Wednesday, June 1, 2011

I Love Red Doors...

I love red doors on a home or business. For years I have wanted to take the plunge and paint my door red, but have always been too chicken. When I was in Georgetown and Alexandria, Virginia I couldn't help but notice how many homes had red doors and they all looked so warm and welcoming. Red with the brass knockers are my favorites. There were variations of the color as well. I have now decided to actually do it, I'm going to paint my front door red, a regal red I think, maybe slightly brickish. I believe red doors mush have been popular in the colonial era since most of these homes I'm showing are historical homes. I have been  looking for a brass knocker that I can have our name engraved on. I also want a brass door knob. I can't wait for the transformation. I will keep everyone updated.














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7 comments:

  1. pajudieJune 1, 2011 at 2:42 PM

    Those doors look beautiful - good luck with yours. Will be looking forward to photos.
    Judie

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  2. Sam | Away She WentJune 1, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    I've been talking about painting my front door red for a couple months now. One of these days I'm going to stop talking and start doing! Hopefully I don't get a nasty note from the homeowners association about painting it an unapproved color...I think I'll take my chances.

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  3. TammyJune 1, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    Looking forward to seeing your red door! I am your newest follower. Hope you can visit me sometime soon.

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  4. Ricki TreleavenJune 1, 2011 at 9:22 PM

    Red doors rock! They always remind me of Elizabeth Arden. :D When will yours be done!

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  5. ScarlettJune 2, 2011 at 12:50 AM

    Red doors are fabulous, look forward to seeing yours! Scarlett x

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  6. Sweet Cottage DreamsJune 3, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Oh yes, like Ricki said, "RED doors rock!!"
    Great inspiration here! Oh, btw, thank you for your kind comment you left on my blog. I would LOVE to work for a magazine!!!

    hugs,
    Becky

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  7. SueLovesCherriesJune 5, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Hi Susie! Yes, red doors are gorgeous! Very Colonial, and typical New England style. Of course, I bucked tradition and painted my doors blue, after a pretty cottage on an address label I used to have!

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