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<\/p>\nYour foyer is the first space guests see when they step foot into your home. Consider this space a preview of the rest of your home, encouraging a welcoming,\u00a0 inviting feeling. Cultivating a united and impactful design scheme throughout your home should start with the entryway, and our foyer ideas will help provide you with inspiration.<\/p>\n
When you think about the entrance into your home, does it give off the vibe you intended? If not, what needs to be changed? Maybe you\u2019re looking for something more creative but instead, you have a dull white color. Perhaps your light gray walls came out more passive than you wanted and you\u2019re interested in something more bold and striking.<\/p>\n
Once you consider these questions and get a clear idea of your design ideas, you\u2019ll be able to start hunting for a fresh entryway color that will not only entice your guests but also make you more excited to walk into your home each day. There are many different options for foyer paint colors, but regardless of your style, you\u2019ll want to ensure that whatever color you choose feels welcoming to your guests. If you\u2019re not sure what kind of look you\u2019re going for, below are some entryway paint color ideas and top picks along with foyer ideas to help inspire your design vision.<\/p>\n
You should determine if your space will be dedicated as a mudroom or foyer. The mudroom is designed to be the room between the outdoors and the entrance to the home. It gives family and friends the opportunity to remove wet, muddy shoes and clothes and to wipe off pets so they don\u2019t track dirt and germs into the home. In newer homes, mudrooms are typically located at the entrance to the home from the garage, and some may also include laundry machines and storage cabinets or closets.<\/p>\n
A foyer is still meant to separate the outdoors from the rest of the home and serve as an area where guests can orient themselves before heading into the home. It\u2019s typically more formal than the mudroom, with nicer decor and less storage space, and located at the front door entrance.<\/p>\n
After you\u2019ve determined which purpose you want your entryway to serve, choose a color palette that reflects the purpose of the space as well as the personality of your family.<\/p>\n
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Different shades of browns, tans, and dark beiges are a way to incorporate neutrals into your foyer while also introducing an elegant aesthetic. These go-to colors are classic and comfortable, but still bold enough to make a statement.<\/p>\n
For example, a foyer paint color like\u00a0Nearly Brown SW 9093<\/a>\u00a0by Sherwin-Williams is a neutral taupe with yellow undertones that will warm up your foyer and set a welcoming tone.<\/p>\n A great option for a beautiful green is\u00a0Night Watch<\/a>\u00a0from Pantone. As a rich, luxurious shade of green, it\u2019s a take on the more traditional forest green but more muted with a slight hint of blue. It is a black-infused, earthy green tone that is reminiscent of a plush forest on a foggy afternoon. Night Watch brings a nature-inspired look that can make your home feel fresh, calming, and welcoming. Whether you have windows offering views of trees, fields, and open skies or you just want to incorporate nature into your home, this beautiful green tone is an excellent choice. Easily bring this color into your home with\u00a0Hunt Club SW 6468<\/a>\u00a0by Sherwin-Williams.<\/p>\n This earthy green tone can be used as an accent or painted on all the walls in the foyer, anchored by light trim. Match it with light accents such as whites, tans, creams, or light blue colors, wood or metal furniture, and bright glass mirrors.<\/p>\n Pewter is a rich, alluring shade that adds intrigue to any room while also remaining a neutral color. Introducing\u00a0Benjamin Moore\u2019s Pewter 2121-30<\/a>\u00a0hue into your foyer will set a sleek, comfortable, clean tone for your home.<\/p>\n Although it\u2019s not a color you see every day, it\u2019s becoming more and more popular as it blends perfectly with all types of wood and metallic furniture pieces. It works cohesively with almost any other color or shade, making it a great option if you\u2019re not interested in purchasing any new furniture or decor pieces.<\/p>\n To make a pewter foyer even more captivating, try painting the trim the same color as the walls for an uninterrupted look and feel throughout the entryway.<\/p>\n For a darker take on this classic shade,\u00a0Sherwin-Williams Peppercorn (SW 7674)<\/a>\u00a0would make a lasting impression in any foyer.<\/p>\n Traditionally, entryways have been painted a light color. Whites, light creams, light yellows, and light blues have been a go-to for many over the past few years. However, incorporating darker, bolder colors into the foyer can create a \u201cwow\u201d factor for guests as they enter. But CertaPro Painters\u00ae is encouraging homeowners to incorporate darker colors that are less frequently used into foyers.<\/p>\n Consider using dark paint colors in your foyer, such as\u00a0Benjamin Moore\u2019s Hale Navy<\/a>. Deep shades such as Hale Navy are regal, make a lasting impression, and look crisp and clean against white accents.<\/p>\n Add an element of interest when guests step foot into your home with a different color on one of the walls in your foyer. This is also the perfect alternative if you like a dark color, but don\u2019t want the entire foyer to be a deep shade.<\/p>\n Whether you use it as an accent wall or around the entire foyer, a pattern can add even more eye-catching interest to your home. Patterns can be simple painted designs like chevrons or stripes or can be complex and textured with wallpaper, stenciling, and more. It also offers a great way to add multiple colors into the space depending on the complexity of the pattern.<\/p>\n An alternative to painting an accent wall in your foyer is to paint the front door an interesting color. This small project can completely change the look and feel of your home, welcoming guests from the outside and breaking up the monotone colors you see when coming home every day.\u00a0 As a bonus, a colored door will hide everyday stains and wear and tear that is likely to appear on a white surface.<\/p>\n In addition to a front door refresh, you can even try a bold accent color to lighten up your dark foyer. One example is to paint a bright yellow door for a navy blue foyer. If your foyer is more of a muted color, such as a sage green or a light gray, painting your door a deep shade could provide a pleasant contrast.<\/p>\n Having your foyer repainted is a quick and easy way to change the entire aesthetic of your entryway. But when you\u2019re choosing your color palette, be sure to consider your flooring to avoid clashing colors and materials.<\/p>\n In many cases, flooring is a neutral shade so you may not have to worry. But you don\u2019t want to pick a color that is too close to your flooring. A contrasting floor and wall color ensure that the room is broken up and has clean, straight lines.If you want a dark wall color but your flooring is dark, you can still make it work. Just make sure the hue is light enough that they do not run into each other.<\/p>\n After you\u2019ve selected the perfect color to wake up your foyer, don\u2019t stop there. Incorporate the shade into the rest of your house for a cohesive look across your decor. A few options for this are painting one wall in the room, painting half the wall and breaking it up with a border or chair rail, or painting doors for an added accent.<\/p>\n Our team at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of San Francisco is trained to help walk you through the process, from color to finish. Schedule your\u00a0estimate online<\/a><\/u>, or by calling us at\u00a0415-661-8400<\/a>\u00a0to speak with a painting professional about the painting plan that fits the goals of your space and your budget.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Your foyer is the first space guests see when they step foot into your home. Consider this space a preview of the rest of your home, encouraging a welcoming,\u00a0 inviting feeling. 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<\/p>\nPewter Shades<\/h3>\n
Dark, Bold, Expressive Colors<\/h3>\n
Add an Accent Wall<\/h3>\n
Incorporate Patterns<\/h3>\n
Add an Accent Door<\/h3>\n
Consider Your Flooring<\/h3>\n
Incorporate the Color Throughout the House<\/h3>\n
Let\u2019s Get Painting<\/h2>\n