A great, new shade of lipstick can instantly lift your spirits and make you look and feel good. Painting your front door a fabulous new shade can deliver the same results for your home. Looking fresh and updated, your homes curb appeal will be enhanced and your spirits will lift every time you pull into the driveway.

Just like with lipsticks, you stare at a vast array of colours imagining the results, yet when you apply your pick, you are often surprised. Here are a few tips that will help you choose the perfect paint colour.

   A common mistake when selecting an exterior colour is to view the colour chip inside. View the largest sample possible outdoors in bright sunlight, shade and dusk.

   When painting your exterior door, choose a shade darker than you had initially intended. It’s surprising how much brighter and lighter it will look outside.