Welcoming Front Porch Ideas

A welcoming front porch can seriously enhance the curb appeal of your home. It can also create a more inviting atmosphere to come home to each night, as well as for guests when they come to visit.

If you are looking to create an enviable front porch design, then read on for our top décor ideas.

WHAT CAN I PUT ON MY PORCH TO DECORATE IT?

Lighting - Decorative porch lighting could include wall lights, solar lanterns, or festoon string lights.
Outdoor rugs - An outdoor rug or mat is not only practical for wiping feet before people enter your home, but they look cosy and inviting too.
Greenery - Potted plants and garlands add natural beauty to your front porch.
Outdoor seating - Built-in benches or comfy swing seats offer a resting place to take off shoes or chat with your neighbour.
Seasonal decor - From Halloween to Easter and everything in between - dress your porch to impress throughout the seasons.

FRONT PORCH DESIGN IDEAS

Here are some design ideas to help you create a beautiful and welcoming front porch:

It’s all about the door colour

A beautiful porch starts with a beautiful front door.

Pick a door paint colour that makes you happy to create an inviting and cheerful atmosphere as you return home. Remember to follow our handy guide to help you to paint your front door perfectly.

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Play with patterned door tiles

Patterned floor tiles add character and personality to a front porch, and with a huge array of varieties to choose from, you will literally be spoiled for choice.

These monochrome diamond tiles add a London townhouse feel to this stunning front porch and also give serious Queen’s Gambit vibes for fans of the game!

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Serengeti Fire

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Create a great walkway

There’s no point in having a gorgeous front door if the walkway leading to your porch is less than desirable.

Select a material for your walkway that complements the overall style of your home and that is also functional and durable to withstand heavy footfall. You could opt for brick, stone, concrete, pavers, or gravel.

Place some porch furniture

Placing some pieces of furniture on your front porch can be both functional and sociable.

You can arrange your porch furniture in a way that promotes conversation and relaxation - having a small table and chair in your porch means you can enjoy the morning sunshine with a cup of tea while chatting with passers-by as they head out for the day!

Add atmosphere with lighting

Adding decorative lighting to your porch decor will ensure you can always find your keys when you get home in the dark, but it will also help to create an attractive ambience to the front of your home as night falls.

Porch lighting could include pretty fairy lights arranged in potted plants, atmospheric hanging lanterns overhead, or wall sconces that add warmth and cosiness.

Dress your door for the seasons

If you are someone who embraces the seasons and all the festivities that go with them, then why not bring that magic to your front porch?

Egg-themed Easter wreaths, eerie Halloween pumpkin displays and Winter wonderland festive scapes should all take pride of place at the front of your home throughout the year.

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Cello

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PERSONALISE YOUR ENTRANCE

Adding personal touches to your front porch will make it quirky and uniquely yours.

You could display personalised signs, handmade artwork, or other meaningful decorations that reflect your family's personality and interests.

Embrace the natural light

Maximise natural daylight outside your front door with the use of reflective wall mirrors.

Hang mirrors on either side of the porch to create the appearance of more space. This also provides a perfect place to check your appearance before you leave the house!

Pretty potted plants

Plants and greenery in and around your front porch create a welcoming and friendly vibe that also embraces nature and its connection from outside to inside.

Choose a selection of pretty ceramic pots to complement your front door colour, and opt for evergreen plant varieties that will keep their colour throughout the year.

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Paint your door frame

You don’t have to splash out on a new front door to refresh the colour of your front porch.

Painting your door frame a different colour can add visual interest and dramatically change the overall look of your entrance. Opt for a complimentary shade that blends with your door, as well as taking into account the colour of your windows, render and brick type too.

Frame your door with glass panels

Adding glass side panels on either side of your front door will enhance the amount of natural light that enters your home, as well as creating an attractive and stylish look from the outside.

Glass panels come in various shapes, sizes, and designs, allowing you to customise the appearance of your front door to match your home's architecture and your personal style.

Embrace the brass

Upgrade the hardware on your front door to antique brass for a chic and sophisticated impression.

Brass suits many colours, from earthy greens and blues to more traditional black and white shades.

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Magical Malachite

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Have fun with numbers

Elevate your house number and set it apart on the street by sourcing something quirky and individual to place on your front porch.

Hunt down antique pieces from auctions and vintage stores, or have something made up in bespoke ceramic tiles featuring your favourite colours and patterns.

Hang some baskets

Colourful hanging baskets add height and colour to a front porch which is otherwise fairly muted.

Install hooks or brackets on your porch ceiling or walls and hang ferns, trailing vines, or colourful plants such as fuchsias and geraniums to add natural beauty and a touch of elegance.

Bring your new build to life

Add character and charm to a new build or modern home entrance by choosing a pastel paint colour for your front door area.

Soft pinks, peaches and yellows add a whimsical element to your front porch and help to contrast the more modern and minimal features of a newer property.

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Display some artwork

Whether it's hanging wall art or a glistening sculpture, displaying artwork on your front porch is a great way to personalise your entrance.

Just ensure your artwork is weather appropriate and securely attached to the wall or ground for added security and safety.

Name your home

If your house has already got a name, then you could invest in a new name plaque to hang proudly beside the door in your front porch.

If your house doesn’t have a name, then there’s no reason you can’t name it. You might just want to check with your local council first to ensure there are no restrictions in place in your area.

Find a fun letterbox

Keep your postman entertained with an eccentric letterbox that sets yours apart from the other houses.

Antique post boxes are readily available from antique dealers and markets, or if your house is more modern in style, then opt for a sleek, but brightly coloured metal box in a shade to match your door.

Keep things tidy

Finally, ensure you keep your front porch looking clean, tidy and well-maintained.

Regularly sweep away dust and debris from your walkway, clean any furniture and fixtures, and keep the area clutter-free to create a welcoming and inviting space at all times.

Colour match your porch with Valspar

Wanting to match your front door to the colour of your hanging baskets or vintage postbox?

Simply upload a picture online or bring in a sample of the colour to your nearest B&Q store and we can colour-match our dream shade for you.

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