This small change can make a world of difference.
One of the best ways to make your home more unique is by painting your front door. It may seem like a small detail, but a brightly colored door anchoring a house's exterior is extremely eye-catching. We're not saying you should paint it a neon pink or lime green (unless you want to!), but there are plenty of front door color ideas that'll boost your curb appeal and fit better with your aesthetic.
For those with small yards without much room to play with the landscaping, the front door might be the only way to add character to the exterior. According to trend reports, many experts say that richer tones (think ophisticated reds, earthy hues, and wood finishes) are on the rise. If you don't want to go the trend-driven route, many designers recommend opting for a color that's elevated and reflects your personality, as long as it actually looks good with the rest of your home.
That said, there are a couple of shades that will actually decrease your resale value, like white or neon. Remember, your front door also serves as the first impression of your home for guests, so consider choosing a shade that subtly hints at the color scheme of your interior.
Whatever front door colors you consider, know that this weekend project will totally be worth it when it comes to refreshing your home. Keep reading to find 61 front door colors that designers have actually chosen for their projects, and let them inspire you.
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Her client's desire for a red front door and predilection for Ralph Lauren-inspired decor were enough to make designer Amanda Greaves coat the barn door in Heritage Red by Benjamin Moore. However, along with architect John Mitchell Fuller, the designer opted for a striking black door as the actual entrance for practical reasons. This choice not only complemented the home’s aesthetic but also ensured the vibrant red barn door remained the star of the design.
This stony blue door is a soft welcome into designer Elizabeth Pash's vacation home, and hints of the tone can be found throughout the interior. The shade, Hamilton Blue by Benjamin Moore, is so beautiful against the stark white wavy siding.
If you want an earthy tone for your front door color but don't want it to come across too dark, try a subdued green. Designer Kate Marker chose the gray-green shade seen here, giving the exterior a bit of color outside the natural wood tone and bringing in the greens of nature.
When the exterior brick is this beautiful, it only makes sense to choose a front door color that won't subtract from the stunning façade. Designer Tanya Smith-Shiflett removed the original front door that was made from solid wood and flanked with sidelights, replacing it with custom French doors in a rich, warm brown tone that let in so much natural light. The arched glass at the top is repeated throughout the house, hinting at what you'll find once you step over the threshold.
Next Wave alum Emilie Munroe of Studio Munroe chose to refresh the outside of this historical San Francisco townhome by painting the front door a deep shade of green that almost looks black. The shade perfectly complements the home's interior character.
When the front of your home boasts stunning landscaping, impressive architecture, or both, it's natural to want the front door color to complement rather than detract from the overall beauty—even if very little color is used! For this home, designer Phoebe Howard selected a glass door with white trim that seamlessly matches the home's aesthetic. Its thoughtful design not only blends harmoniously with the architecture but also enhances its visual appeal.
Some of our favorite design choices for exteriors are inspired by the surrounding area. For instance, this moody teal front door works so well on the outside of this beach bungalow. The team at Brooklyn Home Company also painted the trim around the house in the same hue, giving the entire home a more charming feel.
Make a dramatic statement with a matte black front door, like on the exterior of this house designed by Madeline Stuart. The designer’s goal was to create a cohesive environment, meaning the door leading inside this Spanish Revival house had to hint at what was inside.
The front door to this Houston house stands out by itself since it’s smack in the center of the stunning turret, but the light green hue Minnette Jackson chose for the color really makes it shine. It complements the deep greenery around the entrance and doesn’t stick out too much against the white brick.
It’s not common to see front doors painted the same color as the rest of the home, but the look truly works with this Colonial. If designer Brittany Bromley hadn’t also painted the shutters and trim the same monochromatic white, then it might look a bit awkward. But since everything is so uniform, it’s extremely chic.
Use your front door to create a stark contrast to the rest of your home’s exterior, such as burgundy with white. Designer Charlotte Barnes created a nice transition from bright white to deep burgundy, though, by choosing a darker wood tone for the front porch, ensuring the darkness of the door doesn’t feel out of place.
Justina Blakeney’s 1926 Spanish-style home in California has a striking terra-cotta hue on its exterior woodwork (Clare Paint's Fire Sign). The Jungalow founder’s paint choice pairs perfectly with the ceiling tiles.
A coastal home can go kitschy fast. Instead of sea foam green or a myriad of seashells, opt for a cobalt blue front door (Benjamin Moore Van Deusen Blue) to tie your home’s surroundings into its exterior design, like designer Lindsey Lane did here.
Not a fan of paint finishes or want to embrace the natural tone of your front door’s wood? Opt for a warm maple wood stain instead (Behr TIS-510 Golden Oak). Ideal for country and farmhouse-style homes, it’s a great way to showcase your home’s millwork.
To elevate her Florida home’s 1990s exterior, designer Ashley Gilbreath painted the exterior in a timeless white and added color through the details, like soft blue doors and trim (Farrow & Ball's Dix Blue). This shade embraces the coastal setting while still feeling elevated and sophisticated.
In this Italian villa designed by Jenny and Dave Marrs–known as Campo Sasso, which means “the rocky field” in Italian—guests and family are welcomed through beautiful green doorways. For a similar look, try Farrow & Ball's Card Room Green.
To draw visitors into their cafe and greeting card shop, these homeowners (who live in the apartment upstairs) went for a bright yellow front door color that stands out on even the gloomiest days. For a similar look, try Farrow & Ball's Citron.
When you want to give your home a Mediterranean feeling, there’s no better option than a striking blue hue. This shade pairs nicely with the tiled fountain. For a similar look, try Backdrop Home Novelty Wave.
When designer Amanda Reynal was restoring the exterior of her 1880s farmhouse in the Catskills, she looked to the color wheel. The home’s body was originally painted in a Nantucket red, so she kept that shade and complemented it with trim in a deep hunter green (Farrow & Ball's Beverly).
To add contrast to a simple home exterior, opt for a darker front door color, like Farrow & Ball Railings. It will help draw the eye to your entrance and make your door stand out. Plus, darker front door colors are more coveted by potential home buyers.
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