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4 Best Simple Tips for Improving Your Home

Making Your Home Feel Special

By Olivia PictonPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
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Looking for ways to improve your home without breaking your budget? Luckily, there are plenty of home improvement ideas that will make your home appear more stylish and functional. Here are four great tips that will help you choose the right renovation options for your home!

1. Update Your Entryway

Who doesn’t want to feel like royalty every time they return home? If your entryway is looking anything but stately, you’ll want to target this area for some simple improvements. Install a small awning or pergola if your front porch is just a concrete slab and a door. This will provide a much warmer welcome for guests as they arrive at your door. You could also consider adding some small railings to improve accessibility and further delineate your front porch space. Replace old and outdated exterior lighting fixtures to light the way to your door anytime of the day or night. Finally, complete the renovation by swapping out your old house address numbers with something more modern in terms of both font and finish.

2. Improve Your Garage Door

If your garage door is dragging down your home’s curb appeal, then it’s definitely time to give this exterior component a major update. If your budget allows, install a new garage door. As you choose the right door for your home, be sure to pick a style that matches the overall style of your home. If a completely new door doesn’t fit within your budget, there are simple ways to dress up your current one. Garage doors made from aluminum, vinyl or composite materials can be covered in a custom-printed vinyl wrap or it can be painted in a shade that complements the rest of your house. Wooden doors can be sanded down, coated with a fresh gel stain and sealed with a proper eco-friendly sealant. Add finishing touches like new hinges or handles to complete the transformation!

3. Refresh Your Landscaping

Is your landscaping looking a little less than fresh and green? Pulling up your sleeves and sprucing up your landscaping is a simple and effective way to improve your home’s appearance and boos it its curb appeal. The lawn is the most important component of your overall landscaping scheme so be sure to keep it looking lush by mowing and trimming it regularly as well as periodically applying an eco-friendly fertilizer. As you’re working to get your lawn in excellent shape, add splashes of color throughout your yard to truly set your home’s landscaping apart from the rest. Plant small flower groupings throughout your property and plant a floral border alongside your property lines to stylishly delineate your outdoor spaces but be sure to use climate-appropriate flowers that are appropriate for your region. Your neighbors and all your guests will surely be impressed!

4. Add Interior Details

If your interior spaces are in need of some special touches, you’re in luck – there are plenty of ways to do this that require very little effort! One easy way to add style and sophistication to your interior is to swap out your cabinet knobs, drawer pulls and plumbing fixtures from builder’s standard to something a little higher end. Instead of choosing generic hardware from a big box store, go to an independent design showroom to choose from more exclusive and fashionable options. It’s often a great idea to add touches of luxury to your bathrooms. Swap out your standard showerhead for a luxurious rainfall showerhead and ditch your boring mirror in favor of a contemporary Light Mirror. When it comes to making your home stand out, it’s all about the details. Add these interesting touches throughout your home to personalize your spaces and reflect your sense of style!

Even though these fixes don’t require a huge investment of time or money, they each pack a powerful punch when it comes to adding style and functionality to your home. By following these tips, you’ll increase your everyday enjoyment of life at home!

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