The 8 Best Teal & Navy Blue Front Door Colors: Benjamin & Sherwin
Popular Shades of Dark Blue & Teal
When it comes to the top front door colors, aside from black, blue, and teal, are the front runners. While some red, burgundy, and yellows pop up occasionally, blue and teal are in demand.
However, not all blues are created equal.
Blue tends to cater to blue-violet or blue-green. And while you might prefer one over the other, it’s about which best suits your home’s exterior finishes, such as stone, roof, brick, siding, and landscaping.
As for teal, once you mix ENOUGH green into your blue hue, you enter the wild world of teal, which we’ll be doing shortly.
And one more thing…I’ve given you a range of colors that would give a ‘similar look’ to the photos shown. To see the paint colors suggested, click on the name, but to see what they REALLY look like (as the computer always buggers it up), order your favorite samples from Samplize.
1. SHERWIN WILLIAMS STILL WATER SW 6223
Blue-green front doors can be soft and subtle or punchy and fun, depending on the look you’re going for! And one of the best places to start is Still Water, a dark, moody blue-green shade from Sherwin Williams.
Still Water has an LRV of 10, putting it on the edge of the DARK world without tipping its hat towards black.
SIMILAR COLORS TO SAMPLE & COMPARE
Never pick a color based on how it looks alone. Compare it to similar shades to see how the undertone, depth, and temperature shift —you might be surprised at what you end up with!
- Benjamin Moore Dark Pewter for a bit more of a grounded, dark green look.
- Benjamin Moore Vanderberg Blue for a bit more COLOR/intensity
2. BENJAMIN MOORE WROUGHT IRON 2124-10
Wrought Iron takes navy blue to a WHOLE new level. While we’ll explore more traditional shades shortly, I wanted to hit this first one out of the park!
Wrought Iron is a mix of black and navy blue. It’s not as sharp/crisp as black but has less color than a typical dark blue. This is not just because of its chroma (degree of color) but also because of its LRV, which is 8.17.
SIMILAR COLORS TO COMPARE WITH WROUGHT IRON
Never pick a color without comparison!
- Benjamin Moore Cheating Heart is amazeballs.
- Benjamin Moore Deep Space is a bit lighter and bluer.
3. SHERWIN WILLIAMS RIVERWAY SW 6222
If you want a blue-green with a bit more levity, Riverway could be the perfect shade. While its degree of gray still nods politely at the earth-toned range, it has enough color to show up at the party with bells on.
This gorgeous exterior has brick painted with Romabio Avorio White and is topped off with a gorgeous Riverway front door. You can get a similar look with a flexible, warm, off-white paint color.
I liked the black front door on this next red brick exterior. However, the homeowners hired me to add a bit more color and personality…
A brighter shade of teal would’ve pushed this traditional home right out of its comfort zone. Instead, Riverway adds a bit of personality without tipping the scales too far…
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SIMILAR COLORS TO SAMPLE & COMPARE WITH RIVERWAY
While Riverway is a color unto itself, you MUST compare it to similar shades, as your home might prefer something a bit different!
- Sherwin Williams Rocky River is pretty if you want a bit more green.
- Benjamin Moore Caribbean Teal is a bit lighter and cleaner.
4. SHERWIN WILLIAMS CYBERSPACE SW
Cyberspace is one of my favorite shades of blue for front doors.
Why?
Some blues come in a little hot and stretch a home’s exterior finishes out of their comfort zones. The great thing about Cyberspace is that while it’s navy blue, a whack of gray calms it down. In this next image, Cyberspace is the top sample; notice how it contrasts with the red brick…
Cyberspace has an LRV of 6, so it winks quite inappropriately at the black world without committing, thanks to its blue hue.
FULL Paint Color Review of Sherwin Williams Cyberspace
COLORS THAT ARE SIMILAR TO CYBERSPACE
Cyberspace is in a world of its own, but there are a few shades worth comparing it to…
- Benjamin Moore Hale Navy, for sure (coming up shortly).
- Benjamin Moore Cheating Heart for a bit less blue
5. BENJAMIN MOORE BELLA BLUE 720
Bella Blue is one Southern-inspired beauty! This teal-inspired color is a wicked pretty blend of blue and green, with a bit less gray than some of the shades on this page, giving you more COLOR on your door!
Before, this exterior’s red-stained front door didn’t match the home’s mood and color palette. The inspiration for the door must have been pulled from the front walkway, but it wasn’t the right color direction for this beautiful home.
After, this gorgeous home has WAY more personality, without being punchy or overbearing…
Bella Blue has an LRV of 17.5, parking it in the medium-dark range.
COLORS THAT ARE SIMILAR TO BELLA BLUE FOR SAMPLING & COMPARING
- For more COLOR, check out Benjamin Moore Calypso Blue.
- Sherwin Williams Refuge has similar intentions but is more blue.
6. BENJAMIN MOORE HALE NAVY HC-154
Hale Navy had me at Hale-o. This is because Hale Navy is a LEGIT shade of navy blue that’s not as muted as Cyberspace but not as powerful and potentially overwhelming as a color like Sherwin William Naval.
Hale Navy’s LRV of 8.36 is a bit higher than Cyberspace (6), making it a lighter shade of blue. However, it also has more CHROMA (color).
FULL Paint Color Review of Benjamin Moore Hale Navy
Here’s the previously mentioned Sherwin Williams Naval. Is it gorgeous? HECK YES. Can it be a bit overbearing for a pink brick like this one? Definitely…
At the end of the day, it’s about finding the color that best suits your exterior finishes—make sure your home really suits a navy blue front door!
