing white siding is always a great idea if you love the minimalist yet classic home exterior. The white-colored siding makes your home’s curb appeal look clean and well-maintained. Additionally, your house will certainly stand out in your neighborhood with its simple yet edgy look. 

White vinyl siding goes perfectly well with any-colored roof, and you can also pair it with vibrant-colored exterior decors to accentuate your house, making it look happier and unique. 


2. White Board and Batten Siding with Brick Wall Accent

Whiteboard and batten vinyl siding go perfectly well with bricked-wall accents to make your home’s exterior look more homey and rustic. If you want your home to look edgy and at the same time exude warm vibes, this design idea should be on the top of your list. 

The white sidings complement the black and gray bricks, making them stand out from the overall design of your home.


3. Brown Vinyl Siding with Wooden Brick Accent

Residing in the neighborhood near the forests or below the mountains is a great way to elevate your home’s exterior design, adding wooden tones and different brown shades. This design exudes a warm feel, making your house look homier and welcoming to your neighbors. 

The bricks in varying shades of brown certainly complement the beige or cream board and batten siding, accentuating them to make your home look extra while still maintaining a simple design. 


4. White Horizontal and Vertical Board and Batten Vinyl Siding 

If you are a fan of farmhouses for their homey vibes, the white horizontal and vertical vinyl siding combination is a design that you should check out. The plain white color makes your home look clean and classic.

White horizontal and vertical board and batten vinyl siding may not normally stand out in a neighborhood, but it’s a unique exterior look that not everyone chooses. With this, you’re guaranteed that your home has a unique and special design that will catch your neighbor’s attention.


5. Earth-Toned Board and Batten Vinyl Siding 

You can never go wrong with neutral colors. This earth-toned board and batten vinyl siding idea uses a combination of neutrals to make your home’s exterior look minimalist and sophisticated. These colors also go perfectly well with dark-colored roofs, ensuring that each component of your home is intricately designed without overshadowing the other parts. 

The earth-toned vinyl siding idea also slightly resembles the appearance of Japanese houses and makes it a perfect look when you live in a quiet neighborhood in a suburban community. 


6. Neutral Two-Toned Classic Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

If you enjoy mixing and matching different colors for your home’s curb appeal, this neutral two-toned classic board and batten vinyl siding is an idea you should not miss. Pick two colors that give off the same vibes, and your house will certainly look unique yet stylish. 

Finish the design with a black or gray-colored roof, and your home will stand out, having the unique combination of colors and textures. 


7. Farmhouse-Inspired Brown Board and Batten Vinyl Siding 

If your house resides among farms and ranches, your home will certainly blend with this farmhouse-inspired brown board and batten vinyl siding idea. The light brown shade on the vinyl siding complements the rustic brown bricks and goes perfectly well with the light brown roofs (see our brown roofing ideas). 

To top it off, the wooden arc on the home’s entrance completes the farmhouse look.


8. Brown Horizontal and Vertical Board and Batten Siding Combination

The combination of brown vertical and horizontal vinyl siding creates a rustic appearance that exudes warmth and elegance. Its dark brown details certainly complement the lighter shade of brown in the vinyl sidings, making your home look edgier. To complete that edgy look, paint your doors and entrances with darker brown to accentuate the vinyl sidings. 

Choose the lightest shade of brown possible for the roofs to avoid overshadowing your perfectly accessed walls. 


9. Cream Horizontal and Vertical Board and Batten Vinyl Siding on Concrete

If you are looking for the best design for your beach house, go for cream-colored board and batten sidings. The color is subtle enough while still giving off a minimalist and beach vibe. Complement this light color with darker brown roofs, making your home look rustic too. 

Add style to the curb appeal of your beach house by providing darker details that outline your windows and doors. 


10. Multicolored Horizontal and Vertical Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

If you are a fan of colors, it’s never wrong to want to show it off in your home’s exterior look. The multi-colored board and batten vinyl siding choose different colors with the same personalities, preventing each shade from overshadowing another. Combining horizontal and vertical sidings creates different textures on your home, making it unique and stylish. 

Choose a neutral dark color for the roof, and outline your windows with a white detail to complement the gray-colored bricks. 


11. Chapel-Inspired Sage Green Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

It’s fun to experiment with colors aside from the neutral shades we are used to. If you love pastel, sage green-colored board, and batten sidings, look pretty and stylish with your home’s exterior. Complement the sage green color with rustic brown bricks to create that homey and warm vibe. 

Create curves on the outlines of your windows to decrease the edginess of your home. Top off your curb appeal with sharp white outlines of your roofs to add more accent without overshadowing the vinyl siding. 


12. Minimalist White Board and Batten Siding with Brown Accent

You can never go wrong with the white and brown combination. Create a minimalist yet clean look with white-colored board and batten vinyl siding, and make it extra by going with brown accents on your windows and your front door. 

This color combination works best with an overall black-colored roof, exuding an edgy look without being too much. 


13. Sleek Black Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

The perfect minimalist yet elegant design is choosing an all-black board and batten vinyl siding. It’s the perfect design when you want to create a mysterious vibe while keeping your house look sleek and sophisticated. 

Thick board and batten siding go perfectly well with the color black. To top it off, add white details outlining your roofs, windows, and doors to make the overall look less gothic and smooth. 


14. Burgundy Vertical Board and Batten Siding

If you love a pop of colors, it’s not wrong to experiment with board and batten vinyl siding. The color burgundy exudes elegant vibes and goes well with any neutral color, especially white. When you choose this design, don’t forget to outline the other components of your home with white to create more patterns and make your home’s exterior look more interesting. 


15. Earth Tone Thick Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

The earth tone thick board and batten vinyl siding complete that look if you love Japanese homes. Outline your windows, roofs, and doors with a darker shade or a heavier color to create an edgier texture and make your home stand out. 

Thick board and batten siding resemble traditional Japanese houses, ideal for simple neighborhoods in the city. 


16. Off White Vertical Board and Batten Vinyl Siding

If you love white but don’t want your home to look perfectly clean, go with an off-white vertical board and batten vinyl siding. This unique and stylish color still goes well with an overall dark-colored roof and rustic brown front doors. 

Complement the off-white color with gray bricks and outlined windows, giving off a more homey vibe. 


17. Multi-green Vertical and Horizontal Board and Batten Siding

If you want your houses to blend with the trees, choose different shades of green for your home’s exterior decor. Match your darker green siding with bright green and white accents to outline your windows and doors. 

Complement the greens with a gray or black-colored roof, creating more texture to your home’s curb appeal. 

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Matt Greenfield is an experienced writer specializing in home improvement topics. He has a passion for educating and empowering homeowners to make informed decisions about their properties. Matt's writing focuses on a range of topics, including windows, flooring, HVAC, and construction materials. With a background in construction and home renovation, Matt is well-versed in the latest trends and techniques in the industry. His articles offer practical advice and expert insights that help readers tackle their home improvement projects with confidence. Whether you're a DIY enthusiast or a seasoned professional, Matt's writing is sure to provide valuable guidance and inspiration.

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