Warmer Weather is on the way!
It means that our yards and flower gardens will be bursting with color. There are just a few tiny little drawbacks. Weeding, pruning, mowing, edging, and the list goes on! Advice to the wise…don’t let it get out of hand. It’s much easier to maintain your property than it is to clean up an overgrown and unkempt property.
One of the easiest ways to boost your curb appeal is by adding some greens and flowers. If you don’t have the time or money to spend on setting up a garden, you can simply add planters and window boxes. You can also use plants to accentuate and frame key visual points like your home’s windows and entryways.
Here are some tips for making your Gainesville FL home an eye catcher:
Look after your lawn
While the lawn is often one of the most overlooked parts of a home, it is one of the biggest parts when it comes to maintaining curb appeal Regularly care for your lawn by raking off dead leaves, pulling out weeds and mowing the grass. You must also keep it watered to prevent brown spots.
Make your front door stand out
If you want to boost your curb appeal, don’t forget your front door. Make sure it pops by painting it with some bold color that accentuates and enhances the other colors of your home’s exterior. It is not advisable to go for bright colors when it comes to choosing a paint color for the front door.
Let there be light
Make your entryway look welcoming by using a sconce or a hanging pendant by your front door. You can also replace it with something more fun and fresh if it already looks outdated. Make sure to clean off all the cobwebs you can see around your outdoor light fixtures, as these webs usually make space look unmaintained.
Go for symmetrical patterns
In most homes, symmetrical patterns usually create focal points that look pleasing to the eye. These patterns also make your home look more put together. Achieve the look by using matching wall lanterns or plants on either side of your front door. You can also do the same around your garage door.
Replace your outdated mailbox
Replace your outdated mailbox with something that looks better. It may just be a small project to take on, but it can make a significant difference in the curb appeal of your home.
Clean your gutters
When cleaning your gutters, wear a shirt with long sleeves and rubber gloves. Have a good extendable ladder available and use a small plastic scoop to remove gunk. You can also spare your lawn by dumping the stuff onto a plastic tarp. After you’ve cleared the muck, flush the gutters and downspouts with a garden hose — also a great way to spot any leaks.
How to Clean Gutters
Skip the Fertilizer: All of the Florida rain can wash fertilizer into bays, lagoons, rivers, lakes and oceans.
Save Money with DIY Weed Killer: Making your own weed killer is easy and completely affordable! There are many recipes floating around the internet, but the most standard recipe includes:3 cups VINEGAR (white distilled with 5%, 10% or 20% acetic acid)½ cup SALT (allow salt to dissolve into vinegar before adding soap)1 TBSP SOAP (liquid dish detergent without bleach is safe and effective)
Don’t Overplant: Keep in mind the size of a plant when it matures. Leaving enough space around each plant makes it easier to grow them and will prevent crowding and the need for excessive pruning later on
Power wash
There is nothing more satisfying than power washing all the years of dirt and grime off your walkway, siding and porch. If you do not own a power washer, you can rent one from a big box hardware store.
Fix it up
Take care of all the small repairs like ripped screens, dysfunctional bulbs or chipped paint. Remember, for homebuyers, every tiny flaw can stand out against a picturesque exterior. Take some time walking around the outside of your Gainesville FL home and note the things that require some quick fix.