Whether you want a new look or are thinking of selling, boosting your home’s curb appeal is not that difficult. Making a few smart changes can transform your home’s appearance. The best part, it doesn’t require extensive renovations. Here are seven ways you can get started on your curb appeal project.
Fresh paint
A new coat of paint in a fresh color will transform your home. You can cover that dull grey with sage or beige. Trim can be freshened up with a new coat of white. You can go for broke and use a multi-color palette to really give your home a dramatic new look.
Front Door
The front door of your home is the portal between the interior and exterior of your home. Changing it out for a new door will transform both spaces. For example, a glass and steel door would let light into your foyer while giving your exterior a brand new look.
Material
Is your home covered in vinyl siding? What if you swapped it out for wood siding with irregular edges? That is just one example of how changing a material can transform the look of your home. Stone, brick, wood, and metal are just a few options to consider.
Pathway
With most homes in Orlando, a concrete sidewalk marks the path to the front door. But, concrete doesn’t have to be the only option. You can replace the concrete with pavers or use dye to give it a new color. And don’t forget to add other pathways where needed. Consider a path covered in pebbles that connects to the back yard.
Landscaping
Plants and flowers can take a home from boring to eye-catching in a short amount of time. If you want the most impact though, you should work with a landscape designer to come up with a comprehensive plan of walkways, stairs, plants and flowers. You can use the plan to transform your landscape all at once or as a series of smaller projects.
House numbers
For most people, house numbers are just there. They are generic and bland, usually made from peel-off stickers or generic fonts. But, they don’t have to be that way. You can find house numbers in so many styles and sizes. And you can put house numbers in new locations if they look better there.
Lighting
Most curb appeal changes are seen during the day. Lighting is the exception. It is the change that shines in the night. Exchange your bland porch light for something more dramatic. Add path lights so people can get around after dark. If you have tall plants or dramatic architectural features, spot lights are a great way to highlight them.
Each of these changes will give your home a new look. Combine two or more for even more transformation. If you need help with your curb appeal project, Alair Homes Orlando has the expertise and experience you need.