Simple Trick for Knowing What Color To Paint the Side of a Door Is Brilliant

Ever stood there, paintbrush in hand, staring at your door frame and wondering what on earth you're supposed to do? Should the door frame match the door? Should it match the room? Should you just give up and wallpaper everything instead? (Don't do that...)

Well, put down your brush and take a deep breath because TikTok creator Kayla has the simplest solution that will put an end to your color dilemma—and it's so brilliant, you'll wonder why you didn't think of it before.

Imagine this scenario: your hallway is a stunning emerald green, pretty enough to make the Wicked Witch jealous. Just next door, your living room is a serene cream, a peaceful retreat from the chaos of the outside world. Both are beautiful, yes, but there’s that pesky door between them. What color should it be ? And more importantly, what about the frame ?

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Here's where Kayla's genius comes into play. According to her, when the door is open, you should match the edge of the door with the color of the room it faces. That means if your door swings inward into the cream living room, you paint the edge with the doorknob the same lovely cream. The frame that swings out into the hallway, where the hinges are, gets painted emerald green. Simple, right? This trick ensures that when the door is open, the colors align seamlessly, giving you a cohesive look that screams, "I know what I’m doing!" (Even if you don't always feel like you do..."

Other Door Painting Tips

But wait, there's more! Let's say this little trick has inspired you to go full Picasso on your doors and frames. Here are two more painting hacks that will elevate your space from "meh" to "wow." First, if you're working with a small, cramped space, consider painting your doors and frames the same color as your walls. This creates a unified look that makes the room appear larger and less cluttered. Plus, it’s a sneaky way to hide any imperfections in the door or frame, because hey, we all have them.

Now, if you want to add a bit of flair without going overboard, try painting just the inner edge of your door a fun, contrasting color. Think of it as a little surprise every time you open the door. It adds a touch of personality without being too in-your-face. Imagine opening a soft gray door to reveal a sunny yellow edge—instant mood lift!

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