17 Front Door Colours to Elevate Your Home’s Curb Appeal


Ready to paint your front door? Whatever colour scheme you prefer, Benjamin Moore is here to help guide you to a perfect hue you’ll love for years to come.
Your front door serves as the focal point of your home’s exterior, so the right colour can greatly enhance its curb appeal and overall beauty. A carefully chosen paint colour can highlight the architectural features of your home, complement the existing colour scheme, and express your personal style.As the first thing family and friends see when they visit your home, a front door painted in a pleasing hue is an easy way to extend a gracious welcome.
Perk up your home’s facade with our recommendations for front door colours and give your front entrance the refresh it deserves.


Revitalize Your Entryway with Our Top 17 Front Door Paint Colours
When choosing a colour for your front door, ensure cohesion by taking the entire palette of your exterior into consideration. Your front door should act as the perfect accent to your home, including siding, landscaping, and decor.
Whether you opt for a bold statement colour like Iron Mountain 2134-30 (shown here) or a subtle accent hue like Summer Shower 2135-60, being intentional about your front door colour is essential for adding personality and charm to your home’s exterior.


1. Elevate Your Entrance with a Dark Green Front Door
Dark green front door colours can bring a sense of richness, sophistication, and natural beauty to your home’s entryway.
Reminiscent of lush forests and natural landscapes, dark green hues like Mohegan Sage 2138-30 (shown here) are an excellent choice for homeowners looking to create a connection to the outdoors. Paired with creamy White Chocolate OC-127, this look evokes a feeling of tranquility, welcoming guests with a sense of serenity.
Try these other dark green shades we love:


2. Opt for a Dark Gray Front Door for a Contemporary Look
A dark gray front door adds a sleek and stylish touch to any home. This versatile hue pairs well with both traditional and modern architectural styles and creates a sense of understated elegance.
Silhouette AF-655, a cross between charcoal and chocolate, welcomes guests to the home shown here. For a similar look, try any of these sophisticated shades:


3. Choose to Embrace the Classic Front Door Paint Colours
Create a lasting impression by choosing a timeless colour for your front door. Neutral shades like the iconic Revere Pewter HC-172 never go out of style.
If blue is your go-to colour, a can’t-go-wrong option is Hale Navy HC-154. This use-anywhere shade has been popular among homeowners for years, for both interiors and exteriors.
Reminiscent of the sun, yellow is an enduring choice. Concord Ivory HC-12 (shown here), a yellow-gold with nuanced undertones, will extend a warm welcome for years to come.


4. Contrast a Neutral Exterior with a Saturated Front Door Colour
Pairing a neutral exterior with a saturated front door colour can elevate the overall look of your home. Shades of beige, taupe, gray, or white (like crisp Super White OC-152 shown here on the exterior) provide a versatile backdrop, allowing the front door to be the focal point.
Bright colours, such as deep blue, rich green, or bold red (like Red 2000-10 shown here), add personality and visual interest to your home’s facade.


5. Make a Statement with a Black Front Door
There’s no denying that a black front door makes a statement. If you have black siding on your home, consider painting your front door the same colour for a sleek, monochromatic look. You can even opt for a dark gray or charcoal if you’d prefer something lighter than black.
For a more traditional look, go with a classic black painted door with a lighter neutral exterior. This creates a sophisticated contrast with a bold entrance.
Some dark hues we love for painted front doors:
- Onyx 2133-10
- Black Bean Soup 2130-10
- Black HC-190 (shown here)


6. Go for a Monochromatic Front Door Colour Combination
Using a monochromatic colour scheme for your home’s exterior creates a unified yet sophisticated look. By sticking to shades within the same colour family for siding, trim, and accents, you achieve a sense of cohesion and balance.
Here, sunny Stuart Gold HC-10 on the door, buttery Weston Flax HC-5 on the siding, and creamy Chantilly Lace OC-65 on the trim come together to add visual continuity and create a sense of flow and elegance.


7. Brighten Your Front Entrance with a Bold-Hued Front Door
Even if your home exterior trends neutral, you can showcase your personality with a pop of bright colour on your front door. Use a rich, saturated paint colour that complements your home’s architecture and highlights your landscaping.
You can use any colour to brighten up your front entrance, but we especially love vibrant shades of yellow and green to really amp up the friendly welcome. Here, bright and cheerful Cactus Green 2035-20 pops against Edgecomb Gray HC-173 siding, while bold house numbers and gold accents add a whimsical touch.


8. Explore Harmonious Colours for a Front Door
When thinking about painting your front door, take cues from the paint colours used in your whole house palette. To create good flow, consider the paint colours your front door opens into.
Draw inspiration from your interior for your front door, as seen here. Aegean Teal 2136-40, the Colour of the Year 2021, on the front door is a lovely extension of the soft blue-green Gray Cashmere 2138-60 on the interior walls.


