1. SYMPATHETIC TO THE STYLE
If the correct balance is struck then a contemporary colored front door nestled into a period property can make the whole facade sing, but it is important to consider the elements that surround it in achieving the perfect marriage of elements.
2. USE GLOSS
There is nothing like a glossy front door to make a passer by stop in their tracks and take a second look. A glossy finish makes a door look freshly painted and hints at elegance within - but it is also a hardwearing treatment and practical for high traffic areas - so is often also incorporated into living room ideas.
3. CORRESPOND TO THE BRICK WORK
Matching paint colors with brickwork can be a painstakingly tricky decision as original brickwork exudes so much color itself. A spectrum of earthy color - saturated and sandy or somewhere in between - and then there are variants of textures and grouting to take into consideration. For this approach, it's useful to know the colors that go with red.
4. PICK OUT THE DOORFRAME DETAIL
A doorframe can often be an afterthought when picking the door color is front of mind but think carefully about the surrounding hue and finish that will elevate your chosen statement color.
5. MATCH YOUR TRIM
Another idea is taking the color of your front door all the way out to the trims or beyond. If you have windows surrounding the doors extending them to those can be a way to carry on the color and pick out architectural features of your front door.
6. PAIR JEWEL TONES AND LANDSCAPING
This beautifully ornate porch encased in greenery and with a mature front garden is a perfect canvas for color, and this contrast fits in well with current garden trends.
7. MATCH THE HUE TO NATURE
If you want to promote calmness, restful shades of green or blue are perfect for both contemporary and period properties and pastel shades will help your door stand out without looking too bold, and fitting in with current color trends.
8. BE BRIGHT AND CHEERY
With warm shades of yellow and orange conjuring feelings of hope, positivity and joy, it’s no wonder that yellow doors are becoming all the more popular. Bold, sunny shades, as well as terracotta oranges, tend to feel jovial and friendly, and will give you and any visitors a warm welcome the moment you arrive. This is also why terracotta is big in current kitchen trends.