Walmart Front Door Wreaths (2024)

FAQs

What size wreath is best for a front door? ›

Standard doors are 36 inches wide, making a 24-26 inch wreath the right size for a standard look.

If your wreath is thin enough to fit between your prime door and your storm door, hang the wreath on your prime door with a wreath hanger. This will keep the wreath protected from outdoor elements. If it's too tight of a fit we recommend hanging the wreath on your storm door.

By hanging a wreath on the door, Christians welcomed the spirit of Christmas. Along the way, this became a symbol of triumph over death beyond that of Christ. For the families who hang these wreaths, they're implying that their loved one's soul lives on.

Attach self-adhesive strips

Self-adhesive strips are stellar tools to hang wreaths on windows or doors that you want to be very careful about damaging. They have sticky backs that, when pressed, form tight seals that should hold up throughout the season. The trick comes with hanging a wreath on the strips.

For a bold and festive feel, go large! If you prefer a more reserved look, choose a smaller size. For a standard 36 inch wide front door, add dramatic impact with a wreath 28 inches to 30 inches in diameter. On the other hand, a wreath 20 inches to 24 inches in diameter creates a classic, understated look.

For traditional wreath placement, you will want to place the center of the wreath at eye level, and at the center of the door. Eye level is typically regarded as 57 inches (140 cm). Add the radius of your wreath to the 57 inches (140 cm) height so that the center of your wreath falls at 57 inches (140 cm).

- There is no rule on where to place bow... top, bottom, side, it's all your preference! - Instead of a bow, you can use large flowers or an accent ornament instead.

If you're using an over the door wreath hanger, it's also important to consider how to keep your wreath hanger from scratching your door. As with your wreath, you can try gluing felt to the underside of a metal hanger, or alternatively purchase a plastic one with rounded edges that will protect paintwork automatically.

A wreath hung on the INSIDE of your front door? Yes! Wreaths don't just belong on the outside of your door for friends and neighbors to see. Try hanging a wreath on the inside of your door for you and your family to enjoy too!

GENTLE READER: Etiquette used to have dozens of ways that the bereaved could warn people to treat them gently, such as black clothes, black-edged writing paper and black wreaths on the door.

Where do you put a wreath not on a door? ›

It is believed that the holly wreath, with its sharp, pointed leaves, represents the crown of thorns worn by Christ on the Cross and the tiny red berries represent the drops of blood. When a wreath is hung on the door, it is viewed as an invitation for Christ and the spirit of Christmas to enter into their home.

Other front door decor ideas include hanging sconce lights that complement the style of your home, adding decorative door knockers, planters full of greenery or flowers, or seasonal wreaths made with anything from pine branches to eucalyptus or faux flowers.

A wreath should cover 50 to 75% of the door's width and shouldn't be wider or taller than the hanging surface. For a standard 30 to 36-inch door, allot about 6 inches of space on each side of the wreath. Choose a bigger wreath and leave at least 2 inches of space on each side for a more dramatic effect.

Protection: While a wreath on the front door may be more exposed to the elements, a well-protected screen door can provide a safer environment for wreath placement.

Standard front doors are typically 3′ wide (which is 36″). A standard 24″ wreath will hang about 14″ from the top of the entry and 6″ from each side of the door.

Door wreaths sizes are determined by diameter. A wreath described as let say 20” is measured from the outer edge of the flowers across the full width of the wreath. Keep in mind that handmade wreaths can vary slightly in size due to variance in the natural grapevine base and whimsical flowers.

Additionally, 1.5-inch ribbon can be used for accentuating other elements in your holiday decor, such as wrapping around garlands or adding a decorative touch to gift wrapping. 2.5" Ribbon: The 2.5-inch ribbon is often considered the "perfect size" for wreaths.

What size Christmas wreath is best for windows? Standard size wreaths are usually 20 to 36 inches in diameter, which is where most window wreaths will fall. As a rule of thumb, your wreath's diameter should be around two-thirds the width of your window and no more than half the height.