Most
people think of curb appeal as something to focus on only when you’re getting
ready to sell your home. That’s not true. Curb appeal is important all the time
– to get your family and friends in the best possible mood when they visit you
at home.
It’s not
as simple as you think. Just like the first impressions we make as people,
there are lots of aspects to a good first impression for a house. It’s all
about giving the front of your house a personality.
The
color of your front door can make a statement. Think beautifully rich painted
doors in Indian red or emerald green – or even black or soft dove gray. If your
door is wood grain, think carefully about what stain looks best with the paint,
brick or stone colors around it, and also focus on durability.
The
windows in your door or surrounding your door can also make a difference.
Consider stained glass, etched glass, clear glass or frosted glass. Then make
it a priority to keep the windows clean!
Then
there’s the question of landscaping. Some entrances have lots of surrounding
garden area that can frame a door beautifully. In other cases, a selection of
potted plants can add drama. Use your landscaping to accent the good features
of your house and hide or disguise any negative features.
Other
areas to consider include:
The hardware on your front door
The paint trim around your front door and windows
The surface and shape of the front walk or steps
The driveway and garage door
Fences, gates or hedges to provide privacy and exclusivity
Think about the impression
your house makes from the street and as visitors walk to your front door; then
make plans to enhance your curb appeal!
If you
are looking for some professional advice on window treatments please take a
look at our website: www.justrightblinds.com
or www.justrightblinds.blogspot.com. We are happy to bring the show room to you
and give you some choices.
Just
Right Blinds & Shutters in Wheaton ,
IL
Just
Right Blinds & Shutters serves the western and far west suburbs of Chicago,
including Wheaton, Warrenville, Carol Stream, Winfield, West Chicago, Bartlett,
Glen Ellyn, Lombard, Villa Park, Elmhurst, Hinsdale, Burr Ridge, Naperville,
Aurora, Lisle, Woodridge, Bloomingdale,
Itasca, Downers Grove, Darien, Geneva, Batavia, St Charles, Wayne, Sugar Grove,
Elburn, South Elgin and other communities.
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