February 5, 2010

Front Porch Decorating Ideas

Budget Tip of the Day: Accessorize

This is the fun part of dressing up a front porch and there are so many decorating ideas. Start with stuff you already have. Search your home or garage for things to display. Anything from a bench to an old tricycle to a rocking chair. Use a small table to give height to potted flowers or plants. Find an inexpensive wreath for the door. Or install old hooks for hanging plants. Create a layered look by using multiple items in varying heights or keep it clean and simple by simply placing one plant on both sides of the door–creating a symmetrical look. Before you buy anything, go shopping in your own house. More than likely, you’ll have something that will look great on the porch. Another great place to shop: thrift stores. They are filled with old, reusable gems.

What are your front porch decorating ideas?

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February 4, 2010

Front Porch Decorating Ideas

House Numbers

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Budget Tip of the Day: Fun With Numbers

Turn your house number into something that fits your personality and stands out from the crowd.  There are many ways to do this front porch decorating idea on a budget.

  • Take down your current numbers, spray paint a fun color, and reattach.
  • Vinyl offers a variety of easy options. Just peel and stick the numbers directly to your door.
  • Create an etched glass look (red door) with a vinyl adhesive as well. If you’ve got a house number with a smaller number, try spelling it out using vinyl letters.
  • Take a trip to your local home improvement store and buy new numbers in a style that better suits your personality.

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February 3, 2010

Front Porch Decorating Ideas

Front Porch Decorating IdeasBudget Tip of the Day: Door Mat

There are so many stylish and inexpensive door mats these days, which makes them a perfect decorating accessory for your front porch. Get a mat that coordinates with other colors you already have out there. You could also create a faux mat or runner by painting the steps and porch leading up to the door.  Something as simple as a door mat really can be just what you need to freshen up your space.

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February 2, 2010

Front Porch Decorating Ideas

Front Porch Decorating IdeasBudget Tip of the Day: Spruce Up the Lights

Lighting plays a big role in how warm and inviting your porch looks.  This front porch decorating idea is cheaper than you might think.  Updating your current lighting can make a huge impact. The cheapest way is with a can of spray paint–the perfect solution for outdated, brassy fixtures.  Remove your fixture and tape off the glass. Give it a few coats of paint and reattach to the wall or ceiling. However, a common problem for the front porch is that the light fixtures are often way too small for the scale of the house.  Search discount stores online or shop the clearance section of your home improvement store for something with a little more presence.  A new fixture can add wonders to your porch and make sure it’s well lit for all to see.

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Front Porch Decorating Ideas

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February 1, 2010

Front Porch Decorating Ideas

Paint the DoorBudget Tip of the Day: Paint the Door

This front porch decorating idea seems so simple, but it can do wonders to boost the curb appeal of your home. You can get away with some vibrant colors on a front door and create a welcoming place that you love coming home to. Use an exterior paint with a glossy finish and apply 2-3 coats. Apply a few coats of polyurethane over the top to protect the paint finish. Be sure to tape off any glass panels you may have in the door. You can easily use a quart size container of paint to get this job done instead of a full gallon, which will save you extra money.

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Painted Door

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