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Showing off your style doesn’t have to be limited to the inside of
your home, and by using just a few pieces on your porch, you’ll be
the envy of the street. Kerb appeal is all about finding a look for
the outside space of your home that shows off your personal look
with pops of colour, ornaments, planters and more. It means creating
something that makes you smile, even if you’re just popping out to
get some milk or taking out the rubbish.
We have been at home a lot in the last year, and with spring around
the corner, it’s time to start thinking about some home improvements
you’ll be able to enjoy in the nicer weather. No matter the size of
your door, porch, or entrance area, there are ways of refreshing
things.
Boosting your home’s appeal - for your enjoyment most importantly,
but also for passers-by - is easy, and can be something you add to
as time goes on. If you’re head over heels for classic English
country garden vibes then rattan effect or woven pots, shaped
topiary plants, and flowers in full bloom - (whether they’re real or
not) - are just the ticket. Add a little more charm to your set up
with a fun planter from cute dogs to stoic lions.
If you’re a big fan of the outdoors but hate muddy prints on your
carpet, try creating an outdoor boot space. It won’t be messy and
has a countrified charm. Boot stands and jacks not only look the
part, but also offer a handy way to take off and store to your
wellies while they’re wet. To stop it being purely functional, add
more life into the look with decorated pots with animal designs on,
tall birds to add height and cheeky ornaments like our sweet falling
rabbits.
If modern is your middle name, there are plenty of options to
incorporate into your outdoor look. Add different pops of colour
when choosing your plant pots and go a step further with what plants
you decide to put in them. Brighten up the space by try something
big and bold, and watch your tropical look come to life (and the
compliments come rolling in). Adding metal accents into the mix will
give things a modern edge and a bit of shine too, and you don’t have
to stop there. If you have the space, add a tall planter to offer
height to your porch, that way you can also place smaller piece
underneath it to fill it out. Remember, you don’t have to have green
fingers to enjoy your new kerb appeal status, you can simply use
faux plants, ornaments, and a welcoming door mat to great you home.
