33 Black Front Door Ideas for a Sleek Entry

If you're in need of some inspiration as you design your home's exterior, look no further than these black front doors, all of which are perfectly timeless and elegant. Black front doors complement a number of different home styles, too, meaning that you can enjoy this look no matter whether your house is a classic colonial, ultra-modern, or somewhere in between.

Here are 33 black front door ideas to give your home some major curb appeal.

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Say Yes to Silver

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A black front door pops against this home's red brick exterior. Note that when selecting hardware for your black front door, you can choose among black, gold, or silver. Here, the silver pieces selected complement the text on the nearby address plaque perfectly.

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Go for the Gold Hardware

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This light brick house features a black front door with gold hardware, which, when paired with plenty of brightly colored florals, majorly brightens up the exterior.

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Make It Rustic

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Black front doors are so versatile; whether you're designing your exterior to look sleek or rustic, you cannot go wrong selecting this color. Here, colorful rustic style accents liven up this front stoop.

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Celebrate the Season

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Black doors look beautiful all year long, but they're particularly fun to decorate around when the fall and winter holidays arrive, given that they'll really allow the green, orange, and red decor to pop.

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Don't Underestimate Black and Tan

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Black and tan is a classic color combination that is widely appreciated and complements a number of aesthetics. Here, black accents like an outdoor bench and set of lanterns keep this color story consistent.

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Add Elegance with Topiaries

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This window-filled front door looks extremely sophisticated, and two tall topiaries in beautiful planters only make this entrance appear even more stately.

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Choose Lanterns to Match the Door

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Embellish your exterior by selecting hanging lanterns that complement your door color. Black is a smart option as there are many types of light fixtures available in the hue.

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Hang up a Bright Wreath

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This black front door is nice and festive looking for fall with the addition of red and orange accessories—which just so happens to look extra cheerful next to the red brick.

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Or Go Big With Leaves

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Don't be afraid to wrap a garland around your front door, too, if you wish. Black is a nice neutral base for any type of seasonal decoration.

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Emulate This Farmhouse Facade

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This farmhouse-style home features a big front porch that is extra inviting, complete with a black front door and matching black shutters.

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Mix the Unexpected and the Classic

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This home is painted a rarely seen peach color, which is super sweet. If you select a nontraditional exterior color for your home, you may choose to pair it with a front door hue that is more commonplace as a compromise.

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Tone Down a Busy Exterior

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Black is also a nice, solid color choice when the exterior of your home is quite busy. You can see black's grounding quality in action here with this facade, which features a range of different materials, including brick, wood, and stucco.

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Accessorize Like a Pro

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Even the smallest accessories can jazz up a simple entryway in no time without breaking the bank. A peppy plant, wreath, doormat, and welcome sign bring plenty of personality to this stoop.

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Go All Out With Garland

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Deck the halls! Greenery and ribbon add a spirited seasonal touch when wrapped all around this black front door.

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Look to the Roof

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Though the exterior of this home is largely white, the black front door plays off of the roof color in a way that appears sophisticated and thoughtful.

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Consider Pairing Black and Stone

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A number of front door colors look nice paired with stone, but of course, you can never go wrong with a tried and true black if you prefer something traditional.

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Design a Door That Really Stands out

Design by Sarah Joy

This double door was formerly an olive-brown color, but the homeowner took on a DIY makeover to ensure her entryway would pop a bit more, opting for a sleek black shade instead.

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Make a Black Door Nice and Sweet With Flowers

Design by Funky Junk Interiors

Black is often thought of as super sleek and moody, but setups like this one demonstrate how sweet it can be—just look at those charming flower boxes beside the doorway.

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Display Decor in a Hanging Basket

Design by Snazzy Little Things

Adding a hanging basket to the front door is another way to infuse some character into your entryway, and you can fill the basket with seasonal decorations of all kinds as the year goes by.

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Help a Small Door Command Attention

Design by Amy Sadler

This recessed black door is narrow in size, but its black color ensures that it doesn't easily blend into the exterior of the home.

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Use Plants to Add Color

Design by Friday We're in Love

If you have a black front door but crave a bit more color, note that plants are a simple way to add a bit of life to your exterior without making any permanent changes. Plus, you can switch them up seasonally, too.

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Choose a Chic Doormat

Design by Room for Tuesday

Finish off your entryway with a stately doormat that reflects the colors present on your front door. It's a surefire way to make a stylish first impression.

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Bring Out a Bench

Design by Simply2Moms

If you have even more room, select a bench that matches your front door, too, while also enjoying its functional offerings.

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Give Your Hardware a Facelift

Design by The Kim Six Fix

If your door has seen better days, remember that new hardware and some stylish address numbers may be all you need to give your door a facelift.

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Revamp Your Windows

Design by Home With Janny

Note that new windows can work wonders in transforming your front door. This front door formerly featured a small curved window at the top, preventing ample sunlight from shining into the home.

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Embrace the Little Details

Design by Fresh Mommy Blog

Let those little architectural details have their moment. Black paint allows the artful grooved design on this door to really stand out.

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Sync Up With Your Storm Door

Design by Bigger Than the Three of Us

If you have a storm door, note that you can choose to paint it the same color or a different one as your actual front door. However, many people will opt for a coordinating look, as illustrated here.

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Commit to a Black and White Combo

Design by Taryn Whiteaker

If your front door is black with a white trim, like this one, select a welcome mat that features a combination of both of those colors. Your guests are sure to notice how cohesive your entryway looks from the moment they walk up to ring the doorbell.

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Don't Underestimate the Power of a Pop of Black

Design by GTM Architects

This home is largely white and light yellow; only the shutters and front door are black, yet they still make a stylish impression, proving that just a little bit of color can go a long way.

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Mix and Match Colors and Materials

Design by GTM Architects / Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

This majorly modern home beautifully combines all kinds of materials. If you, too, desire an industrial-looking property, be sure to mix together blacks, woods, and metals.

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Keep It Simple

Design by GTM Architects / Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

This delightful farmhouse is simple in that it doesn't feature shutters or much exterior detailing, but the classic black and white color combination doesn't fail to shine nonetheless.

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Choose a Timeless Approach

Design by GTM Architects

This federal-style home with a black front door is an example of a classic facade that has been popular for centuries.

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Use Black to Modernize Your Home

Design by GTM Architects / Photo by Stacy Zarin Goldberg

This ranch home has a contemporary exterior full of black accents, which makes what is now a less common style of house appear current and stylish.