10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal Without Spending a Fortune

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Your home’s first impression is everything. Whatever your situation, from prepping for a sale to wanting the envy of your neighborhood, curb appeal is pretty big. The good news is that you don’t have to drain your pocket to improve your home’s exterior. You can give it a bit of a boost in appeal with a little creativity and elbow grease and without a huge price tag.

Without overdoing it with your wallet, let’s see some easy ideas to elevate your curb appeal.

Replace Worn Welcome Mats

A welcome mat in the right place will give your home’s entrance personality and charm. If the mat you currently have has seen better days, then swap out with a new, inviting model. This is a quick fix that can impress anyone who steps up to your front door.

Clean Your Windows

Clean windows are nice and will make your entire house look brighter and more inviting. Clean your windows inside and out with some window cleaning soap or a homemade solution. This is one of the easiest items on this list to complete, so you can start with it.

Upgrade Your House Numbers

Replacing your tired, old house numbers with something a bit more stylish can be a surprisingly big change. And go for numbers that fit with the style of your home, whether sleek and modern or more traditional. This simple change makes your home look polished and well taken care of.

Power Wash the Exterior

Your home’s exterior can quickly suck from all the dirt, grime, and mildew flying around. Cleaning your siding, porch and driveway is more affordable by renting or borrowing a power washer. It’s sort of like giving your house a bath, and you get dramatic results.

Install Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lighting can make any home look out of this world. Put a few solar powered lights by the walkway, over plants, or around the front porch – these lights require no wiring and they’re a budget friendly way to add a soft glow to your curb.

Refresh the Mailbox

It’s not unusual for your mailbox to be one of the first things people see when they visit your home, however, it’s one of the first things you may overlook when updating the exterior of your home, as Allura USA attests. But if yours is looking a little shabby, you can quickly paint it or replace it. It’s a quick project that can really tush up your home and there are lots of really nice cheap options out there.

Add Window Boxes

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Flowers or greenery in window boxes can instantly make the front of your house look attractive. They can be inexpensive, if you go for simple materials like wood or plastic, and they add charm. Also, window boxes are flexible so you can change the plants with the seasons.

Touch Up Trim and Shutters

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While the front door appears right off your porch, your home’s trim and shutters are still a part of your curb appeal. Touching up the paint if it’s chipped or faded will help your home appear nicer and well cared for. A new coat of paint on the trim can really help to finish and polish a home.

Plant Flowers and Shrubs

It doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune on a full landscape renovation to bring your yard to life. Begin with some bright flowers or low maintenance shrubs on the front of your home. Hanging baskets or a few potted plants on the porch can also brighten a space, even if it is small or you don’t have a lot of time to tend to them.

Refresh Your Front Door

Painting your front door is one of the easiest ways to refresh your home’s look. In a bold, contrasting color, it can standout feature. Go for something that will tie in with your home’s existing colours but will have a little bit of personality. If painting isn’t your thing, swap the hardware on your door — the handle or knocker. It’s such a small detail but it adds up.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.