A front porch is more than just a threshold to usher guests into your home. When nicely decorated, your porch can add to a house’s curb appeal while warmly welcoming visitors to stop by and stay awhile.
To help transform your front porch into a space you and your guests would love to spend time on, we have put together a few porch décor ideas to spur your imagination.
Porch Decorating Tips
Whether you have something small or a large wraparound, there are many ways to upgrade your porch. For instance, you might consider some or several of the following:
Paint your front door: Instead of worrying about painting your entire house, just painting your front door can refresh and update the look of your home’s exterior. A fresh coat of paint can do wonders, and if you are feeling bold, you can even opt for a trendy color to highlight your front door.
Add a railing: If your porch is missing a railing, adding one can create more of an enclosed and intimate space. Porch rail styles can range from wrought iron to custom vinyl porch railing. When choosing, just make sure to go with a style that blends in with the rest of your home’s architecture.
Create a seating area: One way to ensure your guests feel welcome is to have a seating area on your porch. Start off by adding chairs so you and your friends and family have a spot to relax and enjoy each other’s company. You can go with anything from quintessential front porch rockers to benches. Adding side tables, cushions, and pillows can make the space even more inviting.
Get creative with potted plants: Potted plants can add a pop of color and breathe life into any front porch. Instead of going with the standard plastic or resin pots, get creative and incorporate different materials and textures such as terra cotta, ceramic, clay, and baskets. Potted plants can be eye-catching right by your front door or staggered on your steps. If you have windows on your porch, you can add window boxes filled with cheery annuals.
Add a doormat: Doormats aren’t just for wiping dirty shoes. They can add a decorative touch and pull your entire front porch look together. For a trendy touch, pair a buffalo plaid rug in a thin material beneath a standard mat.
Hang a wreath: A wreath is one of the best items for decorating a porch. It will draw attention to your door and can easily be updated with each new season.
Contact Shearer Patio & Landscape Services to Increase Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Now that you have plenty of ideas to decorate your porch, you might be wondering how you can add additional curb appeal. At Shearer Patio & Landscape Services, we can ensure the rest of your yard looks just as eye-catching as your new front porch. We offer seasonal cleanup, plant installation, maintenance, and many other lawn services to transform your yard into a welcoming environment.
If you have any questions about our services or are interested in a free estimate, please don’t hesitate to reach out!