Whether you’re preparing to put your house on the market or you’re searching for ways to give your home a nice, finished look, sprucing up your curb appeal can go a long way in welcoming guests. A makeover doesn’t always require an excessive amount of time or a large budget. Here are some quick and inexpensive projects you can do this weekend to give your home a much-needed facelift.
- Create an Accent Feature. Instead of shelling out the cash to repaint your entire house, highlight your door, trim and/or shutters. Pick something that will make your home stand out from your neighbors’, but make sure it goes well with the rest of your house’s exterior color scheme.
- You’ve Got Mail. Upgrade your mailbox by painting it a new color, customizing it with a monogram, changing out the hardware, mod podging the inside, adding a flower box around it, or by purchasing and installing a completely new unit.
- What’s Your Number? If the address numbers on your house have faded or are weathered, painting or purchasing new ones can quickly add personality and dimension to your home. Match it to your light fixtures or your door, shutters or trim accent to really tie it all together!
- Light It Up. Quickly change the feel of your house from outdated to modern, rustic or anything in between by installing new exterior lighting fixtures. Make sure to purchase new units with the same mounting system to make your process as simple as possible.
- Flower Power. Adding window boxes can instantly add flair to your home’s overall appearance. Whether you decide to purchase pre-made boxes or take an afternoon to DIY them yourself, once you add in some gorgeous foliage, you’ll really be in business.
