11 Trending Colors for Wooden Front Doors in 2025

There are a lot of things to like about wooden front doors. From their durability to the natural insulation they provide, they offer homeowners a lot of extra value. They’re even eco-friendly when made from sustainably harvested timber species, such as knotty alder.  

But while these are all benefits that make wooden front doors especially attractive, there is another thing we love about them in particular: You can stain or paint them in virtually any color you like. In fact, if you don’t mind putting in a little elbow grease, you can change up your front door’s color whenever the mood strikes. 

Color preferences, however, tend to vary with time. One year, people may prefer natural wood tones; the next year, they may favor bright pastel colors instead. 

We’ll try to help you stay up to date by sharing some of the most popular current trends for front door colors. 

11 Wooden Front Door Colors That Are Hot in 2025

One of the most noteworthy things we’ve noticed this year is that — unlike some years in which a relative handful of colors dominate — an incredible array of front door colors seem to be trending. 

This means you have a ton of options available, and you should have no trouble finding something that fits your tastes and home. However, you will probably notice one thing right off the bat: Everyone seems to be in love with yellow and blue tones this year!

1. Violet Blue

Violet blue is a lovely front door color that we’re happy to see trending. Commonly seen in the natural world and found in everything from flowers to gemstones to tropical fish, the color is often associated with a feeling of calmness. However, it also projects a sense of sophistication, which some homeowners love. 

Just note that violet blue is a pretty bold color choice for a front door, so it is typically best paired with more neutral colors, like white, grey, and beige. 

2. Mossy Green

An ideal color for those who prefer earth tone color palettes, mossy green pairs well with both neutral colors and bold choices, such as burnt orange and terracotta. But interestingly, mossy green also works surprisingly well alongside more unusual color choices, including light pink and gold. 

Mossy green (which is sometimes called simply moss green) is often associated with feelings of tranquility, stability, and safety, and it is often used as a symbol for growth or renewal. 

3. Buttercup Yellow

Like violet blue, buttercup yellow is a vibrant color that commands attention. However, while it is quite intense, it is often considered a little more palatable as a front door color by many. 

Buttercup yellow pairs well with bold hues, including deep red, teal, and navy blue. However, it also works well for neutral or pastel color palettes. It can, for example, look stunning when paired with white, beige, turquoise, or grey elements. 

4. Muted Yellow

We told you that yellow tones were popular this year! But whereas buttercup yellow is bright and somewhat intense, muted yellow is softer and works better with pastel color palettes. Often associated with feelings of peace and serenity, muted yellow can also be useful for “calming” bold color schemes. 

And while some may look past muted yellow, finding it to lack the umph they’d like, it’s important to understand that yellow tones typically appear brighter once applied to things like walls and doors.   

5. Warm Brown

Warm brown may seem like a boring choice to some, but there is actually something quite exciting about using this color for your home’s exterior: It often enhances curb appeal and boosts resale value. 

But aside from financial considerations, warm brown is also a very flexible color that works with a variety of hues and tones. It can look quite nice alongside muted or mustard yellow, and it really pops when paired with pink or navy blue. Warm brown also works well with neutral tones, ranging from beige to khaki to white, and it can be very handsome when used alongside black. 

6. Navy Blue

Navy blue is a great color that symbolizes things like trust and stability, making it a welcome choice for your home’s front door. While it is often considered a “winter color” in fashion circles, many homeowners find that navy blue home accents – including front doors – are gorgeous all year long. 

And because navy blue works well with so many other colors in home-design contexts, it has become especially popular as of late. According to Better Homes & Gardens, you can pair navy blue with everything from sky blue and Kelly green to gold and red.    

7. Midnight Blue

Many people often consider midnight blue and navy blue to be the same color, but that’s actually not the case. Midnight blue is much darker than navy blue; in fact, midnight blue is often regarded as the deepest, darkest shade of blue. 

Because it is such a dark color, midnight blue pairs with a number of interesting colors. If your tastes lean toward the subtle, you can use it alongside things like olive or light blue. But if you’d like something a little bolder, you can pair it with things like orange, yellow, gold, or even hot pink. 

8. Charcoal Grey

Before you simply say “boring!” and move on to the next color, we recommend giving charcoal grey a chance! We admit that it may not seem like the most exciting color to paint your front door, but this can actually be a good thing when you’re trying to pick a front door color that will match a home that is already clad in bold or aggressive tones. 

In fact, charcoal grey matches with an incredible array of colors. Deep blues and rich greens are some of the best options, but pink, yellow, and orange also match it well. You can also use it with just about any neutral tone you like, from white to beige to black. But if you ask us, we love seeing it paired with more unique colors, such as peach and sage. 

9. Black

It feels strange listing black as a “trending” color, given that it is typically considered a classic color with timeless appeal. But while that may very well be true, there’s no denying that more and more homeowners are painting their front doors black. 

Honestly, this isn’t surprising, given the sheer flexibility black provides. Black can not only symbolize everything from power to elegance to mystery, but it will work well with any color of the rainbow. It looks marvelous as an accent color for brown or grey houses, but it can also work with bold colors, including red or white. 

As a bonus, black front doors tend to look great with less maintenance, as they don’t show dirt well. 

10. Lavender

Often described as a light purple color with pink and blue undertones, lavender is somewhat similar to violet blue, but it’s markedly less intense. Often regarded as a pastel color, lavender typically conveys feelings of serenity, peace, and “overwhelming beauty,” according to Adobe. It also tends to project a very spring-like feel, thanks to the fact that many spring flowers have lavender petals. 

Matching lavender to other colors can require a bit of finesse, as it isn’t especially flexible. Understated beige and gray tones work well, as do pastel pink and yellow. 

11. Terracotta

A color that was named for the clay-like material used to make everything from roofing tiles to plant pots, terracotta is often associated with Mediterranean homes and decors. However, many homeowners have started painting their front doors this color for other home styles. 

Like lavender, terracotta requires careful thought when trying to pair it with other colors. It works well with neutral tones, ranging from white to grey, and that’s how it is often paired traditionally. However, it can look fantastic alongside teal, yellows, and sage green. 

Choose a Knockety Front Door in the Color of Your Dreams Now!

No matter which color you’d like for your front door, you’ll want to be sure you select a high-quality option that was handmade in the U.S. by professional craftsmen – like the ones offered by Knockety. 

We may not offer doors in every conceivable color of the rainbow, but we do stock an impressive array of options. And you can always select an unfinished wooden door, if you’d like to paint or stain it yourself. Check out our complete selection of wooden doors or drop by our Houston showroom to see them in person.