Brown may be the best color choice for a front door.
Choosing accent colors for the exterior of a home--such as the color to paint the front door--can be a fun project. Paint colors, however, affect the overall value of a home, so it's important to choose an appropriate color.
Adhere to Contracts
The best color for the front door is always one that doesn't land the homeowner in hot water. Neighborhood housing associations often have restrictions on outdoor paint colors. Historical homes, as well, often come with these restrictions. Before picking out a color, narrow down the choices based on what the housing contract allows.
Brown May Be Best
A light to medium brown may be the best choice for the front door. Muted shades are the most popular exterior colors--such as white and gray--and brown fits right in with those color schemes. Browns are also more resistant than most colors to ultraviolet fading and damage, and browns provide excellent coverage.
Brighter Choices
If brown hues simply don't work, the front door is actually one of the best places for brighter accent colors, which should be limited to the front door and shutters, according to the Majon International website. A warm red or cheery blue puts those entering the home in a good mood, according to the company.
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