Many homeowners overlook the aesthetic value that your front door gives to your humble abode. It is only fitting that you make it as appealing and welcoming as possible. Improving the exterior appeal of your property can be accomplished over a weekend by repainting or replacing your front door. If you live in an older home, it is crucial that you rejuvenate the front door with a fresh coat of paint. In this article, we present to you 8 dos and don’ts for choosing the colour of your front door!
Do’s
1. Choose the right paint
Since your door will be exposed to the elements, it is crucial to select the correct paint to prevent peeling and fading. Exterior latex paints provide protection against the elements. If your door is made of metal, seek one with rust protection built-in. Regardless of your decision, you will need to prime the door with an exterior primer.
The external doors have several finishes, including matte, semi-gloss, and gloss. Choosing a high-gloss finish can highlight architectural details, but it will also accentuate door scars. You do not need to become an expert overnight or conduct considerable research. Consult an expert at your neighbourhood paint, hardware, or home improvement store. They can point you in the correct direction and assist you in locating the optimal fit for your home.
2. Consider your home’s overall look
The style of your property might assist you in choosing a front door colour. You can embrace its style for a more harmonious appearance or create a sharp contrast. Colours have a significant impact on emotions and the atmosphere of a house.
Consider this when selecting samples so that you can exactly match your front door to the mood you wish to generate. On the exterior of your property, bold, uncommon colours like cyan or mauve can create a contemporary aesthetic for your front door. However, do not fear breaking the rules. A conventional façade can be given personality and enlivened by applying a unique colour.
3. Keep things simple and classic
Although painting your front door can be seen as a minor home improvement job that you wish to enjoy for a long time, even if painting your door is a simple task. The use of timeless neutrals like grey, black, and brown can give your house an appearance that will stand the test of time. Neutral colours can be easily changed if your personal style shifts or if you decide to update the exterior of your home. Siding in a variety of colours and materials looks great with neutral colours.
4. Be creative and stylish
People are often discouraged from experimenting with their palette when choosing a paint colour. Timeless does not necessarily imply following trends, and it does not mean dull. If you enjoy wearing or having colour in your home, you will probably enjoy having a splash of colour on your front door. Choose a hue that calls to you. Bright colours can make a dramatic statement, pastel colours can produce a peaceful vibe, and dark shades can establish an ominous atmosphere.
Don'ts
1. Forget about the trim
Your trim should also be painted when giving your front door a make-over. Make the door stand out with contrasting trim that is not just plain white. Don’t forget to add your trim as part of your project, as you will want it to match the freshness of your newly painted door. Rich brown tones, for instance, can warm up a door with a cool hue, while dark trim prevents a nature toned door from fading into the stone-covered walls and backgrounds.
2. Be stuck with neutral shades
A house can be transformed from a dull and uninteresting place into a lively and welcoming setting by simply adding a touch of saturation to the colour of the door. A little bit of paint on the front door might go a very long way in terms of aesthetics. It is still feasible to attract emphasis to the colour of your choice by adding brilliant accents and stunning new colours. Doing so is preferable to drawing attention away from the colour you have chosen to highlight.
3. Follow the latest trends
It is a good idea to begin by searching for hot and trendy paint colours; nevertheless, you shouldn't choose a colour simply because it is popular at the moment. Pastels and neutrals were the most popular colour palettes for a while, but they've fallen out of favour in recent years. Staying true to what brings you joy in life is the surest path to long-term happiness, regardless of what others find appealing. Choosing to act following your own desires will never lead you astray.
4.Limit your choices
People are frequently perplexed when choosing the colour of paint to use on their front doors, which makes it harder for them to decide which one they want to use. You may also take a stroll or drive around the neighbourhood to get some ideas and determine what colour combinations appeal to you the most. Remember that making changes to your home's decor will need less time and effort than painting the entire house.
You are free to experiment with a colour that is reflective of your sense of style and individuality. You should go out and look at houses with exterior colours and designs comparable to yours so that you may form an image in your head of what your home might look like if you select a front door colour that is like one of those houses.
Are you still having trouble choosing? Feel free to visit Rock Solid Doors and view our range of Rockdoor composite doors! We can help ease the stress of making the tough decision in changing your front door.
Graham Kidd2 November 2023100% recommend Paul and Harry a great father and son team! I'm so pleased that we used them to supply and fit our new front door. Straightforward to deal with from start to finish and communication throughout was excellent. They are extremely knowledgeable and were able to offer advice and suggestions when we were choosing the door we wanted. Nothing was rushed during the installation with great attention to detail. They took away our old door and frame and left everything clean and tidy at the end of the job. Thank you, Harry, for taking the time to go through everything with us at the end of the job, much appreciated. I would not hesitate in using Paul and Harry again. Thank you both so much, we are so pleased!
Andrew Brant30 October 2023Had a door fitted today. Extremely happy with the quality of the finish, attention to detail. Left site clean and tidy. Very impressed. Would highly recommend
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L Edwards2 October 2023Communication with Paul was faultless throughout. He was polite, knowledgeable and efficient. Harry and Paul installed our new door, problem solving along the way. The finish was neat and tidy and they offered us excellent after sales service aswell. Would highly recommend.
Susie22 September 2023Highly recommend. We had our front door fitted by this lovely team. They were friendly, helpful, willing to listen to me debate options and provided helpful advice for choosing the right door for us. When he had a slight issue (no fault of their own) they came out to us the very next day and sorted it. Such a good supplier to work with!
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