The next time you get the urge to upgrade your home’s curb appeal, we urge you to focus on your front door. Why? Because while it holds the title of most used external feature that could ever exist on a property, front doors also tend to be the most neglected as well.
When you want to make your home look better, the front door is the most important focal point of all. Plus, it doesn’t take all that long (or all that much money) to upgrade your front door either!
And let’s be honest here, your front door probably deserves some attention right now. Here’s why.
It’s Dirty
Front doors get dirty. They’re the boundary between the inside and the outside world; anything on your shoes, coats, bags, etc., is all likely to get caught on the door or in the doorway.
And after a while, that dirt builds up. You might not really notice it at first. Some off colouring around the door handle, or a bit of moss round the bottom of the door – they’re no biggie.
But dirty front doors do not look good, and they might not smell all that great either, and you do not want anyone getting that kind of impression from even just stepping into your home. Every couple of months, check your front door for signs of dirt and give it a scrub down.
The Lock is Sticky
Ever put your key into your front door, give it a turn, and have to push a lot harder because it gets stuck halfway round? Or have you ever locked the door, tested it, and the door immediately opened without a problem?
Your lock is misbehaving and you need to get it repaired ASAP! Make sure you call out local locksmiths, as they’ll be able to respond urgently and get your home’s security seen to.
And yes, you need to get the lock fixed right now, as you can never be sure how degraded it’s really become – and when it’s going to fail completely.
A Repainted Front Door Adds Value
You might not believe that just a lick of paint could pile on an extra 1-2% value to your home’s sale price. But you should believe it, because it can!
A repainted front door boosts the long term value of a property as it can dramatically change a person’s perception.
A freshly painted door says the owner of this house cares about it. They put time and effort into the way their home looks. And if the outside is that nicely decorated, the inside is sure to be the same.
When you want to tackle your home’s curb appeal, and you want to squeeze out as much impact as possible, make sure your front door is top of the list. Clean it up, make sure it’s secure, and give it a fresh coat of paint. When you do, you might just add a few extra thousand onto your home’s value!
