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When it comes to home renovations, it’s very easy to focus on the inside of the house. After all, this is the space in which you are warm and comfortable. You want it to remain comfortable, however, and that means that you should consider the inside as an important area of the home to renovate. The problem? Many homeowners forget the exterior of the house exists and they overlook all of the amazing ways that they could make it look good.

There are so many backyard ideas out there in the world that you could enjoy, and all you have to do is map out a plan. The backyard, the sides of the home and the driveway all offer curb appeal to potential buyers, and this is not something you want to miss out on. Focusing on the inside of the house is great, but just don’t forget about the outside. Here are some ideas on how to improve on the exterior of the house. 

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  1. Start with your front door. This is the space in which you and your guests are walking through on the way through to the rest of the home. Whether you are selling or not, you want this to look inviting and welcoming. So, paint it! Add a bright color to the street and go for a pillar-box red or a sunshine yellow. Choose the color that shows a little of who you are and don’t forget the frames and any glass panels in the door, too.
  2. Add some window boxes. At the front of the house and any visible windows from the street, consider window boxes packed with pretty flowers. They can be matched to your front door color to give your home a uniform look, and you can really attract a smile or two when people look at your home this way.
  3. Upgrade your mailbox. There are some awesome mailbox ideas out there that can really help you to make your home look harmonious in its decor. You can match the design or style of the house, and if you’re handy, you could even have your mailbox carved out to look like your home!
  4. Don’t forget the backyard. If you plan to sell your home, you want your backyard to be full of things that make people want to buy the house. Think hot tub and decking, patio and kids play area. You could even have the entire thing lawned in artificial grass to ensure that you have a low-maintenance option that doesn’t attract too many bugs. You’ll also be saving a lot of water!
  5. Install a new fence. White picket fence, anyone? You can upgrade or repaint your fence to make it look clean and new, and a new fence will help you to make your home look far more put together. The exterior of your home will also look much more secure with the right fencing in place to give it some privacy. Improving your exterior is much easier now you know how.
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