Choosing the Perfect Front Door Color for Our White House
The front door is the focal point of your home’s exterior, setting the tone for your style and creating a welcoming first impression. One of the best house colors for front door inspiration is WHITE.
With endless opportunities, white homes are a blank slate and can be transformed with just one decision: the front door color.
How did we choose the front door color for our white house?
Honestly, the decision was both easy and hard. I craved a color that was vibrant and would gather the attention of the whole neighborhood but one that could blend with different seasons and holidays.
So, this was my thought process..
The Importance of Front Door Color
I believe the front door is more than just an entrance but an opportunity to make a statement. It showcases our personality while also becoming a warm greeting into the little world that we have created just inside.
A well-kept porch, potted flowers, and clear pathway all create a welcoming and joyful embrace to not only guests but to our families as well.
When choosing a color, I wanted it to be a color that felt like the first experience to the rest of our home.
Harmony with Every Season
Nature has an evolving palette from the leafless cold winters to the vibrant warm greens of summer. Nature provides us with both dull and vibrant colors.
Beyond the changing seasons are the holidays. Do I really paint my door to match my Christmas decor?
Do I need to worry about my flower clashing with my front door color?
To me, yes.
Harmony means there is a cohesive and calming experience. A bright door paired with bright flowers can be a breath of fresh air as long as you keep in my the changing seasons and ALL the colors that come with it.
Versatility in Styling
I don’t know about you but I enjoy adding fresh elements to our front porch every year.
Even a simple pillow swap or a new potted plant can make really change the styling of the front of a home.
I thought about my ever changing style. Although it is centered around my personal style and commitment to a home that is both classic and relaxed, it does shift a little every year.
I want a front door color that can easily withstand new accent colors so that I have a bit of freedom to accessorize differently without making major design changes.
Complementing Existing Exterior Colors
The exterior of your home is a canvas of colors, each playing a unique role. When seeking a front door color, it’s essential to consider the existing tones on the siding, trim, and other architectural elements.
Both our siding and roof are cool tones so we knew to complement the existing colors it was best to stick to a cooler tone door.
We wanted to find the right balance.
So, what is our Front Door Color?
Selecting the right front door color for our white house involved a delicate balance of versatility and practicality. Dragon’s Breath by Benjamin Moore emerged as our ideal choice.
Blending with every season, our front door can easily adapt to every new flower and special holiday.
As you embark on your own journey to find the perfect color, consider the impact it will make, not just in the present, but for the enduring charm of your home’s exterior.
