Kerb appeal
Janet Greenwood
7 years ago
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Comments (5)To avoid detracting from the front I would put low planters either side of the front door painted in the same colour as the house or white. Then plant them up with low growing plants some daffodils for the spring, lavender maybe for the rest of the year. Would be good to have a taller plant either side of the front door to stop the space looking flat however What I would do however is to ignore the fact it might detract and put some wisteria on the front as a natural arbour and a few containers in he front with roses in! Lovely house...See MoreBest plants to hide railway wall and to add kerb appeal
Comments (23)There's lots of great ideas for plants here, but I would strongly suggest you get answers to the following questions before you choose a plant/plants. - What direction does the wall face? - What sort of soil is there at the base of the wall? (Ask neighbours or post a photo of a spadeful of soil here which will probably let people identify the soil type) - Does water which falls on the tarmac run towards the wall or away from it? Walls cast a 'rain shadow' so if the water runs away from the wall that patch of ground is likely to be extremely dry. You would have to choose a particularly drought-resistant climber or be prepared to add extra water in some way. If you choose a plant which likes the conditions you have, it'll thrive. If you don't it will probably die and then you'll end up feeling like you're a rubbish gardener. Those Spanish Bluebells you liked are extremely tough though, and should do well wherever. ...also, if the conditions are right, I'd like to put in a word for my favourite climber, the evergreen and fast-growing Clematis armandii....See MoreCurb appeal needed!
Comments (7)I would - - Clean the bricks, or paint them white or cream; - Remove the slate from the facade (replace with render if needed); - Remove the plastic bars from inside the windows; - Install a minimalist, dark green or teal front door with a translucent glass side panel; - Plant short, smart trees where you currently have bushes (or rose bushes would look lovely); - Paint the grey concrete patch on the front; - Replace the brick paving and steps with patterned tiles; - Add in some potted plants and phased lighting....See MoreImprove kerb appeal
Comments (3)I think a slanted roof style would sit better with the style of your house. A pitched roof tends to suit older properties I feel. As your house is in a row I wouldn’t change too much as it would look rather odd. You may find planning depts won’t be keen on too much change to the frontage maybe?...See MoreUser
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