Before and After: 4 Top Tips To Give Your Home a Face Lift

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Is your home lacking curb appeal? If your property looks tired and could do with a serious injection of TLC, we have some great ideas to share. Putting the zing back into the exterior of your property may be just what’s needed to help you fall in love with your home again, and make you smile every time you walk up the drive.

If you’re thinking of putting your house on the market, sprucing up the outside of the property can make a huge difference to the property’s marketing appeal. Not only will this make your home easier to sell, but you should also be able to achieve a better price.

Here are 4 ways to make maximum impact.

Upgrade your windows

They say that the windows are the eyes of the home, so putting some effort into their style and appearance can make all the difference to the aesthetic appeal of your property. UPVC windows in particular, can look shabby if not maintained properly. Depending on their current state, a good old spring clean inside and out may be all that’s required. Check for fogged-up double glazing units that may need replacing, or perhaps it’s time for entirely new windows?

If you own a period property with original sash windows, don’t rule out an overhaul by way of repair. These architectural features are highly sought after in older properties, adding both visual interest and real value. Whether your sash windows are draughty and rattly, rotten or damaged, there’s every chance they can be repaired by an expert and restored to their former glory. Replacing them with new sash windows or – perish the thought – modern UPVC units should only be considered as a last resort.

Source: Sash Window Experts

New front door and garage door

Having spent time and effort to get your windows looking spick and span, do your exterior doors now look a little shabby in comparison? An unloved entrance door or garage door doesn’t exude the right vibe to visitors coming to your door, but luckily tired looking and dated doors can be replaced to give the front of your home a serious facelift.

Take a look at your front door, one of the first and most important impressions of your home. Could it be improved by installing a windowed front door to let more light into your hallway? The colour and style of the door has the power to totally transform the aesthetic of the exterior.

A new garage door is an easy way to refresh your exterior and bring a modern feel to your home’s look. There’s a wealth of choice available when it comes to colours and materials, and it’s best to choose one that fits in with the style of your property.

Source: Wessex Garage Doors

Landscape your garden

It’s all very well spending time and effort redecorating your house inside – but what about the garden? Invest some time and elbow grease and transform your outside spaces. Choose a design that fits in with your lifestyle – do you like to entertain alfresco, is a kids’ play area needed, are you a passionate plantsman – and select the right garden design for your needs.

When it comes to planting schemes for contemporary homes, choose architectural plants that will introduce structure, shape and texture to your garden to complement your property. For traditional or period homes, you may wish to consider a romantic cottage garden to set the right tone, complete with rambling roses and peonies. Whether you go for a traditional lawn or a series of contemporary ‘garden rooms’, the result should be exciting to behold and give you years of pleasure.

Finally, don’t forget to have your drive, pathways and patio cleaned. Hire a heavy duty pressure washer or a patio cleaning company and get rid of years of built-up grime to give your hard landscaping areas a new lease of life.

Source: Ideal Home

Update the roof

You’d be surprised to see how much of a difference the roof can make to the exterior of your property. As the crowing glory of your home, it’s well worthwhile paying some attention to how your roof looks and performs.

For starters, get a professional roof cleaner to remove grime and moss build-up, and perhaps give old tiles a refreshing colour wash paint job. Obviously, your roof should be in tip-top condition, so if there are any issues with missing tiles, leaks and damp problems arising from failed guttering or roof damage, now is the time to fix these important jobs.

‘Cosmetic renovations’ or ‘kerb appeal makeovers’ are now a big thing, and the effect on how your house looks can be truly transformative.