Home Improvement 101: Front Door Curb Appeal
[ return to the HOME IMPROVEMENT main page ]
 The front door is often the centerpiece of your home's facade. Subconsciously, people are more likely to be attracted to your house if your front door appears accessible and inviting.
To enliven a bland door, try painting it a bright hue that stands out from the house's trim and wall paint, or experiment with decorative paint or wood treatments. You can add a brass kick plate to the lower portion of the door.
How you frame the door also adds to its appeal; use rustic posts and beams or stately columns to bolster the entry, or install fanlights and fixed glass panels in the surrounding wall. Such windows will bring light into your home and give guests a welcoming glimpse into your interior space. The addition of plant boxes or large glass/ceramic planters bring the warm of flowers or small trees to the entrance. Small trees or woody bushes can also be decorated for the holidays and special occasions.
Lighting is a very important part of a great front entry. Lights on either side of the door can be quite decorative and reflect your house's style. If you have a single overhead light, replace it with a hanging lamp or even a small chandeliere. Tiny lights can be placed in plants or uplighting hidden behind planters.
Finally, invest in high-quality door hardware, such as a solid, heavy doorknob or an attractive doorknocker. Make sure your doorbell is in good working order and easy to find. You can replace a worn or broken doorbell with one that lights up.
|
E-Mail
Print