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.

The wreath has significant meaning for the season. It's circular shape represents eternity. From a Christian religious perspective, it represents an unending circle of life, eternity or life never ending. The evergreen, most frequently used in making wreathes, symbolizes growth and everlasting life.

Measure your ribbon from the point on the back of your door to the spot on the front of the door where you'd like your wreath to hang. Loop the ribbon through the wreath and tie it. Loop the tied end of your ribbon under your upside-down hook and drop the wreath over the top of the door so that it hangs down in front.

A 24-inch wreath is just the right size for a standard 36-inch wide door. You'll want to hang it about 14 inches from the top of the door so that it hangs right at the center.

Use a wreath hanger

Wreath hangers can slide over the top of a front door — or the tops of certain windows if they open from the top. Once the hanger is in place, you can slide your wreath onto the hanger and enjoy your new festive decoration.

A big discussion ensued: should the bow be placed at the bottom or the top of the wreath? After doing a bit of research, it is clear that there is no right or wrong answer – it is totally individual preference, and is sometimes dictated by the size of the wreath and items that are around the wreath.

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!

The U.S. Department of Energy recommends against storm doors if your entry gets more than two or three hours of direct sunlight every day. In this case, the storm door can trap heat and may even damage your entry door. If you still want a storm door, consider one with low-emissive glass or vents.

At some homes and places of business, a black wreath will be hung on the door to indicate that someone who lives at the house, or the owner of the business, has died; but it is not a universal custom.

What does the black ribbon on the front door mean? ›

This symbol of mourning may also be placed on the front of doors, on a tree or mailbox as a sign of remembrance, commemoration or grief. Black bows are also appropriate to display on national holidays like Memorial Day and Patriots Day.

It symbolizes life and death, reminding mourners that although a life has ended, memories will live on forever. The shape of the wreath represents a circle of life, with no beginning or end. The flowers used in the wreath can signify different meanings such as love, remembrance, hope or comfort.

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.

You can switch out wreaths to match different holidays, seasons, or special occasions, enhancing your home's curb appeal throughout the year. 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 door sizes

A standard size front door is 3-feet wide by 6-feet-8-inches tall with variations in between. Standard sizes: Width of 3' or 3' 6” Height of 6' 8” or 8'

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.

If you plan to hang it on your front door, choose a wreath that is large enough to make an impact but not so large that it overwhelms the rest of your decorations. For other areas of your home, such as above your mantle or bed, opt for something smaller and less imposing. A 12-24 inch diameter should suffice.

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.