Black Front Doors: Hardware to Match Your Home’s Entrance
18 June 2025
A black front door makes a bold first impression—sleek, timeless, and versatile across design styles. Paired with the right hardware, it transforms from purely functional to a true statement piece.
In this collection of real homes, Iver Hardware demonstrates how thoughtful detailing can elevate your entry.
Set the tone with finish: Cooler metals like nickel and chrome bring clarity and precision. Warmer tones such as brass or bronze add richness, and depth.
Think in proportion: Oversized pulls work best on wide or statement facades. Smaller levers and knobs suit compact or traditionally scaled entries.
Add character: Centre knobs and knockers introduce personality—whether through a heritage reference or sculptural expression.
Design Inspiration: Real Homes with Black Front Doors
Heritage charm, reimagined. The Dulux ‘Black’ semi-gloss finish brings depth, while clear sidelights frame the entry and invite in natural light. Part of Iver’s Sarlat collection, the Brushed Brass Door Knocker and Centre Door Knob combine classic detailing with bold scale—creating a tactile and memorable first impression.
A charcoal paneleddoor is framed in natural timber, bringing rhythm and contrast to the facade. In Signature Brass, the Brunswick Pull Handle becomes a sculptural focal point—its solid form and knurled detailing adding both weight and a subtle industrial edge.
Minimalist and refined. Framed by full-height glazing, this black front door serves as a visual anchor against the crisp white facade. The Oxford Lever in Satin Nickel adds a tailored edge—its subtle curve and clean lines bridging classic detailing with contemporary restraint.
Set within a white Queenslander, this front door inPorter’s Paints ‘River Stone’ charcoal pairs vertical glazing with warm brass details. The Sarlat Centre Knob and Ring Door Knocker blend gently into the dark finish—referencing tradition while maintaining a quiet, cohesive presence.
Set within a curved architectural frame, this high-gloss black front door becomes a focal point. The Sarlat Centre Door Knob adds sculptural presence with its bold scale and refined detailing, while the slimline Baltimore Lever integrates effortlessly—offering functionality without distraction.
A multi-pane black door set against crisp white weatherboards creates a bold yet classic contrast. Inspired by French Provincial design, the Annecy Lever introduces timeless refinement—its slim rectangular form, banded detailing, and stepped backplate adding quiet depth and character that transcends trends.
Expansive glazing surrounds a panelled black door, creating a welcoming, light-filled entry. The Sarlat Pull Handle in Signature Brass introduces traditional elegance through its fluted contours and ornamental detailing—adding presence without overpowering the architecture. Integrated security ensures the design remains seamless and functional.
Influenced by mid-century Italian design, this ebony entry features symmetrical side glass panels and a curved fanlight. The Como Lever mirrors this aesthetic with minimalist sophistication—its broad top surface and tapered profile offering a refined balance of form and function in Brushed Brass.
Four stacked glass panes and a solid lower section give this bold black front door a balanced, geometric character. The Sarlat Pull Handle in Brushed Brass adds tonal warmth and a tactile presence, with fluted contours and classic detailing that nod to tradition.
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