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With the warmer weather upon us, it’s time to start focusing on the needs of the outside of our house. Everyone knows that first impressions are the most important and the longest lasting. When it comes to our home, curb appeal is Number One on the First Impressions List.
This week, I am sharing some simple, low-cost improvements that you can do in a day, in a weekend, or in a month
With the warmer weather upon us, it’s time to start focusing on the needs of the outside of our house. Everyone knows that first impressions are the most important and the longest lasting. When it comes to our home, curb appeal is Number One on the First Impressions List.
This week, I am sharing some simple, low-cost improvements that you can do in a day, in a weekend, or in a month
Improvements You Can Do in a Weekend
Make a grand entry
Even with a small budget, there are ways to draw attention to your front door. Molding acts like an architectural eyeliner when applied to the sides and top of the doorway. Notice how the white door casing makes this door pop. 
Add outdoor art
Give your yard a little spunk by adding weather-resistant artwork. Choose pieces that complement your home's natural palette and exterior elements. Birdbaths, metal cutouts, sculptures, and wind chimes are good choices for outdoor art. Water sculptures not only function as yard art, but the burbling sounds soothe and make hot days feel cooler. Place fountains on level ground in optimum hearing and sight vantage points. Avoid spots in leaf-dropping range 
Add shutters or accent trim
Shutters and trim add a welcoming layer of beauty to your home's exterior. Shutters also control light and ventilation, and provide additional security. Exterior shutters can be made of wood, aluminum, vinyl, composite, or fiberglass. New composite materials, such as PVC resins or polyurethane, make trim details durable and low maintenance 
Add arbors or fence panels
Arbors, garden gates, and short sections of decorative fence panels will enhance your garden and the value of your home. These amenities can be found in easy-to-build kits or prefab sections you simply connect together. For best results, paint or stain these items with colors already on your house 
Replace gutters and downspouts
If your home has an older gutter system, odds are it's also suffering from peeling paint, rust spots, or other problems that can convey a sense of neglect. Replace old systems with newer, snap-fit vinyl gutter systems that go together with few tools and require no painting. Copper systems, while pricier, convey an unmistakable look of quality 
