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The History and Charm of a Red Front Door

architecture December 6, 2018

A red front door is often found on traditional homes but they’re pretty on a variety of architectural style houses. Here are 11 examples that show how to make your front door stand out.

Traditional Red Front DoorPhoto by Gatling Design

 

I’m totally smitten with this rustic front door that reminds me of a home you’d see in the Rocky Mountains area of the U.S.

Rustic Red Front DoorPhoto by SWABACK pllc

 

But if rustic isn’t your thing, a high-gloss red front door might provide the glam and drama you desire.

Classic White House with a Red Front Door and SidelightPhoto by Michelle Marsden Design

 

Red comes in a variety of hues, such as this front door that carries a blue undertone. It’s perfect with the dark gray siding.

Dark Gray House with Red DoorPhoto by Solares Architecture

 

In early America, a red door meant the home welcomed weary travelers. They could find respite from their travels with a comforting bed and a good meal.

In feng shui decorating, a red door signifies the mouth of the home and welcomes energy.

Red Colonial Style Home with Matching Front DoorPhoto by

 

A red front door is easily seen and makes it clear which door is the front door.

Sweet Cottage House with Red Front DoorPhoto by PEEK Architecture + Design Ltd

 

You can emphasize a red front door (or any color door, for that matter) with a porch chair that wears the same hue.

Red Door on Modern Farmhouse ExteriorPhoto by CCB Designs

Don’t be afraid to pair a red front door with red brick. The effect can be quite charming.

Gray and Red Brick House with Painted Red DoorPhoto by DHD Architecture and Interior Design

 

A cheery yellow cottage gets an application of red on all three doors! It’s a great color for accentuating your home’s details.

Yellow Two-Story House with Three Red Exterior DoorsPhoto by Southfen Restoration Home Builder

 

Jazz up a monochromatic exterior color scheme by painting your front door a fun shade of red.

Gray Traditional Two-Story Home with Red DoorPhoto by 2Scale Architects

 

You’ll find an array of red colors to choose from; I rather like this red front door with blue undertones.

Traditional Entryway with Red DoorPhoto by Farrow & Ball

Have you ever painted your front door a fun shade to accentuate it?  What color did you use?

 

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  1. Melanie Foster says

    December 6, 2018 at 7:51 am

    Wow, I never knew there was a “history” of the red front door. I live in a gray ranch style house that is trimmed in white and has a red front door. It is has been this way for 35 years. It is due to be painted next year and I am keeping those same classic colors as well as my red front door. Beautiful pics. Thanks for sharing.

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    • Chloe says

      July 26, 2020 at 2:10 pm

      How can I purchase the high glossed red door with the windows on each side?

      Reply
  2. Pat M. says

    December 6, 2018 at 9:58 am

    My little ranch home has gray siding with white trim and black accents. I have had a new can of red paint waiting on me to update my front door for a year now. There always seems to be a reason to wait – it’s too hot to paint it; it’s too cold to paint it; the sun is shining directly onto the door; its too windy; I can’t leave it open and unlocked while it dries right now, etc, etc. It will be painted red one of these days, I promise.
    Loved nearly all of the pics of houses with red doors. Never quite understood the choice of a red door with red brick – but our different choices are what makes it interesting.

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  3. Laura Harrie says

    December 6, 2018 at 3:16 pm

    I have always loved red doors! I think they are charming!

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  4. Vicky says

    December 7, 2018 at 10:04 am

    I thought all these red doors looked good. So fun to see all the different shades of color and style of doors and homes. Seems to work on all types. And then maybe to plant some red flowers around in the summer. It would be a house that would really stand out on the block!

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  5. Marlene Stephenson says

    December 7, 2018 at 12:24 pm

    These are a beautiful mix of red, thanks for the ideas, at least you gave me something to think about besides cooking for Christmas. I needed the distraction,lol!

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  6. Nancy says

    December 7, 2018 at 3:12 pm

    When we lived in a grey Cape Cod style home, we had a red door for many years. I only changed it because I wanted to change up my flowers and use a purple pink combo. My front door is currently cranberry. So, still in the reddish family😉

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  7. Mom2twins says

    December 10, 2018 at 8:11 am

    I’ve had my red door for about 8 years now. I’m alway complimented on how beautiful it looks and I’m the only one on my block with a red door. I don’t think I’ll ever change it.

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  8. Bridget says

    December 29, 2018 at 2:22 pm

    I love red doors, I’d love to have one some day!

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  9. Cheryl says

    August 5, 2019 at 3:59 pm

    I am getting a new red front door. Should I also have the inside red or just the outside?

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    • Nancykeenan says

      April 5, 2022 at 6:23 am

      Yes

      Reply
  10. Ruth Smith says

    June 19, 2020 at 9:34 am

    My brick resembles the brick in the photo of 1326. I want a red/orange door but not for the shutters. I like the idea of medium/dark grey. Do you know what colors are on the 1326 house? Thanks!

    Reply
  11. Karen Ocampo says

    February 23, 2021 at 1:09 pm

    What color is that ?

    Reply

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