10 Simple Curb Appeal Ideas

A freshly painted front door can instantly transform a home’s exterior. Choose a color that complements the existing home exterior or go bold with a contrasting color. For best results, check out our guide on How to Paint a Front Door.

To make your front porch more inviting, add some furniture. You can go with a classic option like Adirondack chairs or make a statement with a large egg-style chair. Add an outdoor rug for extra texture and color.

Planters come in many sizes, materials and colors to choose from. Plus, you can fill them with a variety of flowers, plants and herbs. Place large planters on both sides of your front door or consider adding window planters to your home’s windows. Landscaping is always a good idea when it comes to boosting curb appeal. For other ideas, check out some of our top Landscaping Ideas.

One of the first noticeable details on a home’s exterior is the house numbers. Considering these numbers also help guests find your home, it’s important to keep them fresh and updated. Choose numbers in different materials like metal, brass and vinyl or create your own with our how-to guide on DIY Modern House Numbers.

String lights aren’t just for Christmas anymore. Add some whimsy and charm to your front porch or entryway with outdoor string lights. Choose from globe bulbs, Edison-style bulbs and more. If you don’t have easy access to an outlet, you can opt for solar-powered lights. Outdoor string lights aren’t your only option either. You can also consider decorative lanterns and pathway lights. Check out more Outdoor Lighting Ideas.

Shutters make a big impact on the look and feel of windows. You can either build them yourself or buy them premade. Either way, window shutters instantly provide a finished feel to the outside of a home, and they come in a variety of styles. Want to build them yourself? Check out our guide on Simple DIY Window Shutters.

Install a privacy screen, also called an air conditioner fence, around your AC unit. You can either purchase one or build a basic screen with 2-by-4s. If you choose to DIY it, it’s simple to tailor the height and width to your AC unit. You can also use these screens to hide other unsightly features like garbage cans and garden hoses.

Planting a tree is a relatively simple project and offers several benefits – including increased shade, privacy and curb appeal. If you decide to plant a tree in your front yard, be sure to consider how large the tree will be once it's at full maturity.

Mailboxes are constantly exposed to the elements and may need an occasional refresh. If you don’t want to replace your mailbox, you can simply enhance the area with a small retaining wall and plants or flowers. Check out our Mailbox Planting Ideas how-to for step-by-step instructions.

The garage is often an afterthought when it comes to increasing curb appeal, but it shouldn’t be. Adding stylish hardware or creating faux carriage windows on a garage will go a long way. Plus, these parts are much more affordable than the cost and installation of a brand-new door.