{"id":7539,"date":"2015-07-01T13:35:04","date_gmt":"2015-07-01T17:35:04","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/?p=7539"},"modified":"2017-02-06T13:54:09","modified_gmt":"2017-02-06T18:54:09","slug":"top-22-curb-appeal-tricks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/do-it-yourself\/top-22-curb-appeal-tricks\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 30 Curb Appeal Tricks"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7548\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal-704x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Vintage American Home tells you how to improve your curb appeal with 30 great ideas.  \" width=\"669\" height=\"973\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal-704x1024.jpg 704w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal-206x300.jpg 206w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal-120x175.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal-500x727.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/30-Ways-to-Improve-Curb-Appeal.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Car Stopping Curb Appeal!<\/h2>\n<h2><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"><em>Top 30\u00a0Curb Appeal Tricks<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7557\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns.jpg\" alt=\"Get amazing curb appeal with 30 great ideas from Vintage American Home.  Lanterns and posts are just one idea.\" width=\"735\" height=\"980\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns-120x160.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/lanterns-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a><\/em><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3>Curb appeal is pleasing for the passerby and the homeowner. \u00a0An attractive and neat home is the\u00a0first impression\u00a0your neighbors and friends have of your home. \u00a0But you also can derive satisfaction from arriving home to an appealing and welcoming view.<\/h3>\n<h3>Not every home is an newly constructed model home. \u00a0So what are some ideas to improve your curb appeal and at the same time their home&#8217;s value? \u00a0Here are some of my top tricks.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7573\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Path to your front door.  Vintage American Home.com ideas for Curb appeal.  Pavers, porticos and more\" width=\"669\" height=\"1004\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico-682x1024.jpg 682w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico-120x180.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico-500x750.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Pavers-path-front-porch-Portico.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/a>1. \u00a0Which way do I go? Be sure there is a clear path that leads to the door to make your\u00a0home feel inviting. \u00a0Don&#8217;t have guests wandering around trying to figure out how to find the door. You are giving them them &#8220;This is a fortress&#8221; message and &#8220;Visitors are not welcome&#8221;.<\/h3>\n<p class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7560\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Lanterns, window boxes and more.  Even the best colors for painting your home.  30 Curb appeal Improvement ideas from Vintage American Home Blog.\" width=\"735\" height=\"980\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy-120x160.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Posts-for-Curb-Appeal-copy-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>2. Lanterns on Posts give instant charm and beauty. \u00a0Always use a bigger lantern than you think. \u00a0Think about changing the bulbs and cleaning it when you decide how tall to make it.<\/h3>\n<h3>3. \u00a0Remove overgrown shrubs and limb up trees so that you can easily see the house from the street. If a tree\u00a0was planted 30 years ago and is now totally blocking the house and ready to spread through the windows you need to remove it.<br \/>\n4.\u00a0 Paint shutters and front door or add new shutters.<\/h3>\n<h3>5. \u00a0Paint your brick. \u00a0It is easier than you think. I used a primer and paint from Sherwin Williams and it has not faded or flaked in the past 6 years. \u00a0It really updated the look of my 1960&#8217;s brick.<\/h3>\n<h3>6. \u00a0Paint your siding for an instant update. \u00a0Benjamin Moore has a great article on how to do it.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7569\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco.jpg\" alt=\"The best color schemes to paint your house.  Best siding colors.  30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com\" width=\"735\" height=\"329\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco-300x134.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco-120x54.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-shutters-and-cream-stucco-500x224.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a><br \/>\n7. \u00a0The best outside color schemes are taupe with black shutters and door and creamy white trim.<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Other pleasing color combinations:<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"> White with dark green shutters and a red door,<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #0000ff;\">Cream siding with black shutters and a red door.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"> Sage green siding with taupe trim and a darker green door and shutters.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"> Any very dark color with cream trim and windows.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"color: #0000ff;\"> Cream siding with turquoise or teal blue shutters<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7572\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets.jpg\" alt=\"Best curb appeal improvements from Vintage American Home blog.  Hanging baskets on porch.\" width=\"735\" height=\"980\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets-120x160.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Hanging-Baskets-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>8. \u00a0Hanging Baskets add so much beauty and color to your front porch. \u00a0Try to get the largest basket you can so there is more soil for the plants and water daily.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7559\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy.jpg\" alt=\"Lanterns and porch decoration for curb appeal.  How to imporve it, which size to choose.  From Vintage American Home.\" width=\"735\" height=\"1010\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy-218x300.jpg 218w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy-120x165.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Lanterns-on-Front-porch-copy-500x687.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>9. \u00a0Use large lanterns or decorations on your steps, porch or doorway to be seen from the curb. \u00a0If you want it to be appealing from the curb it needs to be able to be seen on a drive by. So substitute 1-2 large lanterns, pots or decorative accessories for a bunch of smaller ones at the location that is most visible from the street.<\/h3>\n<h3>8. \u00a0A meticulous front door way with no dirt or cobwebs is very important but can often get away from us and be forgotten.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7570\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal.jpg\" alt=\"American Flag always amazing, any season.  Vintage American Home.com 30 ideas for improivng curb appeal.\" width=\"735\" height=\"980\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal-120x160.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/American-Flag-for-Curb-appeal-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>10. \u00a0Hang the American flag. The colors, the feeling of American Patriotism, any season, any color house &#8211; always works!<\/h3>\n<h3>11. \u00a0Seasonal flowers are nice but only if you\u00a0have time to maintain them.\u00a0 Dead or dying flowers are worse than no flowers. One large pot of geraniums, mums or pansies is more attractive than a bunch of little pots or a bed of scraggly annuals that are thirsting for water.