Front door colors are that powerful? Yes, so choose that color wisely.

If you haven’t used the power of front door colors as a tool beyond just curb appeal, this blog is for you.

Door colors. It’s a popular topic of discussion, and I’m asked about this frequently.

I think we’ve all heard that color affects our moods, and enhance whatever feelings are already brewing inside.

So why not use the power of color when thinking about front door colors for your home?

That rectangle of color is like a personal billboard, showing your neighbors, friends, and passersby a bit about you. And the color of that door can influence the mood of your guests.

So if you like an energetic home environment, think about red as a door color. Front door colors that help to create a calm, mellow environment are in the blue family. For showing and inspiring creativity, orange might be a good selection among all of the potential front door colors. To show off an air of sophistication and modernity, black could help you give that impression to your neighbors and friends.

Few favorite door colors

I’ve collected a few of my favorite front door colors on Pinterest, and I’m sharing some of them below.

It’s a strong color that could influence others to think you are passionate and confident. It may also influence guests to be passionate, whether that’s on the fun side or the argumentative side is based on their personal reaction to the color. So be careful with this powerful color.

A mid-century modern style with an earthy wood texture entry door. This door can help an impression of a stylish and nature-loving personality.

Lagoon makeover entryway

I chose this door color called Lagoon from Sherwin-Williams for a client, who mostly feels comfortable with black and white. This pop of green has made them happier to come home. It’s a color that calms and is inviting.

It’s a color most loved by creative souls. It combines the power of red with the calm of blue, and is associated with royalty and wisdom. This is Quixotic Plum from Sherwin Williams.

A soft pink usually makes us have a loving, intimate, and caring feeling. It is calming and relieves aggression. If you like this look, try Angelic by Sherwin-Williams.

With the font of the house numbers and plant decor, the entry is giving a modern and cool vibe.

A door that fades into the facade can give an impression of style, and an impression of secret-ness. Your neighbors may instinctively think you are hiding something.

On the red side of pink, hot pink gives the energy and vitality of red with a hint of youthfulness and fun. To create this look, use Benjamin Moore’s Peony

A blue-green entry door might make your guests feel calm when they come visit. If this color appeals to you, you may want to try Behr’s Beachside Drive.

This intrigues me, and I want to know the homeowner and designer. Please send me a note.