The paint colour we choose for our front door says a lot about our personality, and how we present ourselves to the world…or at least the people who live on our street.
Pastel Green, Blue or Pink– you’re a romantic, who wants a simple life, you’re hopeful and positive and want to share that with the world. You bake bread and weekends and love reading.
Bright Green, Yellow or Orange– you want to make a statement and draw people’s eye. Not flashy but fun and playful. You’ve got energy and you’re not afraid to show it. You wear odd socks.
Deep Red, Forest Green or Navy Blue– you’re not a thrill seeker, you crave comfort and stability. You’re a peacemaker and unwind with a cup of tea and a custard cream.
Black– You’re mysterious, keeping your cards close to your chest. You are a style icon and are unapologetic, your sunglasses and shoes are always matching.
Bright Red – You like the classics, black and white film and vinyl. You own (or want to own) a mini. Your weekends are spent walking your dog and playing chess.
Pink – You love making a statement and daring people to question your taste. As much as you love the colour, you also chose it to wind up your neighbours.
Grey– you are suave and sophisticated and appreciate order and calm environments. Your hobbies including photographing brutalist architecture and tending your indoor plants.
So, are we right?
If you’re looking to change up your front door, perhaps to make your own mark in a new house, it’s a great opportunity to seek out your local Community Repaint scheme to pick a tin (or half a tin) that has been saved from going to waste. Look for exterior gloss or semi-gloss to make sure your new door withstands the elements and is easy to clean.
How to paint your front door.
- Clean your door with hot soapy water to remove any greasy residue, fully dry the surface and lightly sand the surface of the door to ensure that your new paint will adhere well. (Make sure you put down a dust sheet first).
- Remove the dust from the sanding with a brush, to ensure a good clean finish.
- Carefully mask the any hardware you want to keep free of paint such as a knocker, letterbox, or handle
- Paint the door with a primer and allow to dry fully. Check you local Community RePaint scheme for a primer too.
- You can then add the colour to your masterpiece. The preloved paint will mean you save around 65% on buying brand-new paint and will ensure that no good paint goes to waste.
Voila! Enjoy letting your personality shine 🙂
