Door shown in Ethereal 27-15 first Impressions Let s take a fresh look at your home s entryway the door, trim and foyer where first impressions are made. As always, we hope to convey a stylish sense of warmth and welcome to our guests. Updating the paint colors here is easy and manageable, but it makes a big impact on curb appeal and guest appeal. WE HAVE THE TIPS AND PALETTES TO HELP YOU MAKE A FIRST IMPRESSION THAT LASTS.
Let your home s architecture inspire yo u. When your home is a classic (like Craftsman, Tudor or Colonial style), you can look to the past for color inspiration; traditional deep hues still work, decade after decade. Mid-century and modern homes can handle a bold jolt of color to punctuate their streamlined style. In the end, it s up to you but feel free to explore beyond your usual choices. Blackwatch Green 19-17 Ancestral 20-1 Shadow Beige 11-28
Get a handle on hardware. Ionian 24-20 Ever Classic 32-24 Adding a fresh color to your front door improves your home s curb appeal and demonstrates to guests that you care. So does polishing your front door hardware! Whenever you freshen the color be sure to freshen your metals, too. It makes a big difference! Golden Laughter 11-8
FPO You're living in a palette Consider neighboring colors already in play the siding, brick, roof and nearby foliage. You might find it easy to coordinate your front door in an already-curated palette. If not, try incorporating seasonal accessories like planters and flowers to make everything in view work together beautifully. Captivating 24-14 Mauve Anthracite 25-19 Mystique 1-32
Don't forget about the trim The door trim serves as a frame for the door structurally and visually. It can be the same color as the rest of the home s trim or stand out as a door-enhancing accent. Italian Blue 23-27 Mirage Gray 28-31 Pebblestone 13-29
Pick a paint that stands long and true Make sure to select a paint product that s up to the task. Pratt & Lambert Accolade Exterior Premium Paint & Primer stands up to weather and wear, keeping your beautiful color true and welcoming for years. Azalea 5-12 Crumpet 6-32 Ancestral 20-1
Welcoming guests inside the Foyer Choosing the right color for your foyer sets the stage for the rest of your home. The color can be bold and dramatic like a party invitation or a soft neutral that invites guests to leave their worries at the door. SOFT NEUTRALS Coos Bay 19-11 Windham 33-11 Moselle 14-28 Stormy Sea 25-24 When selecting colors for your foyer, consider the space. If the room is small and self-contained, consider a bold, daring color that might be too much in a larger room. With open and transitional floor plans, neutral colors help create a cohesive flow. Reduce visual busy-ness by painting trim and the interior door surface to match. Finally, remember to choose a high-quality paint like Pratt and Lambert Interior Premium Paint & Primer. Your efforts will be rewarded for a finish that will stay beautiful and last a long time. Welcome home! BOLD & DRAMATIC Old Amethyst 32-12 Orange Mandarin 5-13 Spruce of Blue 23-24 Midnight Black 33-16 #PrattandLambert2018 When updating your curb appeal or changing the way you welcome your guests, please share your inspiration and after photos. Use #PrattandLambert2018 We love hearing from you! 2018 Pratt & Lambert Paints PLBT 56/18