Choosing the right trim can transform the homes entry and draw attention from potential buyers or neighbors.
Arches are extremely popular exterior door trim designs.
These are timeless features that look great with any front door color and size.
This idea will give your entryway more natural light while making the space appear larger.
Here, the front doors trim has an extended casing with paned glass for a more detailed appearance.
The lintel is connected to the pilasters using mitered joints.
Flat Butted
A slightly more elaborate take to mitered trim is a butted option.
This is where you have the pilasters butted directly into the lintel without the need to miter the edges.
Craftsman Style
A front door trim on a Craftsman-style home is typically made of flat stock.
The simple trim is a little larger than the pilasters width.
The simple color combo makes a statement without looking dramatic.
Add Ornate Details for Drama
Not all front door trims have to be plain and simple.
An ornately designed trim will complement both vintage and contemporary front doors.
After all, you want to make a great first impression so why not go big?
Take a look at this black double front door with its sophisticated trim that makes a striking entrance.
We love the blend of colors with the Oriental-style door casing for a dramatic statement.
The material used for the trim will also play an important role in the aesthetic appearance of your trim.
While materials like PVC or vinyl are durable and low maintenance, they are less appealing than natural wood.
You may use a combination of both metal and wood for your exterior doors trim.
Natural wood is a beautiful material thats versatile and works well with any door material.
That said, you must pick a wood thats resistant to rot and mold.
In this case, we recommend cedar or oak.
Remember to stain the wood trim before installation.
In this example, wood plays a dominating role as the trim material as well as the front door.
What is the Trim Around the Front Door Called?
The trim around the front door is often called a doorway casing.
An exterior doors trim consists of several parts.
The casing refers to the interior trim, while the brickmold is the removable exterior trim.
This is for decorative purposes based on the homeowners preference.
The trim detail on the top of the exterior door is referred to as a header.
This is the structural component of the doors framing.
Butted Vs. Mitered, Which is a Better Trim Choice?
Builders or DIYers can implement the front doors trim using the butted or mitered casing.
This usually involves connecting the wooden or vinyl boards thinner edge to the inner frame.
The end result is a clean and neat wood joint.
Butted Trim Joints
This trim joint connects 2 flat surfaces at a 90-degree angle.
It is typically done using nails and adhesive.
The butted joints connect the flat board casing on top of the side trim.
