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story by
Mary Aho
T
hey say to never judge a book by its cover, but when it
comes to houses that is hard not to do. The very fi rst
thing you see is the exterior of a home, and if that isn’t
welcoming, chances are you’ve already decided you won’t
like what you see on the inside. That’s where curb appeal comes in
handy. Curb appeal is defi ned as the attractiveness of a property for
sale and its surroundings, when viewed from the street. With warmer
weather just around the corner, it is the perfect time to get outside and
spruce up your home’s exterior- whether you’re looking to sell or not.
One of the easiest ways to update the exterior of your home is
painting your front door. Although a small change, a fresh coat of
paint and a change of color can make a huge difference. If you have
more wiggle room in your budget, painting the whole exterior of your
house takes it to the next level. There are a few color trends for 2019
that are sure to wow everyone who passes your home. The fi rst is a
blue that is described as warmer than denim but lighter than navy.
This color would be great for someone looking for change, but likes
to keep things simple. The next color is a kelly green. This shade is a
little more adventurous, but adds a huge pop of color that is going to
catch everyone’s eye.
Landscaping is an amazing way to add curb appeal. It doesn’t
have to cost a fortune to have a wonderful yard. An easy way to
update your yard is cleaning out and freshening up your fl ower beds.
Dirty cluttered fl ower beds can make your house look neglected and
unwelcoming. A quick way to take them from drab to fab is replacing
the mulch or straw, and trimming bushes or pulling up dead fl owers.
If you don’t have fl ower beds, a wonderful addition to your exterior
are window boxes. They add a warm and cozy feel that makes your
home appear inviting.
You don’t have to have a lot of spare time on your hands, there
are plenty of quick, fun updates that will really help with curb
appeal. Replacing your mailbox, pressure washing, updating your
house numbers, and changing outdoor light bulbs are all quick and
inexpensive updates. You don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to
update the exterior of your home. Little changes here and there add
up over time and really make a huge difference. It can be fun and so
satisfying to do these things on your own in your spare time or on the
weekends.
When a buyer goes looking for a home, they notice everything. You
don’t want them to shy away from your house as a potential home
because of its exterior. The possibilities are endless when it comes
to adding to your curb appeal. Whether you are getting ready to put
your house on the market or you’re just looking for a way to update
your forever home, these suggestions will do the trick.
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