Even though they tell you to never judge a book by its cover, the exterior of your home leaves a big impression on everyone who comes to visit or even just drives past. Despite this, a lot of people are totally focused on the interior but don’t think about channeling their time and attention into making a house that looks beautiful from the outside as well. Though there are all sorts of huge renovation projects that you can do that will make all the difference, you don’t necessarily have to spend a bomb to make your house look great. Here are a few more tricks that you can try.
A Lick of Paint
Painting the outside of your home can give it a really fresh look that helps it to stand out from the rest of the street. If the job is too big to do yourself, you can get in contact with a company to get it done to a professional standard. A job that you can do yourself is painting the front door which will really make all the difference when people come to your house for the first time. Add the finishing touches with a shiny new house number and door knocker.
Plantlife and Flowers
If you have a front garden, make sure the lawn is nicely trimmed and you have plenty of colourful flowers to add a burst of life to your home. Even if you don’t, there is no reason why you can’t put up some hanging baskets around the place or even have some ivy extending around the outside of your home. You could also consider adding some other outdoor features like fountains or ornaments to really express your personality
Outdoor Lighting
As well as providing security, your outdoor lighting should highlight the best features of your property. For example, if you do have a very well kept front garden then it is a nice idea to dot some ground lighting around so it is illuminated at night. Lanterns have a timeless feel so you could put up a couple of these on either side of the front door creating a sense of symmetry.
Windows
As well as keeping them nice and clean to encourage natural light, you may well want to add a lick of paint to the frames of the windows. If you are planning on putting in some new frames altogether, make sure these match the brickwork of your house. You could even consider going for a new style to change the look of your home.
Give Your Mailbox A Makeover
The mailbox is the classic symbol of a home so you can really complement the decor of your house by choosing a nice one. Make sure it fits in with the rest of the style of your home and gives off the impression you are looking for.
Garden Path
You want people to be able to easily get to your home from the street, so lead them up to the front door with a garden path that is clearly marked and well-maintained. Ideally, you want it to be at least three feet wide so two people can walk side by side. It can run through the centre of a garden area, and you can have some natural markings like potted plants or hedges.
Keep the Front Door Clear
Make the front door clearly visible by cutting back any trees and plants that are starting to block it from view. If you go for flowers and plants in containers, these are the easiest ones to maintain and move around as you need to. Make your front door clearly stand out by painting it in a bold colour that contrasts with the surrounding greenery.
Create a Cohesive Look
Make sure that all your windows, front door and garage door are all designed in a way that makes them work together in design harmony. Repeating elements helps to create a cohesive look to your home, so you can also match up items such as door knockers, house numbers and letterboxes.
Make Your Porch Warm and Welcoming
Rather than just being a place where people wait for you to open the door, your porch could be transformed into an additional seating area where you can watch the world go by. The right masonry contractor can help to restore the stonework to its best. A couple of pieces of weather-resistant furniture can help provide a good starting point. And you can liven up the decor with some nice plants or ornaments.
Keep Everything Neat and Tidy
The final piece of advice is to keep everything looking neat and tidy, so take the time to trim back hedges, mow the lawn and clean your windows. Little and often is the best mantra to follow when you are trying to add more curb appeal.
Try out a couple of these techniques and see what a big difference this could make to the outside of your home.
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