30 Front Door Colors with tips for choosing the right one

Are you planning to paint your front door and have no idea what color to choose?

I know how you feel. Our front door could use a makeover and I'm not sure which direction to go. I've scoured the internet for inspiration and am sharing some of the prettiest doors on the web, along with the colors used.

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For all of the photos, I've researched the original source as much as humanly possible, and listed either the actual color or the one that matches the closest on my Benjamin Moore color decks.


Keep in mind that colors will vary on each computer screen, and the lighting and surrounding colors make a HUGE difference on how a color will appear. I can't tell you how many times a client has looked at a swatch after seeing it online or in a magazine and said that it looks nothing like the online image or magazine photo.

Tips for selecting your front door color

• Bring what you can to the paint store to match with the swatches. For example, shingles, bricks, or anything else that won't be changing anytime soon.

• Always look at the actual swatch against your siding, trim, roof, etc. to make sure it's the look you're after. 

• If possible, buy a tester sample and paint some on a board and place it where the door is so you can get an idea of how it will truly look. I love to sample paint colors on these boards that are lightweight and easy to move from place to place but are large enough to tell what the color really looks like.

• Look at the sample at various times of the day, as well as on a cloudy day and a sunny day so you'll know exactly how it will change. Sunlight makes colors appear lighter, so be aware of that. Look at the very first photo below and you'll see an example.

• Remember that it's only paint and if you don't like the color, a door is very easy to repaint!

I've tried to represent all colors, so if you don't see what you're looking for, keep scrolling.  They're grouped together by color. Let me know which one is your favorite!

Front Door Paint Color Ideas

Benjamin Moore Americana

Traditional Entry by San Jose Interior Designers & Decorators Linda L. Floyd, Inc., Interior Design

Don't you love this door with that built in doorbell? Our old house had one and it was so fun to ring it. The dark teal color looks great with the antique brass hardware.

Benjamin Moore Blue Spa

Eclectic Entry by Tampa Photographers Mina Brinkey

Here's a classic cottage style door. The arched top and little window are so charming. And the antique bronze hardware gives it the perfect contrast. 

Benjamin Moore Cool Aqua

Transitional Entry by Los Angeles Photographers Stephanie Wiley Photography

Benjamin Moore Teal Ocean

Contemporary Entry by London Interior Designers & Decorators Amory Brown

Benjamin Moore Wythe Blue

Eclectic Entry by Lindon Furniture & Accessories Four Chairs Furniture

Benjamin Moore Deep Ocean

Traditional Exterior by Minneapolis Architects & Designers TEA2 Architects

Benjamin Moore Ocean City Blue

Traditional Entry by Memphis Interior Designers & Decorators Jennifer Estes Interior Design

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Ocean City Blue

Benjamin Moore Downpour Blue

Traditional Exterior

Benjamin Moore Down Pour Blue

Benjamin Moore Midnight Navy

Traditional Entry by Larchmont Interior Designers & Decorators Debra Kling Colour Consultant

Benjamin Moore Gentle Violet

Benjamin Moore Pomegranate

Benjamin Moore

This Old House

Benjamin Moore Raspberry Glaze

Traditional Exterior by Bellevue Architects & Designers Gelotte Hommas Architecture

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Ruby Red

Eclectic Entry

Door: Benjamin Moore Wildflower

Siding: Benjamin Moore Midnight

Saratoga

Benjamin Moore Equivalent is Conch Shell

Traditional Entry by San Diego Interior Designers & Decorators Gatling Design

Benjamin Moore Sangria

Traditional Entry by Philadelphia Architects & Designers Kass & Associates

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Maple Leaf Red

Rustic Entry by Birmingham Architects & Designers Dungan Nequette Architects

Benjamin Moore equivalent is  Rosy Apple

Asian Landscape by Rancho Palos Verdes Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Jesse Im/bugonmyleaf

Benjamin Moore Orange Parrot

Contemporary Exterior

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Rumba Orange

Traditional Entry by Newport Beach Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers Garden Studio

Benjamin Moore Yellow Hibiscus

Traditional Entry by Mahwah General Contractors Michael Sisti

Door: Benjamin Moore equivalent is Yellow Marigold

Siding: Benjamin Moore equivalent is Dior Gray

This Old House

Benjamin Moore Golden Honey

Farmhouse Porch by Boston Photographers Mary Prince

Benjamin Moore Agave

Spaces by Seattle Design-Build Firms RW Anderson Homes

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Iguana Green

Modern Exterior by Menlo Park Architects & Designers Ana Williamson Architect

Benjamin Moore Tequila Lime

Pam Penick's Digging

Benjamin Moore Herb Garden

Traditional Entry by Athens Interior Designers & Decorators cullen and company

Benjamin Moore equivalent is Blue Note

Traditional Entry by Seattle Architects & Designers Paul Moon Design

Benjamin Moore Black

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That Million Dollar Red door is simply amazing. All of the other items make a perfect farmhouse front porch that anyone would feel welcome at.

I hope you've found some inspiration for your front door here. These are just a few of literally thousands of colors to choose from. The sky's the limit on what you could do.

See how NOT to choose a paint color in this post. 

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