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39 Budget Curb Appeal Ideas That Will Totally Change Your Home
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# 39 Budget Curb Appeal Ideas That Will Totally Change Your Home

**Give your house a facelift.**

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## Whether you're looking to sell, or just want to give your home a spring refresh, these simple curb appeal ideas will go a long way.

![](https://img.buzzfeed.com/buzzfeed-static/static/2015-05/1/15/enhanced/webdr03/original-24515-1430509468-15.jpg?downsize=700%3A%2A&output-quality=auto&output-format=auto)

[hgtv.com](http://www.hgtv.com/design/outdoor-design/landscaping-and-hardscaping/copy-the-curb-appeal-bergen-county-nj-pictures)

## 1.First step: paint your front door.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[postcardsfromtheridge.com](http://www.postcardsfromtheridge.com/2014/04/30-front-door-colors-with-tips-for.html)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[postcardsfromtheridge.com](http://www.postcardsfromtheridge.com/2014/04/30-front-door-colors-with-tips-for.html)

[Here's a great guide](http://www.postcardsfromtheridge.com/2014/04/30-front-door-colors-with-tips-for.html) for how to choose which color, which is often the hardest part. A brightly colored door is a great way to draw attention to your house and make it feel modern and inviting.

## 2.There's even an app that lets you see what different door colors would look like!

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[itunes.apple.com](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/front-door-paint/id649226406?mt=8)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[itunes.apple.com](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/front-door-paint/id649226406?mt=8)

It's called Front Door Paint, naturally. Get it [here](https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/front-door-paint/id649226406?mt=8).

## 3.Here's the best way to paint a storm door:

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[lovepomegranatehouse.com](http://www.lovepomegranatehouse.com/how-to-paint-your-front-door/)

See the full instructions [here](http://www.lovepomegranatehouse.com/how-to-paint-your-front-door/).

## 4.If you don't want to paint, just give your door a good scrub.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[tidymom.net](http://tidymom.net/2009/how-to-clean-front-door/)

See how [here](http://tidymom.net/2009/how-to-clean-front-door/).

## 5.Spray paint your existing door hardware.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[thriftydecorchick.com](http://www.thriftydecorchick.com/2013/10/spray-painting-door-knobs.html)

Anything is more modern than contractor's brass. See how [here](http://www.thriftydecorchick.com/2013/10/spray-painting-door-knobs.html).

## 6.Give your house numbers a font upgrade.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[dwr.com](http://www.dwr.com/product/neutra-number-aluminum.do?utm_source=affiliate)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[homebyally.blogspot.com](http://homebyally.blogspot.com/2013/11/exterior-reveal-diy-curb-appeal-on.html)

The font is very important. Get these sans-serif ones on the left [here](http://www.dwr.com/product/neutra-number-aluminum.do?utm_source=affiliate&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=EbayEnterprise). For the decals on the right, go [here](http://homebyally.blogspot.com/2013/11/exterior-reveal-diy-curb-appeal-on.html).

## 7.Frame your door.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[meandjilly.blogspot.com](http://meandjilly.blogspot.com/2011/05/front-door-miracle.html)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[meandjilly.blogspot.com](http://meandjilly.blogspot.com/2011/05/front-door-miracle.html)

Painting the trim and adding matching moulding can make any door frame look tons better. Get the directions at [Me and Jilly.](http://meandjilly.blogspot.com/2011/05/front-door-miracle.html)

## 8.Add a stylish door knocker.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[marcusdesigninc.com](http://www.marcusdesigninc.com/2011/08/before-after-my-front-door.html)

Learn how to polish antique brass at [Marcus Design](http://www.marcusdesigninc.com/2011/08/before-after-my-front-door.html).

## 9.Put in some new porch lights.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[twotwentyone.net](http://www.twotwentyone.net/2014/07/new-back-patio-light/?crlt.pid=camp.b0GRHhRmarEJ)

Learn how to replace your lights at [Two Twenty One.](http://www.twotwentyone.net/2014/07/new-back-patio-light/?crlt.pid=camp.b0GRHhRmarEJ)

## 10.Or, just upgrade the ones you have.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[stylewithcents.blogspot.com](http://stylewithcents.blogspot.com/2012/01/1-front-porch-light-makeover.html)

This radical makeover cost $1! See how to do it at [Style With Cents.](http://stylewithcents.blogspot.com/2012/01/1-front-porch-light-makeover.html)

## 11.Add tile to a plain concrete entryway.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[decorandthedog.net](http://decorandthedog.net/decorandthedog/2011/04/slate-tile-porch.html)

See instructions at [Decor and the Dog](http://decorandthedog.net/decorandthedog/2011/04/slate-tile-porch.html).

