If you’re looking for a new custom door, you may have noticed that red is a popular color. Red doors have a lot of history surrounding them, with different meanings tied to different areas of the world. Before you choose your custom door color, here is a little background to help you decide if red is the right fit for your home.

China 

In China, red indicates prosperity, good health, and protection, as it’s believed to fight off evil. While people in the past didn’t paint their doors red, they would paper their door with chunlian throughout the Chinese New Year. Chunlian refers to Chinese poetry printed on red paper; it brought blessings and luck for the new year. 

Chinese people may also opt for red doors if they take part in feng shui traditions. In feng shui, the front door represents the energy inside the home, and red symbolizes strength and vitality of spirit. Having a red custom door is meant to bring positive changes into one’s life, such as wealth, stability, and energy.

Scotland

In Scotland, a red door celebrates the fact that the homeowners have paid off their mortgage. There is some debate over whether this began as just an urban myth or if it had valid roots, but the tradition has gained traction and led to a growing number of people painting their custom doors red after finishing their mortgage payments.

America

Red doors in America used to be a general sign of welcome to travelers. They indicated that the household would provide shelter and respite for travelers. The level of service varied from providing a safe place to park their wagons or horses to accepting guests. Red was easier to see in dim light and through storms, so it drew people in.

Whether you’re hunting for front or garage doors, Tradewind Hawaii in Kailua-Kona offers high-end custom doors for every need. The locally owned and operated company’s inventory also includes custom windows and sliding and garage doors if you’re interested in sprucing up the entire home exterior. Learn more about their custom windows and doors online, and call (808) 329-2310 with any questions.