Budget-friendly ways to add instant kerb appeal

First impressions are important, so you want to make the exterior of your home as attractive as possible. It doesn’t matter if you’re looking to sell or just want to give your home’s exterior a fresh look, here are 16 ways to add kerb appeal on the cheap.

Outdoor lighting can make a world of difference when it comes to your home’s kerb appeal. Add some solar lights along the front walkway or some low-voltage lights near your front flower bed.

A fresh coat of paint on your front door can give your home a whole new look, and better kerbside appeal. Try red for a classic look or a bright orange for something a bit unexpected.

Here are 12 home exterior colours to consider.

A couple well-placed flower pots on your front step will make for a cheery front entrance. Potted plants offer a much more welcoming environment.

Give your house number a makeover. People look for your address more than you may think as they drive by. Replace your old numbers with an updated metal or wood design to update the kerb appeal.

Here’s how to make concrete house numbers for your front yard.

A couple of shrubs or a new tree will instantly up your kerb appeal. Much like potted plants, trees and shrubs will add a welcoming quality to your home.

Get more inspiration with these cheap landscaping ideas that look expensive. 

One of the easiest ways to maintain kerb appeal is to keep your lawn tidy, and that includes the edging around your walkways and flower beds.

These easy lawn care tips will help you get a greener and healthier lawn with less work.

Humans aren’t the only things you want to find your home attractive. Appeal to a variety of birds to your yard with a birdhouse or bird feeder.

Learn more about how to attract birds to your garden. 

Give your mailbox an update with a colourful paint job or replace it. Just make sure you purchase an approved mailbox and follow regulations when it comes to height.

Window boxes will bring a splash of colour to the front of your home and add quick kerbside appeal. Plant perky pansies or cascading flowers such as petunias. You can even use the boxes to grow herbs.

Here are 10 essential cooking herbs to grow.