If you have a front porch but find it to be lacking and boring, you might be wondering how to add some life to it. It may feel overwhelming but there are some things to try to increase curb appeal and make this area of your home more welcoming and comfortable. Here are a few ways to make your front porch more inviting:

1. Dress Up or Replace Your Door

While summer is a great time to replace your doors and windows, you might just need to give your door a little extra care and attention. If you’re looking for a noticeable change, you can paint your door. Choose a contrasting trim around the door so the door pops. If you need inspiration, take a drive through your neighborhood and pay attention to door styles on similarly-styled homes.

If you don’t want to paint, you can add some new hardware to your door for a subtle upgrade. Changing out your door hardware for something trendier or higher quality is an affordable way to add a personal touch. Plus, adding exterior decorative details in this way is a popular home renovation trend.

2. Change Light Fixtures

Lighting is so important in making your front porch feel more inviting and it’s a popular exterior home remodeling idea. Proper outdoor lighting can add to the outdoor living experience in the evening. Make sure to layer different lighting to ensure the right level of lighting for any situation.

A porch that is well-lit is also an important safety measure as it prevents tripping and stumbling in the dark and it may prevent possible break-ins. You might also want to think about adding pathway lights leading up to the front porch. Adding some outdoor lighting like motion sensors helpful home security tip.

3. Fix or Add Railings

Railings are important for porches to keep everyone safe. If your railings are old and in need of repair, upgrade this part of your porch. Cracking, splintering, and loose posts are all signs it’s time to replace porch railings.

Replacing or adding extra railings adds a level of security to your home. For long-lasting railings, think about vinyl railings. This type of material is durable and comes in many styles and color options. Easier maintenance is also one of the benefits of vinyl railing.

4. Expand Your Porch

If you have a small porch but would like a larger area, think about expanding the porch. Adding more space to your porch is a popular summer home improvement project that can give you a better outdoor living area. A bigger porch with more space will create an inviting place to entertain.

You can even ask to expand your current porch so it wraps around the side of your home. This will allow you to create zones of living space. Make sure you have plenty of comfortable seating available. Not only is this a popular outdoor living trend, but it gives your porch a lived-in atmosphere, inviting people to relax,

Upgrade Your Front Porch With Zephyr Thomas

These are just a few ways to make your front porch feel more inviting. Hopefully, these ideas inspire you but if no amount of decorating makes your house feel like home, you might want to consider a remodeling project. If you think you’re ready to begin a home improvement project, give Zephyr Thomas a call at 717-399-4708!

Take a look at the video below to see the Zephyr Thomas team adding a small front porch to this home!