Long Island is famous for its quaint neighborhoods dotted with impressive celebrity A-list mansions. For those of us living in this area, with its charming towns and villages, it’s always tricky to make our own homes stand out.
One of the easiest yet most noticeable ways to improve your home’s overall visuals is by upgrading your windows. Here are a few tips on how to increase curb appeal by sprucing up your Huntington windows:
- Window shutters. Shutters are a quick fix for plain-looking windows. There are many different types available on the market, including both traditional and modern styles. Another quick tip: paint your shutters to add even more personality to your home! Bold colors are fine, but make sure they blend in well with the paint used on the rest of your house.
- Window boxes. The trick is to use a container that is durable and is able to support the weight of your flowers and soil. Metal boxes are sturdy but need constant cleaning to prevent rust. Terra-cotta works just fine for most homeowners because it is both sturdy and stylish. Flowers are a great way to add color and character to your home. But don’t forget to choose ones that have a long flowering season. No matter how great your box is, it won’t look good from the curb if it has wilting flowers.
- Other window treatments, such as drapes, blinds, and curtains. A few easy changes from the inside can improve the way your home looks from the outside. There’s no set rule when it comes to styling—use draperies, shades, and curtains however you want them. In general, bright-color fabrics draw attention, and silk gives off a luxurious feel. Try wooden shades instead of plastic ones for a more sophisticated look. It’s really up to you! Just be careful not to make your treatments clash with the design and color of the rest of your house.
BONUS TIP: Sometimes it’s not the styling that is the problem. Old and damaged windows do not look good, no matter how artsy your shutters are. They look bad and can even cause your heating and cooling systems to work harder than usual—the result is an increase in your home’s energy consumption. So have your windows checked, repaired, or replaced.
When you need to start replacing your windows, trust only an industry expert. Renewal by Andersen® of Long Island leads the industry in window replacement in Huntington and surrounding areas. Our frames are made of Fibrex®, an advanced composite material exclusive to Renewal by Andersen. Combined with our High-Performance™ Low-E4® glass, our windows are designed to be energy-efficient to help you save money on heating and cooling expenses, not to mention give your home a boost in curb appeal and style.
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