What does the colour of your front door say about you?

As the saying goes, first impressions are everything - and this is certainly true of your home. A beautifully painted front door makes all the difference, but what does your colour choice say about you?

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Yellow

The colour of sunshine, yellow is known to bring about warm and happy thoughts. A yellow front door suggests the homeowners are friendly and welcoming - the perfect hosts!

exterior of house with yellow door and wooden wall

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Blue


Associated with peace and tranquility, a blue front door suggests a relaxed, easy-going family lives behind it.

exterior of house with blue door and white walls

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Green


Green generates feelings of safety, suggesting a harmonious home environment.

entryway area teak door and white house

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Red

There's no doubt about it, a bright red front door is hard to miss! A perfect choice for homeowners looking to standout from the crowd.

exterior of house red door with brick walls and snow boot

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Black


A timeless colour choice, black doors are chosen by individuals with a strong sense of style.

exterior of house black door with brick walls and plants

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Purple


In the practice of feng shui, purple is the only colour that can be placed in any direction; a preference for it indicates open-mindedness.

Exterior of house with purple door and white walls

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Feeling inspired?

Here are four important things to keep in mind before wielding the paintbrush:

1 Choose a shade that complements the other tones and materials present on your home's exterior. If you've got other painted items such as shutters or postboxes, it's a good idea to coordinate with those.

2 Colours tend to fade outside, so the bolder the better when it comes to exterior paint. Test samples in different lights to see how they change throughout the day.

3 Take the style of your door into account. Before rushing into anything, step back and take a proper look at your door, along with the accessories and trim that frame it. Adding a stately shade can make a simple cottage-style door look more sophisticated, while a casual hue can give a formal façade a friendlier feel.

Like this? For more inspiration visit the Country Homes & Interiors homepage.

Tara King
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