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5 Tips to increase curb appeal
Are you thinking about selling your Colorado Springs Home? Don’t forget about your curb appeal
What constitutes “curb appeal”? The term embraces everything between your front door and the street
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5 Tips to increase your curb appeal
Front Door makeover – Your home’s front door is the focal point of its curb appeal. You can make a statement by giving your front door
a blast of color (a deep red looks wonderful) with paint or by installing a custom wood door. Or if you want to go all out, install a door with leaded glass inserts Clean off any dirty spots around the knob, and use metal polish on the door fixtures. Replace your kick plate if it looks warn. Don’t forget to sweep your front porch, make sure it is free of debris.
Do a mailbox makeover – Mailboxes should complement the home and express the homeowner’s personality. Pick a box that mirrors your home’s trimmings. Dress up posted boxes by staining or painting the wooden post to match the house’s trim and woodwork.
Install window boxes – Window flower boxes offer a fast, easy way to bring color and charm to your home exterior. Choose boxes made from copper or iron for a traditional look, or painted wood for a cottage feel. Mix and match flowers and plants to suit your lighting conditions and color scheme.
Add outdoor art - Give your yard an update by adding weather-resistant artwork. Choose pieces that complement your home’s natural colors and exterior elements. Birdbaths, metal cutouts, sculptures, and wind chimes are all good choices for outdoor art.
Add shutters or accent trim – Shutters and trim add a welcoming layer of beauty to your home exterior. Exterior shutters can be made of wood, aluminum, vinyl, composite, or fiberglass.
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Kathy (719-287-1049) KTorline@msn.com
