Visitors instantly form judgments about the inside of a home and the people who reside there by the appearance of the front entry. It is usually not even a conscious thought, but research has shown that this one area does more to influence mood and impressions that anywhere else on the exterior of the home. A broken or worn-out looking front door makes the entire home seem uncalled for or unwelcoming. People can avoid this mistaken impression by adding a new door and sprucing up their entry way.
Replace the Door
Replacing an old door benefits a home in more than one way. It does become more aesthetically pleasing, but it also reduces energy loss. Modern Aluminum Entry Doors in Baltimore MD are able to fit more snugly and are made of more energy efficient materials than older designs. Their snug fit also makes them better able to reduce noise pollution from outside. Once installed, the improvement in the appearance of the home will be instant. Consider painting the door something besides basic white. The most popular colors today are red, yellow and black.
Clean the Entry
After the new door has been installed, clear off the exterior entry and the steps. Power wash brick or concrete steps and paint wooden ones. Remove any faded decorative accessories or broken furnishings and add a fresh coat of paint to any wooden trim. Remove the globes from the exterior lighting, clean and replace them. If they are more than a decade old, and it is in the budget, consider replacing them entirely with something modern.
Add Some Plants
Once everything is updated and cleaned, add some greenery. Plants make every home look fresh, bright and friendly. Potted plants are easy to care for, can be rearranged in minutes and are able to be rotated with decorative items as the seasons change.
HomeStory of Baltimore offers a large inventory of interior and exterior doors. Aluminum Entry Doors in Baltimore MD can be installed in just a few hours with their help. One weekend is all that is needed to make the exterior of a home look entirely new. Whether a homeowner is hoping to increase their curb appeal to sell the home, or they are just ready for a fresh look, the front door is a great place to start.
