The most exciting thing about front entry doors is that they’re not beholden to the house’s color palette, giving you more flexibility with your color choice. Here are some tips on choosing the right entry door color.
Start With Classic Colors
Some colors are considered classics for a good reason – they look good on almost everything. Neutral colors like gray, brown and black are among these. Whether you’re after a traditional or modern color palette, you know that these colors will look good. If you are planning a roof or siding replacement a few years down the line, you won’t have to worry about changing your front door color along with them. For richer classic colors, consider deep red or navy blue.
Think About Bright Colors That Add Pop
Home designers are fond of telling their clients that the front door is like a beacon: it directs the viewer’s eyes from the curb. And it’s true – which is why even bright colors like bright red or lime green work well on front entry doors. They’re particularly effective on homes that are dominated by somber or neutral colors. If you like a certain color, but would like a relatively subtler effect, choose a darker shade of the same hue.
Try Out Color Samples During Different Times of the Day
Some colors can look different depending on the time of the day. When choosing an entry door color, ask your entry door contractor for swatches or samples, and view them against the siding in the morning, at noon, during sundown and at night. If you’re choosing between several color options, you can narrow down your choices by choosing the color that looks great no matter the time of day it is.
Consider the Screen or Storm Door Color
If you’re adding a screen or storm door, you have to make sure it works with the color of the front entry door. Choosing the exact same color is not always an option as some screen door manufacturers offer a small selection of colors.
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