{"id":8835,"date":"2014-08-01T11:27:08","date_gmt":"2014-08-01T15:27:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/?p=8835"},"modified":"2014-07-31T13:31:54","modified_gmt":"2014-07-31T17:31:54","slug":"8-ways-to-add-curb-appeal-to-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/8-ways-to-add-curb-appeal-to-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Ways to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"

August marks the first ever National Curb Appeal Month<\/a>\u00a0launched by Fypon\u00ae<\/a>\u00a0and it had us thinking about ways to spruce up your home\u2019s curb appeal. Everything from your front door to your roof works to increase your home\u2019s curb appeal and makes your home feel more inviting.<\/p>\n

Whether you want to add a new element to your home\u2019s exterior or your are building a new home, here are some tips to think about when it comes to sprucing up your home\u2019s exterior<\/p>\n

1<\/strong>. An Elegant Front Door<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Therma-Tru<\/a><\/p>\n


\nYour front door and entryway are the first thing a visitor will see when they approach your home so make sure you have an amazing front door that will stand the test of time. A popular trend right now is paintable front doors that let your unique style show through.Try Therma-Tru\u00ae Cassic-Craft\u00ae Canvas Collection\u00ae<\/a> for a paintable surface that you will love for years to come.<\/p>\n

2. Use Columns<\/strong><\/p>\n


\n\"Banner<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

Columns are a great way to add curb appeal to your home. Columns add an inviting and welcoming touch to your home\u2019s exterior. Fypon\u00ae<\/a> offers durable PVC Column Wraps<\/a> in a variety of styles that withstand the elemends.<\/p>\n

3. Don\u2019t Forget Your Roof<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"DaVinci<\/a><\/p>\n

If you think a roof doesn\u2019t play an important part in your home\u2019s curb appeal, think again. A roof can compose up to thirty-percent of what people see as they approach your home. Take a look at companies like DaVinci Roofscapes<\/a> for durable and attractive roofing options in a wide variety of colors.<\/p>\n

4. Dress Up Your Walkway<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Belgard<\/a><\/p>\n

A well-designed walkway will make your home feel warm and inviting. There are many options for materials but some popular options are concrete, stone, and brick. You can even select pavers for an economical and durable walkway that gives you the feel of cobblestone, such as these from Belgard\u00ae Old World Pavers<\/a>.<\/p>\n

5. Give it a Fresh Coat of Paint<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Every once in a while a home\u2019s paint job needs a little freshening up. Regularly painting your home is one of the best ways to keep it looking its best and painting it regularly can help you spot defects, rot, and cracking. If you think your home is in need of a little TLC then take a look at Benjamin Moore\u2019s\u00ae expansive color gallery<\/a> where you are sure to find a color that fits your tastes.<\/p>\n

6. Accent with Shutters<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Shutters not only look great and add a layer of beauty to your home\u2019s exterior but they also control light, add ventilation, and provide additional security.\u00a0 Shutters are available in a wide variety of materials including PVC resins and polyurethane, which make them durable and low maintenance.<\/p>\n

7. Freshen the Landscape<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Cherry
\n<\/a>Adding flowerbeds and gardens around your home will make it look more inviting. Flowering bushes and even simple green hedges add a subtle pop of color to the landscape.<\/p>\n

8. Light it Up<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"Stoneacre<\/a><\/p>\n

Lighting is always key, particularly outdoors. Not only does landscape lighting improve your guests safety but it allows you to show off some of your home\u2019s most amazing features.\u00a0Pathway lights are great along the walkway to your house, and landscape lights can show off annuals and even prized plants.<\/p>\n

Will you be making any changes during National Curb Appeal month?\u00a0Do any of these products or tips catch your eye?<\/p>\n

Let us know in the comments below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

August marks the first ever National Curb Appeal Month\u00a0launched by Fypon\u00ae\u00a0and it had us thinking about ways to spruce up your home\u2019s curb appeal. Everything from your front door to your roof works to increase your home\u2019s curb appeal and makes your home feel more inviting. Whether you want to add a new element to […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":58,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[103,583],"class_list":["post-8835","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-houseplans","tag-curb-appeal","tag-national-curb-appeal-month"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8835","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/58"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8835"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8835\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8855,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8835\/revisions\/8855"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8835"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8835"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8835"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}