Winter is an ideal time to complete outdoor painting projects. Whether you’re in the market for a front door upgrade or you’re simply looking for an easy way to refresh the look of your home’s exterior, painting your front door this winter will do the trick!
Changing the color of your front door isn’t as simple as picking out your favorite shade and slapping on a coat of paint. It’s about choosing a color that matches the decor of your home’s exterior and the other homes in your neighborhood. Here’s how to choose the perfect paint color for your front door:
- Note your home’s personality. It’s not written in stone, but there are a few basic rules you should follow when choosing a color for your front door. Take cues from the style of your home and the colors used in the siding, shutters, and roofing. If your home is an English Tudor, a pastel front door will make your home stand out for all the wrong reasons. Be mindful of the materials, colors, style, and landscaping surrounding your home. It will help you choose the perfect front door color.
- Give your front door purpose. Adding a fresh coat of paint to your front door can serve more than one purpose. Making your front door a vibrant color could serve as a wayfinding tool for guests; a brightly painted front door could make your home stand out from the rest in the neighborhood if you’re going to put it up for sale. From formal to playful, the color you choose to paint your front door will make a statement about your home.
- Choose the right emotion. Each color can evoke a unique emotion from your family members to visitors and passerby. A brightly colored front door can draw a sense of energy and lightness, while a more neutral tone nods to a homey, traditional feeling. Richer, darker hues evoke a somberness, while lighter neutrals and pastels tend to be more playful and fun. Consider all the ways you feel entering your home, then choose the color that best matches that feeling.
- Consult an expert. Choosing a color is half the battle. A color specialist will be able to advise you on the color that’s right for your style and your home and expertly apply it to your front door.
Renew your home’s exterior in the new year with a fresh coat of paint on your front door!