If the house has a red brick exterior a dark door works best says landscape designer danna cain.
Rust colored entry doors.
Shop at rustica hardware to find exterior doors that stand up to the elements and match your home s style and personality.
If mold or mildew is present remove with retardant solution and let dry thoroughly.
This style of architecture has so much detail that it takes a dark or bold color to draw your attention to the front door as a focal point says jackie jordan director of color marketing for sherwin williams.
If your door has oil paint on it is a new unprimed door or if you are applying a light color over a dark color prime with a bonding primer first.
Photo courtesy of georgia front porch.
This shade sherwin williams indigo harmonizes with the copper trim above and the brass hardware and.
Finally when choosing the best colors for front doors remember that your entry is a prime opportunity for visual impact.
If your door has latex paint on it simply clean off any dirt or dust and wipe dry.
Painting tips and tricks.
A victorian home is a license to indulge in brilliant paint and trim choices.
A home without shutters gives you more flexibility when selecting a front door color.
From white to orange the dark charm of navy blue adds an element of sophistication.
Visitors use it for wayfinding and the front door is typically the focal point of a facade.
Its color can help accent tones in the exterior or provide the final flourish to a design palette.
Choosing a blue based paint color can be an alternative to dark green taupe or black says landscape designer.