Refresh the front of your home and add character to your property with a beautiful front door.
There’s a lot of things to consider when it comes to front doors such as which paint colour to use, what type of lighting to install and how to add personality with decorations or bespoke details. From a traditional cottage front door to a classic townhouse entrance, here we share 13 front door ideas to boost your kerb appeal.
13 front door ideas for a warm welcome home
Bring a dash of sunshine to front doors
Choosing a paint colour for front doors can be overwhelming with so many options available. If you’re looking for a front door idea to bring a smile to your face every time you return home, why not try a sunshine yellow or rich orange hue? Some of our favourite exterior paints in cheery shades are Babouche, Benjamin Moore’s Yellow Marigold and Edward Bulmer Natural Paint’s Malahide.
Use outdoor tiles to boost kerb appeal
Add character to porches with patterned or coloured floor tiles. While many may focus on the features at eye-level to add impact, such as the door and walls, utilising floorspace is an optimum way to maximise character and kerb appeal. For adding pattern and colour, outdoor porcelain tiles are the perfect choice as they’re hardy and inherently frost proof. If possible, find a tile with high slip resistance to ensure they’re safe for walking on in all conditions.
Use window film decoration on glass-paned doors
Window film is an easy and effective way to bring new life to a front door. From modern polka dot to decorative art nouveau to colourful stained glass-inspired designs, there’s a style to suit almost every front door. Try Purlfrost for a wide range of patterns.
Hang a traditional-style porch pendant
If you’re looking for traditional front door ideas, try introducing classic styles of lighting. A Georgian-style porch lantern, such as this one from Vaughan, will elevate your entrance and add a touch of grandeur to your home.
Elevate front doors with a built-in surround
Marrying form and function, door surrounds bring a classical-inspired feel to front doors while also hiding the join between door and wall. Available in a number of designs, with many companies, such as Haddonstone, offering bespoke options, surrounds can be tailored to suit a myriad of styles. Decorative options range from half columns and pilasters to moulded details and entablatures.
Decorate cottage doorways with country-style furniture and accessories
For a traditional cottage front door, embrace the beauty of country living and beautify your exterior with a charming garden bench, natural wreaths and decorations and cut flowers.
Coordinate door and window frames
If you’ve painted your front door, elevate your exterior by painting window frames in a matching shade and finish. The coordinated look will bring a sophisticated feel and boost your kerb appeal. A soft green shade, such as Graham & Brown’s Sage exterior paint, will sit beautifully alongside rustic stone walls and dark green foliage.
Lift entrances with a colourful hanging basket
A hanging basket is a great way to introduce colour and texture to town house front doors with limited front garden space. Whether filled with bright seasonal flowers or home-grown cherry tomatoes, a basket is a quick and easy way to increase kerb appeal.
Install an overhead light above front doors
There are several choices when it comes to front door lighting, from wall lights to pendants to spotlights. For a discreet, yet functional choice, an overhead spotlight will provide enough light to find your keys or unlock the door during the evening while blending into the facade.
Choose a colour that blends in with nature
For a subtler front door paint colour, choose a shade that blends with the surrounding foliage. A soft green works well near hedges and shrubs or choose a hue to match nearby flowers for an elegant entrance.
Frame doorways with planters and foliage
For an elevated entrance, position planters on either side of the front door. Consider your choice of shape and material carefully when picking a planter. For instance, a ribbed planter will bring an extra layer of texture while a terracotta pot will introduce a hint of warmth to your doorstep.
Bring a touch of magic with garden lighting
When planning front door ideas, don’t forget to consider the lead up to your entrance. Enchanting garden lighting, such as these solar powered dandelion lights, will illuminate the path up to your door on darker evenings and introduce a whimsical touch to your front garden.
Upgrade front doors with unique accessories
For a front door idea that will make your entrance feel individual and unique, install characterful knockers, doorknobs, and house numbers. Whether you choose coordinated accessories or an eclectic mix of styles and colours, it’s the perfect way to give your front door some personality.
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