I’m an interior expert – why the color you paint your garage door matters & it could stop your house selling
HOMEBUYERS might rank aesthetic choices like paint colors low on their lists when shopping for a house, but that doesn't mean they're unimportant.
In fact, the color you paint your garage door has a major impact on curb appeal, which is vital if you want to sell your house.
There are unwritten "rules" about the colors you should use on your garage door, but taking a risk and choosing a standout color can be worth it with certain caveats.
Before you , let the experts at Lifehacker guide you through your decision.
STAY COOL WITH BLUE AND GREY
Cool greys and blues are a quaint, classic choice, and look spectacular on certain homes.
If your home is stone or has stone accents, especially lighter grey ones, these colors pull the look together.
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Smoky grey is also a great garage door color if the rest of your home is white or beige.
The neutral adds contrast and gives your home depth without being jarring.
LET BEIGE CREATE A CLEAN FINISH
Soft beiges and light browns complement brick, wood, and other exterior elements.
A warm beige will keep your tan-painted home looking neat, too.
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Try using a warm beige to soften the front of a brick house.
Or pick beige if your home has unfinished, exposed wood elements, and keep your rustic style from looking unkempt.
USE WHITE PAINT FOR A FACELIFT
Classic white is the go-to color for garage doors, but it's understandable if you want something less susceptible to dirt and grime.
The Lifehacker pros said that white is the most popular garage door color, and you can use it to different effects.
"Choose white if you want to match the trim on your windows, doors, and gutters, rendering your garage door a more eye-catching feature," they explained.
"If you want to make the garage door pop against a largely beige or gray exterior, white will make your home look brighter and cleaner on the whole."
ELEVATE YOUR LOOK WITH BLACK
To give your home an air of sophistication, try painting your garage door black.
If your home is primarily white, black can add an air of elegance.
Modern houses will usually look great with a black garage door.
Grey houses also look good with black doors. If you aren't ready to commit to a gothic garage, try dark grey paint instead.
GET WILD WITH A RED ACCENT
If you want to paint your garage door red, make sure it's in good condition.
Just like accent colors in an outfit, accent colors on your home exterior draw attention to specific areas.
If you aren't consistent about cleaning your garage door, or if it often needs repairs, skip this color.
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Red is especially striking when your home's primary color has warm undertones, so a light grey or tan would benefit from the red accent.
Get creative and try maroon or burgundy if fire-engine red is not for you.
