Color Palettes

What house color goes with a blue front door?

A blue front door looks best against white, soft gray, warm greige or pale yellow siding. Navy doors suit almost anything, while lighter, brighter blues need calmer siding so they don't compete.

Blue front door: typical tones

Approximate colors of the material, to compare with paint swatches.

Classic navy#2F3E5C
Slate blue#4A5D72
Bright cobalt#2C5A9A
Dusty teal blue#3E6B78

Best wall colors

Real paint colors from Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore and Behr. Tap one for its codes and closest matches.

White Dove OC-17Benjamin Moore · #EFEEE5 · LRV 83.16A soft warm white that makes any blue door pop without feeling stark.Extra White SW 7006Sherwin-Williams · #EEEFEA · LRV 86A clean, cool white for brighter blues and coastal homes.Repose Gray SW 7015Sherwin-Williams · #CCC9C0 · LRV 58A light gray with slight warmth that frames navy and slate doors well.Colonnade Gray SW 7641Sherwin-Williams · #C6C0B6 · LRV 53A light-to-mid warm greige for traditional homes; blue doors look rich against it.Hawthorne Yellow HC-4Benjamin Moore · #F5E1A4 · LRV 71.33Soft buttery yellow siding with a navy door is a cheerful, classic cottage look.Gray Owl OC-52Benjamin Moore · #D3D4CC · LRV 64.51A cool light gray with green hints that suits teal-blue doors.Requisite Gray SW 7023Sherwin-Williams · #B9B2A9 · LRV 45A mid-tone warm gray for siding with a deep blue door and white trim.Tanglewood N320-3Behr · #C4BDB0A warm Behr greige that grounds a blue door on a stone or brick-accent home.

Accent colors

Navy doorNaval SW 6244 · #2F3D4CA deep, classic navy that works with nearly any siding.Slate blue doorVan Deusen Blue HC-156 · #485B6ESlightly brighter for gray or white houses.Teal doorSophisticated Teal HDC-CL-22 · #537175A blue-green door feels fresh on white or gray.
Brass hardware#B8954EWarm metal pops against blue paint.

3 color palettes

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Coastal cottage

White siding and a bright blue door with brass hardware.

Classic Colonial

Greige siding, white trim and a navy door.

Sunny cottage

Butter yellow siding with a navy door feels welcoming.

What to avoid

Tips by room

Siding

Keep siding neutral or soft yellow so the blue door is the hero. Check samples in morning and afternoon light.

Trim

White trim works with every blue. Use a softer white with navy and a crisper one with bright blues.

Shutters

Match shutters to the door for a cohesive look, or use black for contrast.

Door

Brass or black hardware both work. Repeat blue in planters or a doormat, not much else.

Frequently asked questions

What color siding goes with a navy front door?

Nearly all neutrals: white, warm white, gray and greige. Soft yellow siding is a classic cottage alternative.

Does a blue front door go with a gray house?

Yes. Light gray siding with a navy or slate blue door and white trim is a clean, popular combination.

What color shutters go with a blue door?

Match the shutters to the door, or use black or charcoal. Avoid a different blue that almost matches.

What hardware looks best on a blue front door?

Brass adds warmth and a classic touch; matte black looks modern. Both pair well with navy and slate blue.

Related guides

Paint names and codes are trademarks of Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore and Behr; this site is not affiliated with them. Hex values are digital approximations, and material swatches are typical tones, not exact matches. Paint looks different with light, sheen and screens, so test a sample next to your own material before you commit.