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Justina Blakeney’s 1926 Spanish-style home in California has a striking terra-cotta hue on its exterior woodwork. The Jungalow founder’s paint choice pairs perfectly with the ceiling tiles.

Make it yours: Clare Paint Fire Sign

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This New York City townhome’s brickwork is striking on its own, but when paired with a navy front door it’s positively stunning. The hue is welcoming and sophisticated while accentuating the door’s detailed woodwork.

Make it yours: Benjamin Moore Hale Navy

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Not a fan of paint finishes or want to embrace the natural tone of your front door’s wood? Opt for a warm maple wood stain instead. Ideal for country and farmhouse-style homes, it’s a great way to showcase your home’s millwork.

Make it yours: Behr TIS-510 Golden Oak

To elevate her Florida home’s 1990s exterior, designer Ashley Gilbreath painted the exterior in a timeless white and added color through the details. This shade embraces the coastal setting while still feeling elevated and sophisticated.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Dix Blue

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To draw visitors into their cafe and greeting card shop, these homeowners (who live in the apartment upstairs) went for a bright yellow front door color that stands out on even the gloomiest days.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Citron

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When designer Amanda Reynal was restoring the exterior of her 1880s farmhouse in the Catskills, she looked to the color wheel. The home’s body was originally painted in a Nantucket red, so she kept that shade and complemented it with trim in a deep hunter green.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Beverly

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To add contrast to a simple home exterior, opt for a darker front door color. It will help draw the eye to your entrance and make your door stand out. Plus, darker front door colors are more coveted by potential home buyers.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Railings

Striking front door colors make your home stand out without breaking the bank, as seen on this porch by Studio Lifestyle. The warm pink color will look even sweeter when this pendant light lights it up from golden hour into the night.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Cinder Rose

Ray Booth reverses the typical black-and-white look with white trim and dark siding, giving this home a modern edge. The extra-wide blue door (painted in Fine Paints of Europe e013-60) adds a splash of interest and contrast without making too bold a statement.

Make it yours: Sherwin-Williams Refuge

Philip Thomas chose a pale sage green color to adorn all the exterior trims of this cedar home. The specific shade perfectly reflects the foundation plantings. and landscape design.

Make it yours: Valspar Sparkling Sage

A creamy neutral changes with the light for an always flattering facade at this home by Gil Schafer. Here, it appears to have pale sage undertones, perfect for a space with green accents and a historic feel.

Make it yours: Farrow & Ball Old White No. 4

A gray monochromatic color scheme, shown here on this charming seaside cottage by Juan Carretero, offers a soothing welcome to family and friends. The color contrasts beautifully with the lawn and hydrangeas. But a fun surprise greets you at the front door: sunny yellow paint! Sherwin-Williams Quilt Gold covers both the interior and exterior of the front door.

Make it yours: Sherwin-Williams Quilt Gold

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Bella Mancini enlivened this front door as well as the screen door frame with a bold shade of turquoise, Benjamin Moore’s Santa Clara. This color feels right at home with the cedar shake and hydrangeas but also sets the tone for what’s ahead inside, design-wise.

Make it yours: Benjamin Moore Santa Clara 753