What to know before you jump in painting
House 9 Interiors
Black is such a versatile color.
But before you pick up that roller, here’s what to know about painting interior doors black.
Is Painting Interior Doors Black a Good Idea?
House 9 Interiors
Painting interior doors black is typically a good idea if it’s a well-thought-out idea.
For starters, you should consider how the color black will looknext to your current wall colorand other furniture.
Think of this design choice in relation to the whole room, not just the door.
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With already-painted doors, you’ve got less to lose.
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Experiment with Different Hardware
Black doors look greatwith any color hardware.
Of course, it might be your initial instinct to go with black hardware on a black door.
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If you want to go the traditional route,white is a safe bet.
To add some drama and draw even more attention to the black door, paint the trim black.
LRV refers to how much light a paint reflects.
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A pitch black surface will have a light reflectance value of 0.
Here are three classic options for a jumping-off point.
If you prefer a more antique look, brass door knobs contrast especially well on black doors.
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Then, decide whether you want a pitch-black hue or one with a little bit of light reflectance.
However, this isn’t necessarily a bad thing if you’re going for more of a cozy feel.
