Front door paint colours to ‘avoid’ or risk home looking ‘dated’

It is easy to stick to neutral colours when it comes to painting the front door but thinking outside of the box can make your home stand out on the street. Before deciding on a front door colour, it is important to check any rules which may be surrounding the painting of the exterior and front door, according to Door Supplies Online. Once this has been cleared, homeowners can start to think about a colour, but should avoid white. 1. White The experts explained: ‘Times have moved on since the days of every front door colour being white.  ‘Of course, there is sometimes no choice in this if you are choosing a uPVC front door but if you are painting the door fresh or choosing one, there are so many more options to choose from minimising yourself to just white.  Front door paint colours to ‘avoid’ or risk home looking ‘dated’ or ‘dull and dingy’ (Image: Getty) ‘These doors can also get dirty quickly and can wear quickly making them look quite dull and dingy.’ 2. Bright colours While choosing a bright colour may suit some homes, it can quickly look out of place during other months of the year. The door experts suggested opting for a pastel colour if you opt for an unusual front door colour because it is ‘less harsh’. They added: ‘It can give the home the boost that you may be looking for.’ Shades such as sage green have been popular for front doors in recent years as well as blue. Looking for a new home, or just fancy a look? Add your postcode below or visit InYourArea Black is one of the most popular colours for a front door as it is guaranteed to match any exterior colour and brickwork. However, according to the pros, there is a problem with this colour because the door absorbs heat and expands in the summer, which can cause the door to split, crack or warp. 4. Brown The interior pros noted: ‘This colour may occasionally be a very challenging decision because it can be difficult to match it to any other colours on your outside.  Most affordable areas to live in the UK (Image: EXPRESS) ‘It also runs the danger of looking possibly dated – to combat this, think about utilising more pastel colours. Choosing a colour that you adore and that makes you happy every time you return home is ultimately the most crucial decision.’ When picking a colour, it is also important to consider your home’s architectural style and how modern the home is, picking one to complement it. A traditional home may look best with a classic red or navy door, whilst a more modern home may suit a bright or bold colour such as yellow or orange.