2016 Door Color Trends

MAUMEE, Ohio–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Ravishing Red. Blackberry. Courtyard Green. These
are just three of the top 10 hot residential door colors for 2016
identified by color expert Kate Smith.

“Front door colors that will be favorites this year are all earthy,
stand-out shades,” says Smith, president of Sensational Color. “From
bold and expressive colors influenced by cross cultural experiences to
muted hues that invite us to relax and step out of the fast flow of
life. All of the 2016 color trends allow homeowners to express their
personality and style.”

For homeowners looking to convey their “colorful self,” Smith suggests
selecting paintable doors, such as those found in the Therma-Tru®
Classic-Craft® Canvas Collection® and Pulse® doors. “These doors are a
blank canvas for color and can work as an accent for the home exterior,”
says Smith. “The beauty of these doors is that they can be painted to
reflect the most current preferences or our need for something new.”

2016 Door Color Trends

Smith describes the top 10 door colors for 2016 and four categories of
homeowners selecting these trendy colors as follows:

• Juneberry (Sherwin-Williams SW 6573) – An attention-getting,
  earthy color that merges past and present into a modern design.
  Ideally suited for an expressive homeowner who likes to show
  enthusiasm for life.
• Blueberry Hill (Benjamin Moore 812) – A fun take on a
  tried-and-true blue hue, this color works well for an amiable
  homeowner because it shows a natural ability to create harmony through
  every aspect of life.
• Courtyard Green (Benjamin Moore 546) – This quietly determined
  color kicks green up a notch. Also for an amiable homeowner, this
  color puts a modern spin on organic elements to create a unique style
  accent.
• Lazy Afternoon (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1007-5) – This neutral
  color reminds us of a quiet afternoon in a soothing space. People
  drawn to this door color are reflective in nature, often viewing their
  home as their personal haven.
• Friendly Yellow (Sherwin-Williams SW 6680) – A pale, neutral
  yellow that’s warm and welcoming. Homeowners selecting this color
  trust their instincts and use them wisely to successfully navigate
  through life.
• Blackberry (Sherwin-Williams SW 7577) – Pulling black out of
  its depth by adding fresh berry creates a color that is dramatic and
  modern. Discerning homeowners who gravitate to design styles that are
  both functional and beautiful will love this door color.
• Galapagos (Behr T16-04) – This energetic color revives spirits
  and rebalances the energy in our lives. Whether you are an optimist,
  nonconformist or someone who just likes to voice an opinion, your
  expressive personality is heard loud and clear with this stylish color.
• Calabash Clash (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1135-6) – An adaptable
  color that can evoke serenity or awaken a home to infinite
  possibilities, this color works best for reflective homeowners who are
  best described as smart, complex and stable.
• Black Walnut (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1014-7) – A sophisticated
  blend of black and brown, this hearty color choice connects to a
  homeowner’s need for strength and stability. A reflective person who
  goes within themselves to gain strength and stay centered would feel
  in tune with this color on their front door.
• Ravishing Red (Benjamin Moore 2008-10) – Somewhere between bold
  red and quiet terracotta, the overall surrounding of the home will
  determine if this color is seen as vibrant or subdued. Expressive
  homeowners who are creative like to use this unexpected color to show
  their optimistic style toward life.

Universal Colors for the Home

According to Smith, one of the most appealing aspects of the 2016
forecasted door color trends is their ability to work well with
different home exterior textures, materials and finishes. “These colors
all lend themselves to both new construction and remodeling projects for
a home exterior,” says Smith. “A painted Therma-Tru fiberglass door can
be the sole upgrade project on a home or part of the construction of a
new home.

“The universality of these colors work well with sidings made of brick,
cement or hardboard. They complement trim elements of the home too –
whether woodgrain, smooth or textured.

“Overall, these colors reflect our appreciation of natural environmental
settings. These are colors that define who we are, what our lifestyles
are, and what our personalities say about ourselves to our family and
friends.”

About Kate Smith

Career color trend forecaster Kate Smith shows companies, designers and
consultants how to become a go-to resource for color expertise. She
provides color information, tools and services using her color
expertise. Free copies of her successful e-books, FRESH Color Schemes
for Your Home Exterior and FRESH Home Exterior Colors, along
with other color tips, can be found at http://www.thermatru.com/design-innovation/design/index.aspx.

About Therma-Tru

Therma-Tru is the leading entry door brand most preferred by building
professionals. Founded in 1962, Therma-Tru pioneered the fiberglass
entry door industry, and today offers a complete portfolio of entry and
patio door system solutions, including decorative glass doorlites,
sidelites and transoms, and door components. The company also offers
low-maintenance Fypon^® urethane and PVC products.
Headquartered in Maumee, Ohio, Therma-Tru is part of Fortune Brands Home
& Security, Inc. (NYSE: FBHS). For more information and product warranty
details, visit www.thermatru.com,
www.fypon.com
or call (800) 537-8827.

Contacts

For Therma-Tru
Mary Miller, 419-893-9600
mmiller@hartinc.com