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If you just moved to a new home or plan to relocate, changing the front door color might be the first item on your to-do list. If you constructed a new wooden door, applying a lacquer or stain is the final part of the process. The front door color contributes to the overall appeal of the property facade, so research options before heading to a home improvement supply store. 

How to Choose the Color for a Wooden Front Door

1. Consult With Your Homeowner Association

To make the property facade more whimsical, you might be tempted to pick up powder blue, cherry red, or another bold paint color at the home improvement supply center. Depending on where you live, the homeowner association might have rules regarding front door colors. Often, these requirements are in place to give neighborhoods a uniform appearance. By speaking to the association before making a purchase at a home improvement supply store, you can avoid penalties.

2. Draw Inspiration From Other Parts of the House

home improvement supplyIf you are stumped, stand back and look at the front of the house. The facade most likely features a main color of siding and another hue to highlight trim, window frames, and other architectural features. You can also use the trim color on the front door to unify the elements or choose a color a shade darker or lighter than the main hue. 

3. Look at Market Trends

If you are updating the door color in the hopes of attracting potential buyers, let market trends guide your decisions. It’s good to know what colors often go in and out of style and what pigments are timeless. For example, homes with sleek black or charcoal gray front doors often sell for much more than anticipated

 

Whether you hire a contractor to manufacture your front door or plan to take the reins, you’ll find top-of-the-line materials at Huber Lumber. Professional contractors, homeowners, and do-it-yourself enthusiasts throughout the Cincinnati, OH, area turn to the professionals for siding materials, lumber, and additional products for a wide range of projects. Visit the home improvement supply store online to learn more about their products, and call (513) 731-4035 to place an order. 

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