The Trending Front Door Color That Always Comes Back In Spring

Looking to spruce up your front porch for the spring season?  There's one show-stopping front door design idea that everyone can't help but follow when springtime rolls around: painting your door yellow. It's easy to see why this color gets so much love as soon as the weather turns warmer; when you're trying to make your front porch feel bright, welcoming, and airy in a way that matches the season, yellow is a clear winner. It's versatile, eye-popping, and playful. A bold yellow door can fit into even the most modern of aesthetics, yet also matches other classic styles like farmhouse, rustic, and vintage front porches with ease.

Upgrading the look of your front door is also a popular way to celebrate the season because it's relatively simple — and it's something you can do throughout the year. When the days are bright and warm, you want a door color that naturally draws the eye inward, making your front door feel welcoming and cheerful. This can help tie your front porch together in a way that truly celebrates the spring season.

Repainting a front door can cost just a couple of hundred dollars if you're hiring professional help — but it's definitely possible to DIY a painted door, especially if you're working with a design that isn't complex. Don't forget to check out the 10 common mistakes to avoid when painting your front door, too. To start, cover any windows or trim in painter's tape, gently sand down the door, prime your door, and start layering on the exterior-grade paint in a yellow shade of your choice. Don't forget to remove or cover your door handles and other hardware before you paint, too.

To add even more life to your patio that matches your new yellow hue, consider adding a few potted plants, a porch chair or swing with floral spring patterns, hanging planters, and a spring-themed doormat. You can always extend your cheery yellow palette beyond your door by incorporating it into your exterior furniture, too. Consider adding elements that are easy to swap out with the season, such as patterned chair cushions or vibrant plant pots; this will make it easier to change up your theme come autumn.

If you're looking to add even more of a sunny cottage feel to your front porch, yellow is an automatic winner when paired with flower pots or beds. That's because it goes wonderfully with so many kinds of classic spring floral shades: green, pink, white, and purple– the options are endless. More than just feeling inviting, a yellow front door can also bring an enchanting feel to any type of front yard. It adds a fresh and fun seasonal element that's bigger and bolder than just florals or patio furniture. 

Yellow might seem like a choice that's too bold for certain kinds of exterior home colors, but the truth is, there are so many different shades to play around with; one of them is bound to match the look you're going for. Homes in neutral shades, like white or cream, might want to opt for a very gentle, pastel yellow door. This will help bring a small burst of color into play without detracting from the simplicity of your exterior. Darker colors, like dark grey or black, can go either way; for a subtler look, stick with light shades of yellow, or bring in a much more striking statement piece with a dark, rich yellow color. 

Even if you already have a unique exterior color, you can still play around with a yellow front door. Mid-range blues, rusty reds, and light greens can all pair beautifully with an eye-catching egg yolk yellow. Jewel-tone exteriors can become even more maximalist with a deep yellow shade or play off the existing colors with a pastel tone. The only color that can be truly difficult to pair with yellow is, well, yellow. Naturally, your home won't have the same benefit from a springtime yellow door if it already has a yellow exterior; a yellow door won't create the same eye-catching effect and seasonal statement. Instead, opt for a springtime color that complements yellow; purple, green, and even pink are all solid options to work with.