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Quick & Easy Project to Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal

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Last Updated on June 2, 2025

Like many homeowners, my list of home improvements is much longer than my budget or available time. While we save up for big renovations, I like to tackle small, affordable projects that still make a noticeable difference.

This spring, I gave our front entrance a mini-makeover—and in less than 30 minutes, our curb appeal got a big boost.

Double wooden front doors with glass panels, flanked by black wall-mounted lanterns, set in a brick exterior.

A Statement Piece for the Entryway

We have large double front doors, so I knew I needed something bold to make the entry feel balanced and welcoming.

At the nursery, I found some beautiful charcoal planter urns that matched our existing outdoor light fixtures. Since our doors are 12 feet tall, I chose the largest urns I could find—29 inches—to ensure they’d be visible from the driveway.

A black, empty, decorative urn with a wide rim, placed on a paved stone surface.

Money-Saving Tip: Fill with Recyclables

Planter urns can get expensive to fill, especially large ones. To save on potting soil and keep them lightweight, I filled the bottom with empty jugs from our recycling bin.

A plastic container with a label lies discarded inside a large black urn on a paved stone surface.

Just make sure the lids are screwed on tight to keep water out and prevent unpleasant odors from forming. This little trick cut my soil use nearly in half!

Tip: Place the urn where you want it before adding soil—trust me, it’s awkward to move once it’s full.

A black urn filled with dark soil and a small blue-handled garden trowel resting on the edge.

Add Flowers for Instant Impact

Once the urns were in place, I added some cheerful flowers for a fresh pop of color.

A black urn contains blooming orange, purple, and pink flowers with green leaves, placed on a stone surface.

And just like that, the front entrance looked polished, welcoming, and full of personality.

A wooden double front door with glass panels, flanked by black lanterns and large planters of red and purple flowers.

Free Ways to Boost Curb Appeal

If your budget is tight, no worries—there are several no-cost ways to instantly improve your home’s exterior.

Sweep the Entry

Leaves, cobwebs, and pollen collect quickly around doorways and porches. A few minutes with a broom goes a long way. Don’t forget to sweep corners and overhead areas!

Power Wash

Dirt and mildew build up on siding and walkways over time. Borrow or rent a power washer to bring those surfaces back to life.

Weed & Trim

Skip the landscaping overhaul and focus on cleanup. Pull weeds, trim shrubs, rake mulch, and mow regularly. Tidy edges and clean lines give your yard a maintained look.

Clean the Windows

Not the most fun task, but clean windows brighten your home inside and out. The difference is subtle but powerful.

Window Cleaning Tips:

  • Remove and rinse screens; let them dry in the sun.
  • Scrub with 2 cups water + ¼ cup white vinegar + ½ teaspoon dish soap, then rinse.
  • Vacuum window tracks with a detail attachment.
  • Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to hot water + vinegar for extra shine.
  • Use a squeegee and wipe between each stroke with a microfiber cloth.
  • Wipe frames and sills with your leftover solution to finish the job.

What’s Next on Our Home Project List

We’re slowly working through our home improvement checklist. Next up: building a back deck and reworking the kids’ Jack-and-Jill bathroom to make it more spacious.

We’re also keeping an eye on our windows. They’re still in good shape, but we’re watching for signs it might be time to replace them:

Signs Your Windows May Need Replacing:

Rising energy bills – Compare usage over time, not just cost

Drafts – You can feel air movement around the frame

Single-pane glass – Less insulation and efficiency

Cracked or warped frames – Especially in older wood windows

Hard-to-open windows – Could be stuck, damaged, or painted shut

Fog or condensation between panes – Indicates seal failure

Your Turn!

Have you made any small changes that made a big impact on your home’s exterior? Share your curb appeal tips or favorite entryway updates in the comments—I’d love to hear what’s worked for you!

Corinne Schmitt

Corinne Schmitt

Hi, I'm Corinne! I'm the mom behind Wondermom Wannabe, helping busy moms simplify life with easy meals, fun family activities, and stress-free organization. As a mom of five, I know how overwhelming it can be—so I share practical, real-life tips to make things easier!

1 thought on “Quick & Easy Project to Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal”

  1. The pop of color you added to the front door makes such a big impact. And you know I love that you used repurposed empty jugs to fill the bottom of the urns. 🙂

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