I really wanted to add some curb appeal without spending a ton of money, so I decided to add some paint to my front door. And, I love it! This door didn’t cost me a thing. A few years ago, my daughter pained her bedroom black. Yes, black. I came across this left over paint, and knew how I could use it.
I almost forgot to take a before picture! As you can see I had already started painting when I remembered to take a photo. My doggie also wanted to be in the photo! As you can see, I started off with just a plain white door.
Covering white with black paint really does take several coats. At first I was using a brush, but I noticed that the brush left too many brush strokes. To create a smoother, cleaner finish, I decided to use a small foam brush for smooth surfaces.
The door needed three total coats of paint. In the end, I think it looks great, and I loved the drama it added to a pretty simple front porch. Give it a try! It won’t cost you a ton, and I think you will love how it changes your front entry. Leave a message and let me know about your DIY projects!