What's hot in exterior door colors?

Therma-Tru has weighed in on residential color trends for 2016 via the expert opinion of color theorist 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.”

According to Smith, the trending colors also work well with different home exterior textures, materials and finishes.

"The universality of these colors work well with sidings made of brick, cement or hardboard," she said. "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."

Smith's top 10 picks include:

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  Juneberry (Sherwin-Williams SW 6573)


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  Blueberry Hill (Benjamin Moore 812)


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  Courtyard Green (Benjamin Moore 546)


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  Lazy Afternoon (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1007-5)


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  Friendly Yellow (Sherwin-Williams SW 6680)


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  Blackberry (Sherwin-Williams SW 7577)


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  Galapagos (Behr T16-04)


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  Calabash Clash (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1135-6)


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  Black Walnut (Pittsburgh Paints PPG 1014-7)


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  Ravishing Red (Benjamin Moore 2008-10)