Curb Appeal: Shrubs, Trees, and Bushes

Next time you’re out front, take a good look at your house. Can you see it okay or are there trees and shrubs blocking the view?
It’s especially important if you’re selling your house to make sure potential buyers have a good look at your house from the street. And they like what they see, of [...]

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Curb Appeal: Porches, Columns, and Color

Many farmer’s porches and entryways have supporting columns (or pillars). Some are structural and some are decorative. But even if the builder assures you that those skinny little pillars will hold up the porch and conform to code, the finished look may not appear balanced from the street. I’ve seen many examples of houses where [...]

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Let’s Talk About Color: Maroon

Maroon is one of those colors that can lean in a couple of different directions but usually it’s a dark purplish red. With the blue undertones, it doesn’t have the same warm feeling that a brick red has. But if you have a maroon house, consider warming it up with a solid oak door. The [...]

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