Popular window and door colour trends of 2026

Knowing which colour is best for your timber window frames and timber entrance doors can be a difficult decision. So, in this blog, we’re looking at the window and door colour trends 2026 homeowners are choosing, from classic white and warm neutrals to green, blue, black and natural timber stains.

As we move through 2026, colour choices for traditional homes are becoming softer, warmer and more personal. White remains a popular choice for timber windows, but homeowners are also showing more interest in muted greens, deep blues, earthy tones and natural timber finishes.

What was the most popular colour for a timber window frame in 2026?

To help answer this question, we’ve looked at the timber window colours that continue to appeal to UK homeowners when choosing new windows for their properties.

White timber windows
White remains one of the most popular choices for timber window frames. It works well with brick, stone, render and roof colours, making it a safe option for both period and modern homes.

Cream, parchment and warm neutrals
Cream, parchment and soft neutral tones offer a warmer alternative to bright white. These colours can help timber window frames sit more naturally against older brickwork, stone or painted render.

Soft greys and greige tones
Grey window frames are still popular, but the trend has moved away from colder steel greys. In 2026, many homeowners are choosing softer greige, green-grey and warm neutral tones for a less harsh finish.

Natural timber stains
Natural timber stains remain a strong choice for homeowners who want the grain and character of timber to show through. Light pine, oak-style tones, chestnut and richer brown stains can give timber windows a warm and classic appearance.

Choosing the right colour for your property
When selecting a new window colour, consider your home’s exterior materials, overall style and architectural details. The right colour should complement the character of your property and support long-term kerb appeal.

 

How to Choose Window Colours

• Consider your home’s exterior colour palette, including brickwork, render, roof colour and surrounding features.
• Choose a window colour that suits the style of your property, whether it is traditional, modern or period-inspired.
• Neutral shades such as white, grey and soft off-white remain popular because they work well with most UK homes.
• For modern homes, black window frames can create a clean look when paired with white or light-coloured walls.
• Soft grey frames can work well with natural timber stains for a modern but warmer finish.
• Blue or green window frames can add subtle colour without overpowering the overall design.
• Always request colour samples before making a final decision.
• Check samples against your home’s exterior in different lighting conditions, as colours can look different throughout the day.

Browse a wide selection of window colours with Bereco

At Bereco, we want to ensure our customers can choose a window colour that perfectly reflects their personal style and so we offer RAL Classic, RAL Design, NCS and BS colour charts. We can even match to the Farrow & Ball, Earthborn or Fired Earth collections.

From our experience, white frames have always been a popular choice for homeowners up and down the country but one of the many beauties of working with wood is that you can be incredibly adventurous in your choice of colour.

To guarantee homeowners can create custom timber windows, we also offer single or dual colour options so that the interior frame can complement the interior décor, without impacting the external façade.

Driven to deliver quality products of the highest standard, every window we supply has been factory finished using the most environmentally friendly water-based paint or stain.

The most popular timber front door colours in 2026

As a supplier of timber windows and doors, we also looked at the timber front door colours and window frame colours that are proving popular with homeowners in 2026.

White continues to be a classic choice, especially when paired with matching timber windows. However, entrance doors are often where homeowners feel more confident using colour.

Black, charcoal and deep grey remain popular for a smart, traditional finish. These colours work well on timber entrance doors because they create a strong first impression without feeling too bold. They also pair well with chrome, brass, black or antique-style door ironmongery.

Green shades are also becoming a strong choice for timber front doors. Sage green, olive green, French green and deeper heritage greens can add character while still feeling timeless. These tones work especially well on period properties, country homes and houses with natural stone or warm brickwork.

Blue is another colour to watch in 2026. Deep blue, navy and indigo tones can give a front door a rich, classic look. These colours are a good option for homeowners who want more depth than grey, but still want a colour that feels considered and long-lasting.

Earthier tones are also becoming more common, including terracotta, clay, wine red and warm brown-based shades. These colours suit homeowners who want a front door with warmth and personality. They can work particularly well with timber windows in white, cream, parchment or natural stain finishes.

Similarly to our windows, we offer a wide range of stains and finishes for our full collection of timber doors, so customers can create a door design that suits their home.

Bereco’s window and door colour predictions for 2026

Our in-house experts expect softer, warmer colours to remain popular throughout 2026.

White will continue to be a safe and timeless option, but we expect to see more homeowners choosing warm whites, parchment, greige and muted neutral tones instead of cooler greys.

Green is also likely to remain a strong colour for timber windows and doors. Sage, olive and French green offer a heritage-inspired look that suits both traditional and modern homes. These shades bring colour to the home without making the overall design feel too bold.

For timber entrance doors, we expect deep blues, black, charcoal, wine red and terracotta tones to keep growing in popularity. These colours allow homeowners to add interest to the entrance of their home while still keeping a smart and classic finish.

Natural stains may also become more popular in 2026, particularly for homeowners who want their timber windows and doors to feel warm, classic and connected to the materials used in the home. A stained finish can work well on properties where the natural character of timber is part of the overall design.

Colour trends in 2026 are also being influenced by a move towards calmer, more grounded interiors. This means homeowners are less likely to choose colours that feel too cold or stark, and more likely to choose shades that feel warm, natural and easy to live with.

What is the 2026 Pantone Colour of the Year?

Pantone’s 2026 Colour of the Year is Cloud Dancer, a soft white shade that reflects the move towards calm, simple and timeless colour choices.

For timber windows and doors, this supports the continued popularity of white and off-white finishes. Rather than choosing a bright or clinical white, homeowners may prefer softer whites and warmer neutral tones that feel more natural against brick, stone and render.

Although Cloud Dancer may not become a bold front door colour, it does show how important soft neutrals are in 2026 home design. These shades work well on timber windows because they are easy to pair with other exterior features, including roof tiles, brickwork, stone, render and landscaping.

Soft white also pairs well with stronger entrance door colours. A home with white or off-white timber windows can still use a deep blue, green, black, terracotta or wine red front door to create more interest at the entrance.

Dulux’s 2026 Colours of the Year also point towards blue as a key colour family for the home. Free Groove, Mellow Flow and Slow Swing are three indigo-inspired blue shades, showing how blue can be used in calm, classic and more expressive ways. For timber doors, this supports the growing interest in navy, deep blue and softer blue tones.

How else can I customise my timber windows and doors?

 Don’t forget that there are other unique ways that you can customise your new timber windows and doors. While you can make a statement with a bold pantone choice, you can also add a touch of elegance with the style of handles and stays you select.

At Bereco, we’re dedicated to giving homeowners as much choice as possible when it comes to picking the windows and doors for their properties. Why not check out our range of window ironmongery and door ironmongery to see for yourself?

Customised timber window and doors for UK homes

 If you’re keen to explore the full range of colour options available for your new windows and doors, get in touch today. Our team of experts are always on hand to show you our extensive options so you can find the perfect match for your home.

We understand the importance of being able to see the product up close and personal before making a final decision, which is why we’ve also got a variety of physical samples for you to browse. We have a selection of swatch samples made from the same timber as our windows and doors so you can be confident you’ve made the right choice.