From energetic fire-engine red to soothing muted coral, red is a popular color for front doors.
Heres how to find the best hue for your home.
A deep, rich red creates soothing and solid feelings.
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On the other hand, a brighter, more electric hue will convey much more energy and excitement.
For example, a dark-colored siding orbrick exteriormay need the impact of a brighter red front door.
On the other hand, a lightershade of sidingmight benefit from a darker hue of red.
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Both choices will help draw attention to the door and offer an attractive focal point.
A traditionally styled door could call for a more classic hue.
However, design rules can always be broken, so choose a color you love.
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View them from various angles and distances, including from the driveway and the street.
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