“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression”
- Will Rogers
This quote is not only applicable in life, but also in the sale of your home. Curb appeal is how attractive your property is for sale and its surroundings when it is viewed from the street. It is the first impression that is made on a potential buyer, and you want that impression to be a good one. Here are some tips on how to enhance your home's curb appeal!
Create Perfect Symmetry
Symmetry is the easiest way to add curb appeal to your home. It is not only pleasing to the eye but our brains are programmed to recognize symmetry giving the viewer a rush of satisfaction and familiarity. You can add symmetry to your home by adding doubles of anything to the front of your home. So purchasing duplicate sidelights, potted plants, or gardening plants on opposite sides will bring symmetry to your home.
Freshen up your Front Door
The front door is the focal point of your home, that is the first place where people's eyes are drawn to. Throwing on a fresh coat of paint will refresh your front door. Changing outdated doorknobs, or using a metal polish to clean them up will add to the look of your home. Make sure that your front door reflects the overall aesthetic of your home as well. Having coordination is key in curb appeal.
Outdoor Lighting
Landscape lighting creates ambiance and safety to your home. Using different lighting fixtures like tea tree lights or pathway lights will show off your walkway. Variety is key in lighting, too much or too little will negatively affect curb appeal. Making sure they balance your home and entryway.
Flowers Galore
Flowers are one of the easiest ways to add curb appeal to your home. Container gardens are easy to add to your front yard and create a welcoming feel for others. Having colors that coordinate with your home will also add to your aesthetic. If you have a white house, bright colors like red and pink go great with your home. If you have a darker home garden with lots of green plants, and shrubs accent your home very well. Here is a link to our blog post on local nurseries in your area to purchase from.
Replace Old Hardware
Our homes are surrounded by gutters, house numbers, door locks, mailboxes, light fixtures etc. Having replacing hardware instantly refreshes your home for a more updated modern look. Make sure that when you replace your hardware to purchase items with the same look and feel. This gives a more orderly view of your home.