4 Easy Ways to Transform Your Front Door Entrance

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The front door entrance is often guests' first impression of your home. If your welcome mat has been holding down the fort, summer is the perfect time to transform this space. Whether you’re aiming for a charming country style or a bold, modern vibe, with some elbow grease, a few supplies and tools, and a weekend afternoon, you can personalize your entry area into something that fits your unique style. 

Add a Pop of Color

The front door is the focal point as people walk up to your home. One of the easiest ways to breathe new life into this area is with a fresh coat of paint. Opt for durable and long-lasting exterior paint, such as door and trim paint designed to withstand the elements and scuffs, stains, and chips that outdoor high-traffic areas often face. Whether you choose a bold color like cherry red or a more muted, classic brown color, a fresh coat of paint can quickly elevate your home's appearance.

Upgrade Door Hardware

Instead of replacing your front door, which can be costly and time-consuming, consider enhancing it by focusing on the accents of the door itself. By upgrading your door hardware, you can easily improve the appearance of the front door entrance while sticking to a budget. From matte black to gold door knobs, you can find front door locks that complement your freshly painted door. You can even add security and safety features to your new front lock by investing in a smart Wi-Fi deadbolt for extra peace of mind.

Replace or Install Exterior Lights

Outdoor lights are an easy and affordable way to enhance your home’s entrance space, making it more inviting while providing visibility. Whether you replace the outdoor wall lights that illuminate your entrance or install a few outdoor sconce lights, lighting can make a statement by highlighting the best features of your front entrance. Look for lamps with a built-in dusk-to-dawn sensor, which can help conserve energy by automating when the lights turn on and off based on the time of day. With this feature, you won’t have to worry about turning them on at night and off in the morning.

Don’t Forget Your Interior Entryway

Don’t forget about your entryway space inside! Now that you’ve transformed the exterior of your front door area, you can continue the makeover inside your home. Whether you’re updating an entire mudroom or just looking to add a few decorative touches to the entrance hallway, decorative tiles for ceilings can transform this small space. Opt for glue-on ceiling tiles, which can be directly applied over drywall or plaster for easy DIY installation.

With a little TLC and the right tools and materials, you can transform your front door and entryway to make a bold statement and enhance your home’s curb appeal.

About Menards®

 Whether breathing new life into your home with a fresh coat of paint or renovating your backyard deck, you can trust Menards® for quality service and products to bring your ideas to life. Menards® is every fixer-upper, do-it-yourselfer, and remodeler’s one-stop home improvement shop. With high-quality tools, materials, and supplies to transform the inside and outside of your home, Menards® can help you turn your DIY ideas into successful home improvement projects. You can find everything you need to improve, organize, and protect your home, from electric hot water heaters to tool storage and locks to a gun safe on sale. With over 300 locations across the Midwest, from West Virginia to Wyoming, you can find friendly store associates ready to help you brainstorm new projects, answer questions, and Save Big Money at Menards®.

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