The JuanSells.com Realty Co
The front entrance is a portal to your home. It is also an invitation to come in, an unofficial “welcome” for guests. It’s an important part of the home! Yet, with day to day life, we’re often too busy scurrying in and out of the front entrance; it’s easy to forget to give it a little TLC. Luckily, your front entrance can be stylish and eye-catching in a few easy steps: painting or staining, lighting, and decorations.
Consider painting or staining your existing front door with weather-proof outdoor paint. This will protect your door from the outdoor elements. Contrasting colors or a unique color scheme could make your front entrance pop on your street. Do remember though that you still want the colors to fit into the neighborhood aesthetic and be pleasing to any future buyers.
Another idea is to purchase new outdoor sconces, or for a cheaper option, re-paint the ones you already have with outdoor paint to match your new color scheme. Updating and upgrading the door handle can be another fun way to add a new design element to the front entrance. Consider adding a door knocker to the door. A welcome mat or potted plants around the door can further create an inviting entrance. Extend your style and personalty from the inside of your home to the front entrance!
All of these tips carry the added bonus of potentially increasing the curb appeal of your home. That way, when you are ready to sell, the outside work is already done.
If you’re thinking about selling in the near future, then you’ll definitely want to take advantage of these front entrance tips. The first thing a buyer will see is the outside of the home, and the first point of contact for the inside of the home is the door. A good strategy to remember: the buyer should be persuaded to open the door. Therefore, the front entrance has a large impact on the split-second initial impression the buyer has of the home.
Whether you’re selling your home or not, doing an update of your front entrance can be an easy way to make your home feel more inviting. Plus, it makes for an easy and fun home improvement project!
from Bloomington’s Most Trusted Real Estate Agent, Juan Carlos Carrasquel, Realtor, The JuanSells.com Realty Co., (812) 369-0785