## 12.Or, make faux tiles with concrete stain.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[beneathmyheart.net](http://www.beneathmyheart.net/2010/05/new-tile-patio-floor-reveal-and/)

Get the tutorial at [Beneath My Heart](http://www.beneathmyheart.net/2010/05/new-tile-patio-floor-reveal-and/).

## 13.Adding layers of plants will give more dimension to your porch.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[houseandhome.com](http://houseandhome.com/design/photo-gallery-curb-appeal-decorating?page=13)

See how to mix and match at [House and Home](http://houseandhome.com/design/photo-gallery-curb-appeal-decorating?page=13).

## 14.Add some hanging planters.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[abeautifulmess.com](http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2013/05/hanging-planters-are-easy-to-make.html)

Learn how to make these DIY hangers at [A Beautiful Mess](http://www.abeautifulmess.com/2013/05/hanging-planters-are-easy-to-make.html).

## 15.Make an inexpensive planter tall by glueing two pots together.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[bradybunchremodel.com](http://www.bradybunchremodel.com/2011/08/24/our-very-own-ikea-hack-sort-of/#comment-385)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[bradybunchremodel.com](http://www.bradybunchremodel.com/2011/08/24/our-very-own-ikea-hack-sort-of/#comment-385)

See how at [Brady Bunch Remodel](http://www.bradybunchremodel.com/2011/08/24/our-very-own-ikea-hack-sort-of/#comment-385).

## 16.For a small porch, try a vertical planter.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[cape27blog.com](http://www.cape27blog.com/2012/09/diy-vertical-wall-planter/)

See how to make this one at [Cape 27.](http://www.cape27blog.com/2012/09/diy-vertical-wall-planter/)

## 17.Start a container garden with these DIY planters.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[home-heart-and-hands.blogspot.com](http://home-heart-and-hands.blogspot.com/2014/05/diy-front-porch-planter-with-gold.html)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[shanty-2-chic.com](http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/05/diy-cedar-planter-box.html)

See how to make the gold-dipped one [here](http://home-heart-and-hands.blogspot.com/2014/05/diy-front-porch-planter-with-gold.html), and the cedar one [here](http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2014/05/diy-cedar-planter-box.html).

## 18.This chart will tell you how to mix and match colorful plants:

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[info.barnnurserylandscape.com](http://info.barnnurserylandscape.com/blog/?Tag=container)

See more at [Barn Nursery.](http://info.barnnurserylandscape.com/blog/?Tag=container)

## 19.Wood stain your aluminum garage door for a more rustic feel.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[hometalk.com](http://www.hometalk.com/3809326/have-a-worn-painted-aluminum-garage-door-stain-it?+Stain+It+=)!%20(For%20Less%20than%20Twenty%20Dollars)&%20Stain%20It%20!%20(For%20Less%20than%20Twenty%20Dollars)

See how [here](http://www.hometalk.com/3809326/have-a-worn-painted-aluminum-garage-door-stain-it?+Stain+It+%21+%28For+Less+than+Twenty+Dollars%29=&+Stain+It+%21+%28For+Less+than+Twenty+Dollars%29=).

## 20.Or class it up with DIY carriage house doors.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[garrdenoflove.blogspot.com](http://garrdenoflove.blogspot.com/2012/11/garage-door-makeover.html)

All you need is $10 worth of hardware and a drill. See how at [Garden of Love.](http://garrdenoflove.blogspot.com/2012/11/garage-door-makeover.html)

## 21.Take it up a notch and add a pergola with climbing vines.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[laurries.blogspot.com](http://laurries.blogspot.com/2013/05/come-back-in-couple-years.html)

The pergola is quick, but the vines might take a while. See the full transformation [here](http://laurries.blogspot.com/2013/05/come-back-in-couple-years.html).

## 22.Make a faux stair runner with paint.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[the2seasons.com](http://the2seasons.com/2014/06/22/another-curb-appeal-improvement/)

It gives stairs a little more character, PLUS you don't have to paint the whole thing. Get the directions at [The 2 Seasons.](http://the2seasons.com/2014/06/22/another-curb-appeal-improvement/)

## 23.Cover an exposed foundation with ready-made panels.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[fauxpanels.com](http://www.fauxpanels.com/norwich-stone/styles-colorado-stacked-stone.php)

Get them [here](http://www.fauxpanels.com/norwich-stone/styles-colorado-stacked-stone.php).

## 24.Camouflage your ugly electrical boxes.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[loveoffamilyandhome.net](http://loveoffamilyandhome.net/2012/07/camouflaging-eyesore-in-our-backyard.html)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[loveoffamilyandhome.net](http://loveoffamilyandhome.net/2012/07/camouflaging-eyesore-in-our-backyard.html)

Just paint them the same color as your house! See more [here](http://loveoffamilyandhome.net/2012/07/camouflaging-eyesore-in-our-backyard.html).

