Drab to Dramatic: Yarmouth Exterior Door Recolor in Just One Day

This house project took place in the quiet, coastal town of Yarmouth, Maine, where a homeowner reached out to CYR Painting Service with a request to give their main entry door a professional refresh. The door, a central architectural feature of the home, had lost its original charm. The client was eager to elevate the curb appeal of their property with a new color—one that not only looked beautiful from the street but also tied seamlessly into their interior color palette.

The project scope was focused and precise: upgrade the exterior front door with a color-matched paint job using a high-quality exterior-grade product. While the area was small, the impact was substantial. This was not just about slapping on a new coat of paint. It was about getting the color exactly right and achieving a flawless finish on one of the most visible and frequently used features of the home.

The job was completed in just one day, with costs kept reasonable for the scale of work, the premium materials used, and the expert finish delivered. This was a small project that made a big visual difference.

The homeowner loved the interior design of their home, especially a serene, moody shade of green on the inside of their main door—Farrow & Ball’s Card Room Green. However, the exterior of the door didn’t match. It had faded over the years and no longer reflected the personality or design sensibility of the space within. Every time they walked up to their home, they felt a disconnect.

What they really wanted was continuity—a seamless color transition between inside and out. But they weren’t sure how to match a Farrow & Ball interior shade using durable exterior paint. They also wanted the surrounding side panels in a clean, crisp white that wouldn’t yellow over time.

After doing some research, the homeowner contacted CYR Painting Service to see if a precise color match was possible—and if we could make their front door feel like an intentional, standout feature rather than an afterthought. We assured them it was not only possible—it was exactly the kind of detailed, personal project we love taking on.

• Initial Consultation & Color Match: Met with the homeowner to evaluate the existing door condition and confirm the desired outcome. Used professional-grade color-matching tools to replicate Farrow & Ball’s Card Room Green using Benjamin Moore’s Aura Exterior line.

• Surface Prep: Cleaned and lightly sanded the door and surrounding panels to remove residue and ensure smooth paint adhesion. Taped off adjacent siding and hardware to protect finishes.

• Door Painting: Applied multiple thin coats of color-matched Aura Exterior Satin on the main door to achieve a rich, even color with excellent durability.

• Side Panel Painting: Painted the flanking window panels using Aura Exterior Satin White, ensuring sharp edges and consistent brightness.

• Final Inspection & Clean-up: Conducted a quality check with the homeowner to ensure satisfaction, cleaned the site thoroughly, and shared maintenance tips for keeping the door looking fresh.

The result was exactly what the homeowner had envisioned—a front door that felt intentional, elegant, and perfectly in tune with their interior palette. The color match was spot-on, and the satin finish gave the door a soft, inviting glow. The surrounding white panels added contrast without overpowering the main color, framing the door like a piece of art.

“I honestly didn’t think we could get the color this exact,” the homeowner shared. “Now every time I come home, it just feels right. It ties the whole house together.”

For CYR Painting Service, projects like this are what we’re all about—personal, detail-driven upgrades that make someone feel even more at home. One door, one day, and a transformation that will last for years.