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DRAFT PROPOSED REVISIONS – OCTOBER 2011 The selection of a base color is also affected by considering how large a surface it is going to cover. A bright or loud color is difficult to harmonize with its neighbors as it screams for attention. This type of glaring obtrusion is not respective of its surroundings and creates a color rudeness. d. Surrounding Natural Color. Another guide to colors that go well with natural materials are the colors found in the landscape around West Orange. The dark green of forests, the gray brown of mountains, all relate well to bricks and masonry. Large areas are quickly made handsome by using these subdued and respectful natural shades of color. e. Deep and Pastel Colors. Strong deep color such as navy blue, dark green and chocolate brown can be used effectively on buildings. Their relation to the block should be carefully studied however to prevent them from creating a dark "hole" in the building plane. Pastel colors are used in more tropical areas because they tend to look weak in winter. Colors containing violet tinting quickly fade and chalk. They are not recommended because of their higher maintenance. f. Trim and Detailing. Wood and metal trim surrounding surfaces, doors and windows allow the use of a second color. The color used to border a wall surface can create different effects. This color can be on first and second floor cornices, window sashes and trim frames. A light to medium light color such as off-white creates a snappy, crisp, clean look. Dark brick-red, black and deep tones go well with red brick and natural stone to create a rich harmonious blend. Windows should be considered as black volumes. A light color will feature them; a dark color will subdue them. Light colors on window sashes reflect more light into an interior and require more cleaning. Window lintels, sills and sashes should be painted a different color than their wall surface. Contemporary aluminum door and window frames should seldom be left as unfinished silver aluminum color. Bronze or black anodized or painted finishes are recommended. g. Bright Color. Bright and glossy colors can be used as focal points such as a door, architectural and window pinstriping, and details, such as focal points of

nted finishes are recommended. g. Bright Color. Bright and glossy colors can be used as focal points such as a door, architectural and window pinstriping, and details, such as focal points of stamped steel facades. White is the brightest of all colors and should be used with careful consideration of its glare and effect on surrounding buildings. White always required high maintenance. Faddish color schemes such as psychedelic combinations of color and design are inappropriate to the Township's character and heritage. Respect of it with regard to color application will yield better, more honest solutions. People sense an artificial or misplaced decor. If it is necessary to reflect a business in exterior decor, it is best confined to signage. (Ord. No. 904-88 § 25-5.10O) 265-16.16 General Rules. Color selection should be respectful of its surroundings. Subdued colors work best as a base overall color. Brighter colors work best as focal points. Color should enhance the visual appeal of a building. It can affect the proportions and mood of a building greatly. Often the quickest way to a decision is to build a rough cardboard model of the building. Details are not necessary. General masses and amounts of paint should be proportionate. Windows should be represented as black volumes and can be cut out of black paper placed over the painted cardboard building front. Buying a pint or quart of test paint and trying it on the building is a next step. It is well to remember that small s ample chips look darker than when covering a wall. (Ord. No. 904-88 § 25-5.10P) 89