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Before & After - Front Door

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Quite the transformation with the new color scheme! Since our house is located in a historic district, the colors had to be approved by the historic district commission. 

Front Door After

The colors and products used here are (not affiliate links):
  • Door - Sherwin Williams Cajun Red (link, a pretty red-orange in real life, looks slightly more brown here)
  • Siding - Sherwin Williams Rookwood Blue Green (link)
  • Trim (white) - Sherwin Williams Pure White (link)
  • Trim (teal) - Sherwin Williams Still Water (link)
  • Porch floor - Sherwin Williams Pewter Tankard (link)
  • Brick foundation (not shown) - Sherwin Williams Rookwood Dark Brown (link)
  • Mailbox - Ecco E4 in Bronze (link, available via Amazon and elsewhere)
  • Similar Craftsman-style Door With Dentil Shelf (link)
Front Door Before


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