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Front door advice for 1970s NC Ranch?

3 years ago

last modified: 3 years ago

Hi! I'm looking to replace our front door on our 1970's "colonial style" ranch (whatever that means). The current windows are pretty outdated (12 panes top and bottom)-- door is classic 6 paneled "wood at the moment. I would eventually like to paint my brick white and update things. For now, I would like to add more light to my foyer-- so thinking I'll go with a black 4 or 6 pane glass door?? Is that too "farmhouse" or does this style go with whatever the heck style this house might be?! :)I also have a patio door in my sunroom and I will want that door to complement whatever I do here. Thanks for any advice or suggestions. I did a mock up on the Therma-tru site of what the 4 pane might look like. Too farmhouse? Or just classic enough? Would the 6 pane door look better with the windows (as it would mirror the 3 pane vertical of window)? See current and mock-up below. Thank you for advice!

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decoenthusiaste
3 years ago
Unless you're changing the windows, stick with something closer to their style. If your door color were a few shades darker in sage green tones and the shutters matched, it would be quite pretty. Get a handle on the landscaping too. Don't paint the brick. Here's a combo that is VERY popular on Houzz, although the green colors have never really been nailed down well.
Cheryl BKaun
3 years ago
Wow--what a beautiful home with tons of curb appeal!

I would choose a door based on the ranch style and the windows. Something like below. I do think the door you're asking about is too farmhouse looking. Good luck and please keep us posted!
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houssaon
3 years ago
I like that door, but there is a disconnect with the windows. I don't think two over two is the right style for your house.
kathylawyer
3 years ago
Please don't paint your beautiful brick

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