When it comes to the exterior of your home, there are a lot of things that you can do to make the most of your curb appeal. A visually appealing home exterior will add value to your property, give a good first impression to any guests visiting and elevate the area that you live in. From simple tasks that take a short amount of time to DIY jobs that might take you a weekend, here are six things that you can do to improve the front of your home instantly.
Get rid of the weeds
Weeds growing in the gaps of patio tiles or paving bricks immediately make a home look uncared for. Weeds often grow when the temperature is warm but there has been rainfall, so expect them to pop up mostly during spring or early autumn. While you can buy weed killers and toxic sprays, these can be harmful to the environment, so it’s best to try and pull as many weeds out naturally as possible. Some great gardening tools on the market make this job easier (such as electric weed pullers and handheld combi system scrapers for moss build-up). However, if you don’t have time for weed maintenance, look to modernise your driveway and opt for exposed aggregate concrete for a smooth and seamless finish that weeds cannot penetrate.
Clean your window frames
While most of us clean our windows, we often forget about the frames. Car fumes, rainfall and air pollutants can create a build-up of black spores, making windows look dirty and leaving houses looking shabby. While wooden sash windows often require regular sanding back and re-painting, UPVC windows can be transformed with a large sponge, warm water and some Cif cleaning agent