When we think about enhancing our homes, our attention usually turns to interior design. While there’s nothing wrong with getting excited about wallpaper prints or colors for the wall, it’s important to think about curb appeal too. In this guide, we’ll provide some top tips to upgrade the exterior of your home.
Paintwork
One of the simplest and most effective ways to add serious curb appeal is freshening up outdoor paintwork. From front doors and facades to gates and fencing, vibrant, clean, paintwork can make a huge difference. Tired, chipped, worn paint can make a house look unloved. If you’re putting your house on the market, or you want to feel proud when you pull up in the driveway, it’s a great idea to give your home a lick of paint. You can choose to take on the job yourself or hire professionals.
Gardening
Gardens come in all kinds of shapes and sizes and they can have a dramatic impact on the aesthetic of a house, its value and its salability. While a beautiful, vivid garden will turn heads and provide an inviting, attractive space for homeowners to relax and unwind, an unkempt, untidy, cluttered backyard could prove to be a headache. Whether you’ve recently bought a house with a garden that needs some TLC, or you’re eager to impress prospective buyers, it’s an excellent idea to make sprucing up the garden a priority. Add plants, shrubs and flowers, tidy up pathways and patios, varnish external structures and take good care of your lawn. Choose dry days to mow the grass and look out for signs of Crabgrass and invasive weeds that could take over the garden and damage the lawn. Water your plants frequently and create a seating area to entertain or chill out after a long or busy day.
Windows and Doors
Shabby, damaged windows and doors that look drab or old can affect the look of a property, as well as increasing security risks and reducing energy efficiency. If you own an old house, or you’re looking to make your home more saleable and add value, it’s worth getting some quotes for new windows and doors. Modern windows and doors are designed to boost energy efficiency to lower bills, they look smart and they will improve security and reduce noise. There are myriad styles to choose from, including contemporary and traditional designs. It is particularly beneficial to consider upgrading your front door if it is damaged or it looks unappealing. Replacing the front door adds instant value and it can also set your home apart.
Accessories
Accessories provide a simple, affordable way to make your home look more inviting and attractive. From hanging baskets and plants in containers to lanterns, door furniture and personalized mailboxes and plaques, you can add touches to make your home the best looking property on the block.
Whether you’ve recently bought a home, you’re selling, or you’ve devoted all your attention to interior design, it’s beneficial to think about curb appeal. There are several ways to enhance the exterior of your home to add value and create a more attractive aesthetic.
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