## 25.And hide your AC unit.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[spiralsandspatulas.com](http://www.spiralsandspatulas.com/2011/11/complying-with-hoa-rules.html)

See how to camouflage this necessary eyesore at [Spirals and Spatulas.](http://www.spiralsandspatulas.com/2011/11/complying-with-hoa-rules.html)

## 26.Give your mailbox a makeover.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[beneathmyheart.net](http://www.beneathmyheart.net/2013/04/mailbox-makeover-improving-curb-appeal/)

This one is from a pre-packaged kit. See how to do it at [Beneath My Heart](http://www.beneathmyheart.net/2013/04/mailbox-makeover-improving-curb-appeal/).

## 27.Revamp your welcome mat.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[smartschoolhouse.com](http://www.smartschoolhouse.com/crafts-and-diy/diy-custom-door-mat/2#_a5y_p=1925984)

You can give new life to a ratty door mat with [this easy tutorial](http://www.smartschoolhouse.com/crafts-and-diy/diy-custom-door-mat/2#_a5y_p=1925984) from Smart Schoolhouse.

## 28.Or, personalize a [cheap natural mat](http://www.ikea.com/us/en/catalog/products/20052187/).

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[thesitsgirls.com](http://www.thesitsgirls.com/diy/diy-personalized-door-mats/)

Directions at [The Sits Girls.](http://www.thesitsgirls.com/diy/diy-personalized-door-mats/)

## 29.Add faux shutters to your front windows.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[houselogic.com](http://www.houselogic.com/blog/windows-doors/exterior-window-shutters-diy/)

If you get the boards cut at the hardware store, you won't even need a saw. Get the instructions at [House Logic.](http://www.houselogic.com/blog/windows-doors/exterior-window-shutters-diy/)

## 30.While you're at it, repair any torn screens.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[marthastewart.com](http://www.marthastewart.com/275546/how-to-repair-window-screens/@center/277000/homekeeping-solutions#199543)

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[marthastewart.com](http://www.marthastewart.com/275546/how-to-repair-window-screens/@center/277000/homekeeping-solutions#199543)

Learn how from [Martha Stewart](http://www.marthastewart.com/275546/how-to-repair-window-screens/@center/277000/homekeeping-solutions#199543).

## 31.Pressure wash everything!

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[craftprocontracting.com](http://www.craftprocontracting.com/benefits-of-power-washing-home-maintenance/)

You can pressure wash bricks, wood decking, concrete, stucco, windows, vinyl, metal, plastic garbage cans, grills. Everything looks better with a little hard scrub.

## Look how satisfying it is!

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[youtube.com](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6zvoaDAthSs)

## 32.Add some window boxes.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[windowboxcontest.com](http://www.windowboxcontest.com/2013-windowbox-contest/before-and-after-2013/summer-of-abundant-colors/)

You can [buy](http://windowbox.com/) them or [DIY](http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2012/04/ten-diy-window-box-planter-ideas-with-free-building-plans-tuesday-ten.html) them.

## 33.Hang up your hose.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[shanty-2-chic.com](http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/06/hose-holder-for-the-garden-diy.html)

See how to make this convenient hanging post at [Shanty 2 Chic](http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/06/hose-holder-for-the-garden-diy.html).

## 34.Or, stick it in a cool copper pot.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[brookstone.com](http://www.brookstone.com/copper-garden-hose-pot)

Get it [here](http://www.brookstone.com/copper-garden-hose-pot).

## 35.Get rid of weeds with this DIY spray.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[onegoodthingbyjillee.com](http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2013/05/got-vinegar-you-have-a-cheap-and-easy-weed-killer.html)

See how to make it at [One Good Thing by Jillee.](http://www.onegoodthingbyjillee.com/2013/05/got-vinegar-you-have-a-cheap-and-easy-weed-killer.html)

## 36.Create your own flower beds with this easy tutorial.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[funkyjunkinteriors.net](http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/07/how-to-edge-flower-beds-like-pro.html)

See the full instructions and photos at [Funky Junk Interiors.](http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/07/how-to-edge-flower-beds-like-pro.html)

## 37.Create a flower bed around your trees for another well-contained pop of color.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[lovesphotoalbum.com](http://lovesphotoalbum.com/2011/08/10/colorful-tree-base-landscaping/)

See more [here](http://lovesphotoalbum.com/2011/08/10/colorful-tree-base-landscaping/).

## 38.Add some simple edging to any flower beds that will protect them from the mower.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[gardeenworld.blogspot.com](http://gardeenworld.blogspot.com/2013/06/brick-edging-for-your-flower-beds.html)

See how at [Garden World.](http://gardeenworld.blogspot.com/2013/06/brick-edging-for-your-flower-beds.html)

## 39.Top it all off with a porch swing.

![](data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7)

[shanty-2-chic.com](http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/06/porch-swing-diy.html)

Nothing says "Sit down, stay awhile" like an outdoor swing. Learn how to make this one at Shanty 2 Chic.

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