Online magazines always showcase the most beautiful homes. Everything is exactly where it needs to be, and looks picture-perfect.
But when you look at your house, it’s not quite the same. You’d love for it to be perfect, but it just isn’t.
Fortunately, this post is here to help. It explores some of the methods you can use to make your home’s façade photo-op-ready (and give it way more curb appeal). Here are some ideas to try:
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Make It Look Clean And Polished
You want to start by making the exterior of your home look clean and polished. Investing in a good scrub can be an excellent way to bring it up to scratch. Let the dirty dirt and grime be taken off with the help of a power washer against your wall, driveway, and walkways to lighten up its beauty. Ensure pristine windows with free gutters and debris around the front door before getting clicked on camera.
Not only can regular maintenance keep your house looking like new, but prevent long-term wear and tear over time, which could subtract character from its appeal. It looks after vinyl and wooden siding and ensures your paint takes longer to decay (if you’re using it instead of conventional plastic UPVC.
Focus On The Details
When home remodeling, it also helps to focus on the details. Small architectural elements can make all the difference in the façade of your house. Decorative features such as trim, moldings, or columns can give character to your home and a finished look.
If your house has porches, upgrading the railings, adding outdoor seating, or placing hanging plants will make the outdoor areas cozy and inviting. These details just scream attention to design and craftsmanship, and your home will look refined and picture-perfect. Don’t be afraid to go to a designer if you think they will help bring everything together. Working with professionals allows your property to develop more of a theme.
Apply A Fresh Coat Of Paint
Applying a fresh coat of paint to your home can also be beneficial. Simply painting it white or adding a new tone can make all the difference and get rid of any fading or sun damage.
Of course, when it comes to colors, you’ll want to be sensitive to your neighborhood. You want something that’s going to make sense on your street and make people say “wow.”
You don’t always need to give your property a complete makeover to get the effects you want. Sometimes, just painting around the doors and windows can be enough to bring it up to scratch. Just remember, though, most paints and synthetic materials will eventually degrade in the sun, so you’ll want to focus on these first. Sometimes that means giving your facade a new coat or simply replacing it with vinyl alternatives that can resist UV.
If you do decide to DIY, make sure you choose weather-proof paint. It contains special chemicals that prevent it from washing away when the heavens open. Opt for oil-based paints for exterior work and remember to layer them several times for best results.
Invest In Statement Doors And Windows
Another tactic you can try is to invest in statement doors and windows. These add theatre to your home’s exterior, making it photo-op-ready.
Fortunately, manufacturers are improving their products all the time. And this means that it is now possible to replace windows with sleek designs that add decorative shutters. Many designs are eco-friendly, making them ideal for anyone wanting to upgrade their property’s exterior sustainably.
Just remember to get the fitting right. Ensure that doors and windows have tight seals to prevent drafts. If you’re worried about this, invite professionals to come and help you. Usually, they have special methods that seal frames and holes, even if the window isn’t quite the perfect size for the cavity.
Add Landscaping And Hardscaping
Finally, when you want to make your home’s facade look photo-op-ready, it’s a good idea to invest in landscaping and hardscaping, not just one or the other. You want your property to have some soft and hard elements to create the ultimate aesthetics.
For example, you might want to start by adding a stone or brick pathway to your front door. These give your property a quaint feel and automatically make it more inviting.
You can also try adding brick accents to your lawn areas or boundaries. These are a great idea if you have spare building materials lying around and want to use everything up.
This is a contributed post.
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