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Tip The door we used comes ready to paint and can be hung with the long panels at the top or bottom, and the hinges fitted on either side

Door painted in PPG Paints Ultimate Enamel semi gloss paint in Rum Runner, $42/1L, I/N: 0176106. Wall painted in Dulux Weathershield low sheen exterior paint in Ardmore, $49/1L, I/N: 0144759

Hume ‘Vaucluse XVP11’ duracote entrance door, $448, I/N: 0307685

Bright stars We’ve taken one versatile front door and given it six stylish and colourful looks. Stand by to be inspired!

Painting your front door is an easy job to DIY and can turn a so-so entrance into the talk of the street. The only challenge is choosing the colour! Here are a few of our favourite hues to inspire your own entryway transformation.

COLOUR NOTES

Heritage red

A deep red can work almost anywhere. Paired with green, it is a classic scheme for an historic home. 1

Pretty in pink

We’ve moved on from millennial pink to a muddier, more sophisticated take on this trend-setting hue. Perfect teamed with a warm white, it also reads well with mid-toned shades of grey. 2

Out of the blue Inherently soothing, blue is a calming colour to come home to. A pale grey-blue like this is an easy tone to work with. Try it with white for an elegant take on the coastal look. 3

Love olive

Muted greens, like this dusky olive, sit beautifully with surrounding foliage hardscaping materials, and uplift a neutral exterior.  4

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Tip Look to the neighbourhood for inspiration, particularly if you’re searching for a sympathetic tone for your heritage home

Door painted in Porter’s Paints Aquasatin paint in Baby Doll. Wall painted in Dulux Weathershield low sheen exterior paint in Cardrona, $99/4L, I/N: 0144763. Below left: Door painted in British Paints 4 Seasons semi gloss exterior paint in Satin Slip, $59/2L, I/N: 1420546. Wall painted in Dulux Weathershield low sheen exterior paint in Cardrona, as before. Below right: Door painted in Dulux Aquanamel semi gloss paint in Te Horo, $52.50/1L, I/N: 0563354. Wall painted in Dulux Weathershield low sheen exterior paint in Cardrona, as before. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

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Door painted in Dulux Aquanamel gloss paint in Kowhai Park, $57.50/1L, I/N: 0279955. Wall painted in PPG Paints Weather Tough semi gloss exterior paint in Black Sea, $35/1L, I/N: 8904900

Ray of sunshine

Is there anything more striking than a yellow front door? For best effect, go for a mustard or gold-hued yellow and pair with a dramatic charcoal facade. 5

Tip Dark doors can absorb too much heat from sunlight, causing warping. This may even void the warranty on the door. A lighter colour, which reflects heat, is a better choice

Lighter side Don’t discount white as an eye-catching option for a front door. Paired with dark brick and heritage details, a white door is fresh, clean and inviting. ◆ 6

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1 Yale 3109+ digital door lock, $460, I/N: 0075665. 2 Ikonic entrance lever set in Polished Brass, $19.95, I/N: 0131844. 3 Ikonic slimline entrance lever set in Matte Black, $19.95, I/N: 4010546. 4 Ikonic gripset single cylinder deadbolt in Satin Chrome, $79, I/N: 0249183. 5 Sylvan 103mm door knocker in Satin Chrome, $39.90, I/N: 0144887. 6 Sandleford 120mm slimline numeral 4 with fixing in Black, $22.98, I/N: 3291817. 7 Sylvan ‘Monza’ long entrance lever set, $203.96, I/N: 0317261. 8 Ikonic entrance combo lever/deadbolt set in Satin Nickel, $38, I/N: 0225016. 9 Sandleford 100mm numeral 7 in Brass, $10.98, I/N: 3290663. Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.