When you need to spruce up your front porch, it can seem overwhelming when you realize how many options are available and how much money you may need to spend in order to make your house look like you want it to. However, that doesn’t mean you have to spend lots of money or do everything at once; instead, it helps to focus on the things that really matter most and have the biggest impact, whether it’s painting or planting flowers, or adding some other decoration or functionality that makes your home more enjoyable and inviting. Here are some fun ways, recommended by Plan B Cleaning, to spruce up your front porch on a budget!
Provide outdoor seating
A great way to spruce up your porch is to provide comfortable outdoor seating for your guests. You can find inexpensive lawn chairs or an outdoor couch at most home improvement or home furniture stores. For a more unique look, try shopping at yard sales or thrift stores for vintage furniture. Add some colorful cushions and pillows to make your seating area more inviting. You could even hang a hammock for people to enjoy on sunny days. If you have an open space in front of your house, consider adding a sitting wall. Create an intimate space by planting climbing vines along the edge of the sitting wall so that they will eventually grow up and cover it entirely.
Add a wreath to your door
A wreath is an easy way to add some seasonal flair or personalization to your front porch. You can buy them pre-made, or get creative and make your own. The wreaths can feature anything seasonal, like sunflowers for summer, poinsettias for Christmas, easter eggs for spring, and pumpkins for Halloween. Additionally, if you want to invest in just one wreath that you can use year-round, you can get your last name or the first letter of your last name, as well as a sports team logo. For a budget-friendly option, try using items you already have around the house, like greenery from your yard or old holiday decorations.
New plants and flowers
One of the easiest and most affordable ways to decorate your front porch is with new plants and flowers. You can pick up some fun-shaped pots at your local home improvement store and plant your favorite flowers in them. Adding some greenery to your porch will make it feel more inviting. If you want to add some height and color to your porch, consider adding a trellis or arbor for climbing vines like morning glory or jasmine. There are plenty of flowering vines that don’t need much sun and are perfect for porches as well as other flowers that love shade like hydrangea and bearded iris.
If you have room in your yard, why not use it? Potted plants or shrubs create an attractive space in which you can enjoy fresh air and greenery without much effort. Some potted plants that are low maintenance include philodendrons, crotons, boxwoods, bayberry bushes, and ligustrum shrubs. These make great options if you don’t have much time or experience gardening. Plant herbs: An herb garden can be an inexpensive project but will provide fresh herbs for cooking all year long – one of the best investments you’ll ever make!
Add a bird feeder
Bird feeders are a great way to add some color and life to your front porch. Not only will birds flock to your yard, but you’ll also get to enjoy watching them from the comfort of your own home. Plus, adding a bird feeder is a great way to attract other wildlife like squirrels and rabbits. If you’re on a budget, you can find bird feeders at most dollar stores or big box stores.
Add lighting
One of the easiest and most affordable ways to add some curb appeal to your home is by adding outdoor lighting. You can find solar lights at most home improvement stores and they are very easy to install. Simply stick them into the ground and let the sun do the rest! Line your front walkway, porch steps, or even your driveway for a pretty and practical way to light up your home at night. Be sure to keep these lights low enough so that they don’t obstruct drivers’ views.
Use bright paint colors
A fresh coat of paint is one of the quickest and easiest ways to give your porch a facelift. And, using bright colors will help create a cheery and welcoming atmosphere. To add even more curb appeal, consider painting your front door in a bold hue.
Add wind chimes
There’s something so calming about the sound of wind chimes. And they can be such a fun addition to your porch decor! You can find them in all sorts of colors and styles, so it’s easy to find the perfect ones for your space. Wind chimes are another thing you can thrift to find a more unique and affordable option. Plus, they’re relatively inexpensive, so you can deck out your porch without breaking the bank!
Contact us!
Decorating your porch is important for making it feel like your own personal oasis. It should be a place where you can relax and enjoy the outdoors with friends and family! If you need help maintaining a clean porch and clean home, Plan B Cleaning has got you covered!
We recommend signing up for a one-time, weekly, biweekly, or monthly cleaning service. This will give you the time to do what you love most and enjoy your newly decorated patio in Fishers, Indiana. Plan: B Cleaning serves the Hamilton County area in Indiana, including Fishers, Carmel, Noblesville, Westfield, Fortville, and Geist. Call today to set up your cleaning service at (317) 572-8515 or visit our website at www.planbcleaning.com.
