January 27th, 2016Creating Curb Appeal With Your Fence

We depend on our fences to protect our families and to keep out unwanted guests, but we also know that fences are an important factor in our homes’ curb appeal. You don’t want to be the eyesore on the block with an old, rotting wood fence that has seen better days. Of course, it all begins with a great foundation and a sturdy fence, but once you have that, have some fun with it!

 

Style

We love a classic, white picket fence as much as the next guy, but there are a plethora of other stylish fence choices that can update your curb appeal. Maybe you’d like a regal looking fence that gives you the feeling of living in a palace? Ornamental iron fencing is the perfect decorative option for a king or queen, and it will keep royal pests out!

If your yard doesn’t quite fit ideal curb appeal standards, a tall wooden fence may do just the trick. While you work to get those pesky weeds under control, a beautifully stained wood option can be visually appealing and provide needed privacy.

 

Colour

A fresh coat of paint or stain on your fence can do wonders for the curb appeal of your home. It is becoming more common to venture outside of the basic neutral tones and to add a punch of colour to your fence line. It may be incorporating varying shades of lumber into your wood fence, or painting your fence a bold colour that will inject some life into your outdoor entertaining space. Neutrals will always be in style of course, and can help to showcase your beautiful garden or water feature.

 

Features

Finally, some add-on features to your fence can greatly enhance the curb appeal of your home. You may want to attach planter boxes to your fence and create a hanging garden. Another option is to add interesting artwork to your fence. Even simply adding a metal trim to a wood fence can enhance the look of the gateway to your home. There are plenty of fun extras that can bring your fence to life.

 

Don’t let your neighbours look at your yard in disgust; create functional and dazzling curb appeal by looking after your fence and giving it the stylish update that it deserves!