An inquiry came in from a reader named James, who is in search of some some exterior door paint colors to accent the exterior color of his home. Front doors can be vibrant and playful, being the perfect exterior accent choice when it comes to color that will stand out for trendy curb appeal.
Hello Color Experts! I just got done painting my house in Classic Silver PPU18-11 and trim is Palais White GR-W18. I am in search of a couple ideas to paint my front door that will serve as an accent. I do not want it to be your average brown color. Please advise!
-James
To James and others who are interested in bold accent color suggestions for your front door, you’ve come to the right place!
Vibrant exterior door colors can make a bold statement, convey a sense of playfulness, enhance curb appeal (or all of the above). Looking for a good place to start? We’ve got some exterior door paint colors that can serve as the perfect accent to your home.
A front door can be vibrant and playful with the perfect exterior accent choice when it comes to color that will stand out for trendy curb appeal.
In general, grays are super versatile and pair beautifully with just about any other color, from muted neutrals to rich jewel tones to vivid brights. When considering your color palette visually pleasing “vibrant” exterior door color is the result of how a given color works in combination with your home’s exterior, not against it.
Accent colors are the 10% in the timeless 60-30-10 color rule. While serving as only 10% of your overall color scheme, the complementary contrast inherent in this 10% is why we often refer to accents as “pops of color.”
That said, here are three eye-catching exterior paint colors to stretch your imagination a bit when it’s time to get that front door painted!
Royal Gold adds a rich, neutral color to your entrance. It’s a great color that will warm you up on cold winter days and invite you to cool off inside on a hot summer day.
Caribe is a deep blue that adds welcoming sophistication to your home. This gem toned color paint is the perfect backdrop to watch the sun’s shadows dance across your front door throughout the day.
Spiced Wine is a deep crimson red that adds a lush tone to your home. This cozy front door paint color adds a charming pop of color against a gray home.
For more color ideas for a front door, click here.
Colorfully yours,
Deanna
Can you send me a picture of a gray sided house with a gold door so I know what it looks like together
Hello Carmella,
Thank you for visiting our blog!
We actually have a paint visualizer on our behr.com website and we have exterior houses that you can virtually paint on. Would that be helpful?
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna
Hi Deanna,
Our house is painted with the Marquee Colour Blueprint (S-470-5) and I am looking for natural colour ideas to paint our new front exterior door. I an leaning towards a warm yellow/gold tone or natural brown or grey tones. Can you recommend some door colours?
Hello Alona, Thank you for visiting our blog! I am happy to help!
Here are some amazing yellow/gold tones that will work and provide a great pop of color.
Celebration MQ4-13A, Amber Brew MQ4-10, Cellini Gold HDC-CL-18 or Charismatic PPU6-14.
Hope these help!
Colorfully Yours,
Deanna