7. SHERWIN WILLIAMS CLOUDBURST SW 6847
If you’re itching for more COLOR, you have to check out Sherwin Williams Cloudburst. While not every home can handle teal, never mind a teal with more saturation, this is one badass, beautiful shade…
Cloudburst (the above sample on the right) has an LRV of 26, making it the lightest shade on this page. However, thanks to its intensity (degree of color), it makes a big impression.
COLORS TO SAMPLE & COMPARE WITH CLOUDBURST
- I would definitely explore Grand Canal (above photo, left), which is a darker take on Cloudburst.
- Benjamin Moore’s Calypso Blue is an awesome comparable to Cloudburst and Grand Canal.
8. BENJAMIN MOORE EVENING DOVE 2128-30
While Evening Dove is definitely a navy blue, it comes at it a bit softer. While it’s not overly grayed out, it’s not nearly as saturated as the previously mentioned Hale Navy.
Get your Peel & Stick sample of Evening Dove HERE.
TIPS FOR CHOOSING YOUR HOME’S BEST FRONT DOOR COLOR
READ THIS, or kick yourself in the butt later if you don’t!
- Paint colors often look slightly lighter than you think they will on an exterior because of the effects of natural light. It’s hard to see how natural light will play off of that wee tiny chip, so make sure to get Samplize Peel & Stick of your favorite shades – compare at least 3-4 colors to see changes in undertones, depth, and temperature!
- Just because you want a certain color on your door doesn’t mean your home will look good with it! Every home has its best paint color, which might be different from what you had in mind. Take a look at your siding, stone, brick, roof, trim, and landscaping before biting the bullet!
- If your door is under an overhang and heavily shadowed, lean toward a color that is ‘slightly brighter’/more colorful so that the shadows don’t swallow it up
- If your door gets extremely bright sunshine, don’t be afraid to pick a color that is a tad darker and a tad brighter than you think you need. Extreme natural light can wash out a color.
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ORIGINALLY WRITTEN IN 2017, UPDATED IN 2024
I painted my door recently a dark teal and it just blends in but can’t figure out what color that would stand out but not be too bright. The house is dark grey with white trim and black iron. Do you have any suggestions? We are going for a farmhouse look. Thanks in advance for your help! 🙂
Hi Debbie, thank you for asking! I actually have an E-design service just for questions like yours! I try to give as much free info on my blog as I can, and if that doesn’t work, it might be time for a closer look! https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/online-decorating-design-services/
~Kylie
I just ordered a new door. ( Naval ) looks like navy blue to me. Now that question is what color should I Paint the house? Right now it has a beige light, but we want new colors. Please help! Thanks
Hi Karla! I actually do E-design for this exact question! I could throw colours out there, but there’s no saying they would work with the scale/size of your home, trim, windows, roof or any stone/brick. If you’re interested, I can then look at photos as well as a personalized questionnaire and come up with some options that make sense! https://www.kylieminteriors.ca/online-decorating-design-services/
~Kylie
Amazing! I had sea serpent or inkwell for my new home front door but ended up choosing Cyberspace considering your comment on direct light vs porch! Thank you! In my previous home, the front of the house was west facing and I had SW MOUNT ETNA which complemented the landscape beautifully! My favorite front door color ever!o
Wahoo, this is just the type of comment I love to get – THANK you Flavia, and I’m SO glad it worked out for you!
All this time I’ve been following you and using your excellent advice in 3 different homes – and I find out you live in Nanaimo – home of the amazing Bianca of Italian Fix. That little part of the world must inspire greatness!
It is a small world indeed, I’m excited to check out her website!!!
Does Webbed Gray paint color really project a dusky blue tone or is it just the computer screen? Love the color as pictured but sample looks very GRAY….
What finish should you use? Semi gloss, satin?…
Well, it comes down to personal preference, but PERSONALLY, I prefer a satin finish on the door, so that it isn’t too glossy. Some people love their semi-gloss doors though!
Do you also work with Benjamin Moore paint colours?
The image I saw for this article was not included in the article. I would be interested in what color the missing door is. It has cream brick walls and pumpkin patch decorations on the side. I feel like that is the color I want for my front doors. Thank you.
Hi Megan! That’s likely the one with Benjamin Moore Sioux Falls :).
Hi! I am interested in finding out the true color of the the door with house number 820. It has that Sherwin-Williams Still Water is the color but when I got the paint card it seems to have more tones of greens that blues.
Hi Lisa! It really is Still Water! Colour can look different depending on the exposure you’re looking at it in as WELL as the photography skills!
Hi can you tell me the name of the paint colour on the front door featured to access this article? It seems teal grey with the wreath on it and the cart written pumkin and purple mums. Thanks!
I believe that’s Benjamin Moore Sioux Falls 🙂
What is the house trim color that you have with the cyberspace painted
double front doors at the top of the four brick steps?
I have painted my outdoor bar, the colors are chantilly lace on the ceiling boards and the timbers and the outdoor bar on the back side is blue spa and trimmed with chantilly lace and the cabinets behind the bar are blue spa as well. It is a covered deck with dark brown trex decking. My question is what color would complement blue spa on the exterior of our lake house. I was also going to paint my back door blue spa as well.
sorry but it is Blue Lake no blue spa
I love navy front doors, but my house has black shutters. I assume I would also need to paint the shutters navy, as I wouldn’t wear black and navy. Or are the rules different on a house?
Lol!! Couldn’t fall back asleep at 2am, so what better thing to do but scroll through your posts and then I saw my house (Riverway)!! Still loving your selections – they are so perfect and no fretting about “did I pick the right one” and money and time wasted on paint samples, brushes, and painting/drying. Thank you again!
You’re famous! Isn’t that fun, though?! Also, have you tried Magnesium Glycinate for sleep? It works great!