A lot of home décor effort is often focused on the interiors, hence the popular term; interior décor. The irony is; many a home owner pay little attention to the looks of their home exteriors inspite of the fact that you encounter a home’s exterior before you have a chance to appreciate it’s interiors. It’s often said that first impressions are the last impressions.
A negative first impression of a home, founded on its ill exterior décor or neglected exteriors may well end up being a lasting impression. The good news is that decorating the outside of you house can just be as exciting and rewarding as doing your interior décor. Furthermore, it need not put a dent in your purse. With some imagination and effort you can give your home a substatial make-over just by working on its exteriors.
When it comes to the outdoors, it’s tempting to assume that you need to have lots of outdoor space to make an impression. This misguided notion contributes to the neglect that is witnessed on the exteriors of many small homes. To dispel this myth lets look at afew exterior décor ideas
Doors and windows
Your front door and front facing windows can either be welcoming or repulsive. It’s advisable to dedicate time to make them stylish and noticable. A large double door sends the message that guests are welcome. If you are given to detail, a wooden lamu door might just provide that extra ornate touch. If you feel like adding a little sparkle to the outside of your home but are challenged financially or timewise, a relatively inexpensive and easy job is to paint all of your window frames. Pick a contrasting colour and go around the metal or wooden frames with a few coats. Potted flowery plants on your window seal can also achieve a similar effect by adding a splash of colour to the windows. The difference will be remarkable but what’s more, people won’t quite be able to put their finger on why your place looks so fresh.
Veranda
No matter how small your veranda or patio may be, you can improve its visual appeal by adding a container plant or two. Open, minimalist but stylish sitting provision can also easily turn your veranda to a favourite spot at home. Ambient lighting for the evening can be used can be used to create youtr desired mood.
Door step
Door Mats
Granted, this is quite a small space but picture what goes through your visitor’s mind as they wait at your door step for you to answer the door bell. That brief moment can be one of delight to you visitors if you get alittle creative with the flooring material or cover at your door step. A warm welcoming door mat rarely fails to enchant and heighten your vistors anticipation. Go the extra mile and charm them with the soft sounds of a wind chime as they await your welcome.
Walls
There is so much that can be done to exterior walls that it’s such a pity that few seldom make a go for it. Giving your walls a touch of paint is certainly one of them. If painted exterior walls is not your style, how about, brushing your stone walls to restore their fresh natural look. Climbing and creeping plants can also do wonders to an external wall.
Posted by Pambo Maridadi @ Crown Paints Kenya Ltd Email: info@crownpaints.co.ke