9. Paint Your Front Door White
White front doors look stunning with virtually any style of home architecture, from traditional to modern. With its unrivalled versatility, white paint is timeless and will provide a blank canvas for seasonal decor, accents, and more.
Give your door a clean, crisp look with these white paint colours:
- Distant Gray OC-68
- White Heron OC-57
- Cloud Cover OC-25 (shown here)


10. Try Muted Paint Colours for Doors
Love the idea of a bold colour on your front door but not quite ready to commit? Like neutral shades but looking for something livelier? Try a muted paint colour with a prominent undertone.
These shades pair well with a variety of colours and bring a bold approach without being overpowering. We like Malted Milk 2099-60, a creamy neutral with a pink undertone, and Mountain Mist 868, a gray with a violet-blue undertone.
If you want something with a bit more character, select a deeper hue with a touch of colour in the undertone like Sea Life 2118-40 (shown here), a dark gray infused with hints of purple.


11. Lift from a Coastal Palette with a Light Blue Front Door
Channel coastal vibes with light blue front door paint colours that evoke the beauty of the sky and sea. This refreshing hue adds a pop of colour and personality to your home’s exterior and creates a laid-back and inviting atmosphere.
Dive into Blue Porcelain 1641 (shown here), a blue darkened slightly by a touch of gray. It looks serene paired with White Blush OC-86 on the exterior.
Try these other soothing, seaside-inspired hues:


12. Create Light and Dark Contrast Between Your Front Door and Home Exterior
You can achieve stunning contrast by pairing a light front door with a dark exterior. The combination creates a focal point that draws attention to your home’s facade.
Here, soothing Georgia Pink 2092-60 on the front door adds a burst of colour against rich Iron Mountain 2134-30 on the siding. The juxtaposition of light and dark adds depth and dimension while creating a sense of balance and harmony.


13. Get Playful with Saturated Hues for Your Front Door
Cheerfully welcome guests to your home with a front door painted in a deeply saturated colour. Tricycle Red 2000-20, a red with a pinkish pop, is a great choice. This spirited colour is anchored by the stately go-to Old Navy 2063-10 on the exterior and trim shown here.
Front doors might be small, but they can make a big statement. Project a playful vibe with these saturated hues:


14. Pair a Gray Painted Door with a Neutral Exterior
Choosing a neutral exterior palette provides a versatile foundation for your home’s design. Gray front doors pair seamlessly with neutral hues, creating a cohesive and harmonious look that allows other architectural features and landscaping elements to stand out.
Whether you choose a charcoal shade like Trout Gray 2124-20 or a serene hue like Silver Lake 1598 (shown here), the understated elegance of a gray front door adds visual interest and sophistication to your home’s entryway.


15. Paint Your Front Door a Colour That Harmonizes with Your Surroundings
When choosing a colour for your front door, look outside and take inspiration from what’s around you. Do you live near the beach? Try a coastal-inspired hue like Ocean Air 2123-50 or Dune Grass 492. Live in the mountains? Look to rich cabin-inspired hues like Iron Gate 1545 and Colonial Verdigris CW-530.
Want to showcase your home’s greenery? Choose a colour plucked from your garden like the aptly named Landscape 430 (shown here), a mellow green that complements the home’s landscape and natural surroundings.


17. Consider a Seasonally Styled Front Door
Take cues from your favourite season when searching for the right colour for your front door. Cool shades of icy blue, deep navy, and crisp white evoke a winter wonderland. Pastels and soft hues of pink, lavender, and blue conjure thoughts of spring. Bright, vibrant shades of yellow, coral, and turquoise project summer vibes.
Autumn lovers will be drawn to warm, earthy tones like deep reds, ochres, and muted greens like Salisbury Green HC-139 (shown here). The entryway looks perfect with a pumpkin perched in front of it during the fall, as well as throughout the year.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is the most welcoming front door colour?
A. The most welcoming front door colour is the one you feel most comfortable coming home to. Here are several top picks from our colour experts to help you extend a gracious welcome: Concord Ivory HC-12, Hollingsworth Green HC-141, Salamander 2050-10, Yarmouth Blue HC-150, New London Burgundy HC-61, and Black Satin 2131-10.
Q. What are the best colours for a front door?
A. There are no rules, so choose a colour for your front door that is most pleasing to you. Red, yellow, and black paint colours are popular colour families to consider. You can’t go wrong with Heritage Red HC-181, Hawthorne Yellow HC-4, or Black HC-190. If you prefer shades of green, gray, or blue, we suggest Coventry Gray HC-169, Woodlawn Blue HC-147, and Lush AF-475. A white painted door is classic and pairs well with most exteriors. Look to White Dove OC-17, Chantilly Lace OC-65, and White Heron OC-57.
Q. Should the front door be lighter or darker than the house?
A. Colour choice is always a matter of personal taste. Some homeowners create contrast by pairing neutral shades with bright, vibrant colours so that their front door becomes the focal point. Others prefer a monochromatic colour scheme, using shades within the same colour family to achieve a sense of cohesion and balance.
Q. What type of paint is best for a front door?
A. Front doors are subject to a wide variety of weather changes. Element Guard™ exterior paint is formulated to protect your door, even in wet, humid environments. It’s an excellent choice when you’re looking for a paint that will withstand wind-driven rain and excessive humidity.
Q. How do I choose an exterior front door colour?
A. When choosing a colour for your front door, look to the other colours on your exterior for inspiration, including the natural landscape around you. Once you’ve narrowed down your choices, get the right colour sample from your locally owned Benjamin Moore store or from our online store.

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