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How to paint a front door: for a professional finish

Know how to paint a front door correctly and you’ll make the task easier and the results better. A pro-style finish will also protect the door from the weather effectively so it lasts. The front door is a major element of painting a house exterior, and completing the job of painting it successfully will boost the home’s curb appeal. Selecting …

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The Best (and Worst) Colors to Paint Your Home’s Front Door

Photo: Alena Veasey (Shutterstock) You may be thinking about sprucing up your abode or prepping your home to sell, and one of the quickest, easiest ways to transform the look of your home exterior and instantly boost curb appeal is to give your front door a fresh coat of paint. But with thousands of colors to choose from, how can …

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What Color Should I Paint My Front Door?

THE COLOR YOU CHOOSE for your primary portal is no throwaway decision. It “sets the tone for the entire experience of the home; just like the first impressions of a person do,” said Anne Tollett, an interior designer with Hanover Avenue, in Richmond, Va. If you want to play it safe, a glossy black remains a favorite among designers (who …

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An Expert Guide To Painting Your Front Door

Your front door is the first impression family, friends and visitors have of your home, so it’s important to keep it in tip-top condition. A new coat of fresh paint is a relatively quick (you can do the job in a day) and inexpensive transformation. We asked experts to share their advice and top tips for painting a front door. …

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