Black windows are replacement windows with frames finished in black — on the exterior, interior, or both — for a bold, architectural look. They’re incredibly popular here in New England!
Black windows are replacement windows with frames finished in black — on the exterior, interior, or both — for a bold, architectural look. They’re incredibly popular here in New England!
Black is the most popular window frame color today, cited by 71% of industry professionals. This clean, high-contrast style works across home types, from modern new builds to traditional New England colonials.
What Homeowners in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine Should Know
- Frame color: Black window frames feature a dark finish on the exterior, interior, or both sides. Dual-color frames — black outside, white inside — are an emerging option, cited by 17% of window professionals.
- Top trend confirmed: Dark color frames and trims are a popular trend among homeowners, confirmed by 50% of industry professionals in a 2026 survey.
- Style range: Black windows come in double-hung, casement, picture, and other popular styles. Double-hung remains the most requested type, cited by 35% of professionals surveyed.
- Aesthetic appeal: Aesthetics rank third among homeowner priorities, rated important or very important by 91% of contractors and industry specialists. Black frames deliver dramatic curb appeal without changing your home’s footprint.
- Customization value: Customization options — including frame color — matter to 73% of windows and doors professionals. Black is one of many frame colors available at Coastal Windows & Exteriors!
- Investment context: The average cost of window replacement in the US is $21,922, with a return on investment of 76%. Frame color does not typically change the base price of a window.
Choosing the Right Frame Color
| Frame Color | Style Fit | Popularity | Best For |
| Black | Modern, farmhouse, colonial | #1 — cited by 71% | Bold curb appeal, architectural contrast |
| White | Traditional, coastal | Cited by 54% | Classic look, interior brightness |
| Bronze / Metallic | Transitional, craftsman | Cited by 38% | Warm, sophisticated finish |
| Anthracite / Charcoal | Contemporary | Cited by 21% | Softer dark alternative to black |
| Wood-grain finish | Traditional, historic | Cited by 25% | Warmth without paint maintenance |
Top recommendation: Black frames for homeowners who want high visual impact and lasting curb appeal — book a free estimate to see samples on your home.
Best for a softer look: Anthracite gray or charcoal frames offer a dark, sophisticated finish without the full contrast of black.
Great for classic homes: White remains a trusted choice, preferred by more than half of industry professionals for traditional and coastal New England styles.
Ready to see what black windows look like on your home? Coastal Windows & Exteriors is the #1 woman-owned exterior remodeling contractor in New England (Qualified Remodeler, HIP 200 List) with 7,000+ installations across MA, NH, and ME. We bring samples right to your door.
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Last Updated: May 2026
Sources:
- Black is the most popular window frame color, cited by 71% of industry professionals. Fixr Windows and Doors Industry Report Fixr’s industry survey covering frame color trends and homeowner preferences. (2026)
- Dark color frames and trims are a popular trend, confirmed by 50% of industry professionals. Fixr Windows and Doors Industry Report Fixr’s industry survey on window design and color trends. (2026)
- Dual-color frames are an emerging trend according to 17% of professionals surveyed. Fixr Windows and Doors Industry Report Fixr’s industry survey on frame style trends. (2026)
- Double-hung windows remain the most requested type, cited by 35% of professionals. Fixr Windows and Doors Industry Report Fixr’s industry survey on window style preferences. (2026)
- Aesthetics ranks third in homeowner priorities, cited by 91% of contractors and industry specialists. Fixr Windows and Doors Industry Report Fixr’s industry survey on homeowner purchasing priorities. (2026)
- The average cost of window replacement in the US is $21,922, with an ROI of 76%. Remodeling Magazine (JLC Online) New England Cost vs. Value Report Regional cost data for window replacement in New England. (2026)
