There are a lot of things to think about when selecting a new garage door, such as the style, materials, and, of course, colour. With so many alternative combinations, picking the best option can be difficult. Some people suggest matching the colour to your home’s trim, others the front door, or just the colour of your home. In this article, we’ll look at some tips for determining a suitable colour for your home, and review some popular colour combinations to help you choose.

Should the Garage Door Colour Match My Home’s Trim?

When in doubt it is never a bad option to match your garage door with your home’s trim colour. In fact, painting your garage door the same colour as your windows and trim is the most popular choice for homeowners (and probably the “safest” too). If you’ve got white trim, go with a classic white door colour for a cohesive look! If you’d like to make a bold statement, you can also decide to contrast the white trim with a black garage door for added pop. 

Should My Garage Door Be the Same Colour as My Door?

This one is up to you – after all, it’s your home! Most home decor experts would agree that front doors and garage doors should match each other, especially if they both face in the same direction (and towards the street). When done right, matching the colour of your garage door with your front door can tie the entire exterior of your home together for a uniform look.

You can also achieve an eye-catching effect by painting the garage door and front door in complementary or contrasting colours. When colours work together, they can achieve a more unique, complex, and interesting appearance. Just be aware that it might be too much of a good thing – if you’ve gone bold with your front door, you may want to choose a more neutral colour for your garage door. 

What Colour Garage Door Has the Most Curb Appeal?

Every homeowner wants their home to have some curb appeal. It can help impress your friends and family or get more interest when selling your home. If you’re replacing your garage door, it may be a perfect time to give your front door a fresh coat or completely replace it as well. Typically, a clean, neutral colour is a great way to go. More bold or two-toned colours won’t appeal to everyone, so if your main concern is attracting more interest in your home, you may want to consider this. 

At the end of the day, designing your home’s exterior should be up to your own personal preference. Not everyone will share the same taste as you, and that’s okay – it’s part of what makes your home unique.

Should My Garage Be the Same Colour as My House?

In most cases, it’s advisable to choose a colour for your garage which ties into the existing colours of your home’s exterior. If you have other colours in the brick or on the trim of your home, consider drawing from them to create more continuity for your home. If the front of your home has more subdued colours like grey brick, consider choosing a garage door colour which will complement it well and stand out as a feature.

Consider the Material of Your Home

As we mentioned, it’s a good idea to consider the other colours of your home. Some homes are like a fresh canvas, while others require more consideration when choosing your garage door colour. Different materials can also make a big difference, as too much texture and colour can be distracting to the eye. For instance, brick has a ton of texture and can come in some strong colours, which may be best complemented by a more subdued garage door colour. 

What Color Garage Door Matches A Gray House?

Gray is a neutral colour, so it’s kind of like a blank canvas. This leaves lots of colour choices for your garage door. If your house is a light gray, you might want to choose a darker, bolder colour that pops. Darker blue doors, for example, will give your home a modern look — just be careful about choosing colours that are closer to gray as this can come off as very bland. Here are a few colours that pair well with a gray exterior: 

• Black
• Blue
• Red
• Green
• Brown
• Gray
• White

What Color Garage Door Matches A Blue House?

Blue houses are unique and stand out already, so it’s a good idea to go with more neutral colours for your garage door. White garage doors for example offer a timeless and classic look that also has a modern feel. Some of our favourite options from our experience include: 

• Brown
• White
• Beige
• Grey

What Color Garage Door With A Brown House?

Brown can be tricky, but you’ve still got plenty of options for garage door colours that will look good with a brown home:

• White
• Black
• Brown
• Beige

What Color Garage Door With A Redbrick House?

Redbrick houses stand out a lot, so it depends if you want to turn this up or down. Depending on the shade of red you’re working with, here are some good options:

• Grey
• White 
• Green
• Black
• Blue

Conclusion

Garage door colour can be an important part of your home’s exterior design. It is a good idea to consider the material of your home, as well as popular colour combinations when selecting a garage door colour. If you are unsure about what colour will look best on your house, contact Canadoor Garage Doors for professional advice. We offer a wide range of garage door colours and styles to choose from, so you can find the perfect match for your home.

About Canadoor Garage Doors

Canadoor Garage Doors specializes in residential garage door installations in Barrie. Since 2009, our reputation has been built on superior quality garage door system installation and reliable service repairs. No project is too big or too small for our technicians. We provide complete residential overhead door solutions, including garage doors, openers, springs, cables, and additional hardware.