<\/h3>\n<h3>12. \u00a0Lovely landscaping: \u00a0Otherwise seasonal flowers are great! \u00a0Perennials are easier if they aren&#8217;t wildly invasive. \u00a0Shrubs and trees that don&#8217;t overgrow your house are even better. \u00a0the most important tip for landscaping that is seen from the street is sharp edging around the bed and black mulch. \u00a0Edging needs an edger or just a flathead shovel and a little muscle.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7574\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"  Vintage American Home.com 30 ideas for improving curb appeal. Black Mulch, edged beds are always a must.\" width=\"669\" height=\"1004\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping-682x1024.jpg 682w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping-120x180.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping-500x750.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Black-mulch-edged-beds-landscaping.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/a>13. \u00a0Most importantly! \u00a0Black mulch always looks better than brown and a lot better than orange. \u00a0 \u00a0Use black died mulch or natural mulch that is as dark as possible. \u00a0(All mulch fades).<br \/>\n14. \u00a0 Remove any outdated metal awnings from windows and doors.<br \/>\n15.\u00a0 Repair cracked sidewalks and steps, rotted wood etc.<br \/>\n16. \u00a0Powerwash the house and roof if needed.<br \/>\n17. \u00a0Recoat the driveway or add more stones if it is a crushed stone drive.<\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7239\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f-682x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Front Porch decorating coastal beach porch\" width=\"669\" height=\"1004\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f-682x1024.jpg 682w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f-200x300.jpg 200w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f-120x180.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f-500x750.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/06\/Porch-Decorating-Ideas-f.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/a><\/h3>\n<h3>18. \u00a0Use cushions and pillows on your porch furniture. \u00a0You can always wash them and dry them if they get a little worn. \u00a0But they really are a great way to add color and the cozy feel as well as comfort. <a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/decorating-ideas\/10-front-porch-decorating-ideas\/\">More porch decorating ideas here.<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/decorating-ideas\/10-front-porch-decorating-ideas\/\">\u00a0<\/a><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>19. \u00a0Replace your rusty old metal mailbox. \u00a0An attractive Mailbox is one of the first things visible from your curb.<\/h3>\n<h3>20. \u00a0Any post on the front of your home that is the size of a 2 x4 can be made larger by adding a column that covers it. \u00a0this will make the posts look bigger, more substantial and impressive while the actual supporting post is inside. \u00a0Round or square a large column makes all the difference.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7562\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2-524x1024.jpg\" alt=\"Address signs for curb appeal.  30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American HOme.com\" width=\"524\" height=\"1024\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2-524x1024.jpg 524w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2-153x300.jpg 153w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2-120x235.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2-500x978.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Untitled-2-copy-2.jpg 735w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 524px) 100vw, 524px\" \/><\/a>21. \u00a0An easy addition to any home is an attractive address sign.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7554\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal.jpg\" alt=\"  30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com  Awnings\" width=\"735\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal-218x300.jpg 218w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal-120x165.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Green-awnings-for-curb-appeal-500x689.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>22. \u00a0Canvas Awnings shade your porch and give it privacy but also provide, color and charm to your home.<\/h3>\n<h3>23. \u00a0Add a Porch or covered portico to your home. \u00a0Not only will it look great, it will improve your home value, increase your living space and provide cover when you are trying to get your door unlocked.<\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3>24. \u00a0New wall sconces for your exterior are easy to install. \u00a0Consider a\u00a0hanging lantern in front of door. \u00a0Walays go bigger than you think so the lights make a statement and can be seen from the street.<\/h3>\n<h3>25. \u00a0Electric candles in the windows are warm and attractive even after Christmas.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7553\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy.jpg\" alt=\"30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com  Window boxes\" width=\"735\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy-300x229.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy-120x92.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy-500x382.jpg 500w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Curb-appeal-window-boxes-copy-180x138.jpg 180w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>26. \u00a0Window boxes are one of the ultimate \u00a0curb appeal additions. \u00a0They look great even without flowers. \u00a0Some of the newly constructed ones even have automatic watering mechanisms. \u00a0If you can&#8217;t keep the plants watered just leave them empty.<\/h3>\n<h3>27. \u00a0Replace outdated concrete with pavers and if you \u00a0really want to splurge think of cobblestones. Paths and even driveways will look amazing.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7549\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice.jpg\" alt=\"30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com.   Arbors lattice and fences.\" width=\"735\" height=\"862\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice-256x300.jpg 256w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice-120x141.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Arbor-and-lattice-500x586.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>28. \u00a0Focus! \u00a0Use a fountain or birdbath as a focal point. \u00a0Add an arbor.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-7552\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door-1024x771.jpg\" alt=\"30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com Exterior Christmas decorations\" width=\"669\" height=\"504\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door-1024x771.jpg 1024w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door-300x226.jpg 300w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door-120x90.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Christmas-door-500x376.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 669px) 100vw, 669px\" \/><\/a>29. \u00a0Holiday decorations- classic and simple. \u00a0Consolidate them into a vignette \u00a0instead of spreading randomly around the yard.<\/h3>\n<h3><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-7561\" src=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum.jpg\" alt=\"30 ideas for curb appeal improvement, increase the value and beauty of your home.  Help you home sell.  Ideas fro Vintage American Home.com Picket fence\" width=\"735\" height=\"980\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum.jpg 735w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum-225x300.jpg 225w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum-120x160.jpg 120w, http:\/\/www.vintageamericanhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/08\/Rounded-porch-and-picket-fence-with-lythrum-500x667.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/a>30. \u00a0Picket fences- pvc, wood, painted, stained, white, black, natural etc. \u00a0It doesn&#8217;t matter! \u00a0A picket fence is an amazing curb appeal solution that adds beauty, value and functional security.<\/h3>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Car Stopping Curb Appeal! 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