Is Brown Really the Color of 2026? PLUS: Six Checks to Save Your Roof

In this episode of Home in Progress, host Dan Hansen explores the practical side of home ownership and the creative side of color. After a surprise discovery of a basement leak, Dan walks listeners through six simple but often overlooked maintenance checks that can prevent costly roof and water issues down the line.

Then, the conversation shifts to design—specifically Benjamin Moore’s newly announced 2026 Color of the Year, Silhouette. Dan unpacks the mixed reactions to this bold, moody brown and explains why it’s far from a dull choice. He discusses how browns are making a comeback as people move away from fleeting micro-trends and gravitate toward colors that feel grounded, warm, and enduring.

Finally, listeners get details on how to enter RepcoLite’s $250 gift card giveaway by joining the Color of the Year conversation online.

Episode Timeline

00:00 — Introduction and overview

00:16 — The debate over Benjamin Moore’s new Color of the Year

02:18 — A personal story: discovering a basement leak

04:47 — Six preventative maintenance tasks for a healthy home

10:33 — Roof inspection essentials

16:24 — When to call a professional

18:05 — Understanding the “Silhouette” reveal

20:13 — Why brown is timeless (and not boring)

22:56 — How deep colors create sophistication

25:53 — Escaping micro-trend fatigue

29:57 — Practical ways to use Silhouette in your home

34:16 — The 2026 Color Trends palette

36:44 — Contest details and closing thoughts