Whether you’re looking to sell your home or just want the best-looking house on the block, there are a number of things you can do, all in a day’s time, to achieve show-stopping curb appeal. Since I am currently preparing to sell my own home, I thought I would share some of the ways I’ve boosted curb appeal:
Powerwash. Over time, mold, mildew and plain old dirt accumulate on siding where the sun doesn’t shine, leaving a dirty, and sometimes green, film. The easiest and fastest way to get rid of it is with a powerwasher. Most home improvement stores rent them by the hour or day, including Lowe’s, Home Depot and TruValue. Just hook it up to your garden hose and get to work. You’ll be amazed at the results.
Paint. It’s amazing the difference a little paint can make to any room, and it is no exception when it comes to the exterior of your home. Revive faded shutters with a coat of latex exterior paint in a semi gloss finish, add a pop of color to your front door or paint terra cotta planters for additional bursts of color.
Mulch. This is the icing on the cake when it comes to landscaping, pulling everything together and presenting a unified, well-manicured look. You can buy it by the bag or have it delivered by the yard. Either way, your front yard just won’t look the same without it.
Plant flowers. Flowers add color, texture and shape to every landscape. Whether in pots, window boxes, beds or borders, they provide show-stopping color all summer long. Now that we’re halfway through the summer, home improvement stores sell quart and gallon-sized annuals and perennials at discounted prices, so be sure to pick some up today!
Photo by Exterior Encounters
