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How to Revamp the Exterior of Your Home
Your home is probably one of your most treasured possessions. However, if you (or the previous owner) didn’t keep a good care of it, you may notice that it is starting to look a bit battered and worn out. In that case, your home may be in need of a makeover.
A makeover is a great idea for many reasons. First of all, the exterior is the first thing that people see about your house. Essentially, the exterior is the first impression your house makes. Next, with a makeover, you can address certain issues that you’ve been struggling with. It can be anything, form a leak in the roof, to a broken window. A revamp is a great way to deal with all the problems related to the exterior, without making your home look patchy. Finally, a good renovation can boost your home’s value on the market, which can be very useful if you decide to sell it one day.
So, what can you do to give your house new sparkle? Here are some suggestions to consider.
1. Do some landscaping
Landscaping is a vital part of the overall appearance of your house. Even the most beautiful of buildings diminishes if it is surrounded by an unkempt garden. That is precisely why taking care of your front and backyard is so important. A beautiful landscape can improve the appearance of a house even if it is a bit on the shabby side. Be practical. If you don’t like gardening, don’t plant high-maintenance flowers. Go with trees and shrubs, as they will provide structure, and find some low-maintenance plants for your flower beds. Make sure everything is nice and neat, and take good care of your lawn. Sure, it takes some effort, but it’s worth it in the long run.
2. Replace the windows
If you have really old, high-quality wood windows, do not replace them. It’s really difficult to find well-made wooden frame windows today, so it would be great if you could keep them. Find a person who does window restoration, and keep those vintage beauties. If you have regular windows, then it may be a time to replace them. The newer window frames are not as secure as the old ones, and they don’t really work well for a long time. That basically means that you should check them fairly often, and you should replace probably every 20 years or so. Bad windows will cause energy losses, which cost money, so make sure your windows work fine – if not, get rid of them.
3. Update the front door
As long as you’re replacing the windows, it might be a good idea to take a long hard look and the front door as well. Doors can also waste energy, so if they don’t fit with their frame as well as they used to, you should replace them. The front door is also important because of the security of your home. Make sure you have a good peephole, and that the door is well-lit. Of course, match the door with the windows.
4. Change the roof
If there is any rotting under the roof, any leakage or anything else, you need to pay attention to it. Inspect closely all the issues, and consult a professional if you have any doubts. Chances are that you might be forced to replace the roof, especially if the house is older. If you decide to do so, do your homework first. Find out about the materials and the prices, and think outside the box – white roofs help conserve energy during summer, because the house will heat less, for example. That fact also makes them better for the environment. But even if you decide to go with some other option, your home will be better insulated and protected, so it pays off in the long run.
5. Freshen up on the color
Of course, one of the most obvious things when it comes to revamping your house is the color of the exterior. Unfortunately, sometimes it may not be as simple as that. If the façade has deteriorated too much, which often happens in Australia, you may need to do the rendering all over again. Luckily, there are many businesses that provide house cement rendering, so you can relax and think about the color. Now, the color’s a tricky business. First, make sure that the color you choose goes well with the rest of the neighborhood. If all the neighbors paint their homes in shades of white and cream, don’t let your home stand out too much. If the neighborhood is colorful, paint your house accordingly. Don’t go too crazy with it. You may want to sell your house sometime in the future, and in that case, you’ll need the color to be acceptable to most of the people who come to see it. Going with a neutral shade is the safest choice in that regard.
6. Give your home fabulous curb appeal
Make sure your house looks breathtaking from the street. Build a beautiful porch, and put pots of flowers around to complement your gorgeous landscape. Put some nice chairs and a coffee table, for the first coffee in the morning. Build a brick pathway that leads to it, and surround it with bushes and flowerbeds. Add fairy-tale lighting around, for a more romantic feel in the evenings. Paint your fence, if you have one, to give it a new glow. Simply put, make sure that the curb appeal doesn’t leave much to be desired.
7. Add a patio
Patios are great for many reasons. They can provide you with a place to relax and read while drinking a cup of tea, or they can be a space where you entertain your guests. Make a fire pit, so you and your family can roast marshmallows, or build a grill for all those instances when it’s too hot to cook inside. Find some beautiful garden furniture and make your own personal little piece of heaven, right behind your home. Not only will be a wonderful addition to your home, but it will also increase its value in case you ever decide to sell it.
Giving your home a makeover is not only useful but also a lot of fun. Consider some of these ideas, and give your house a whole new look!
