Curb Appeal

Is your yard hilly? Learn about the landscaping trick that can resist soil erosion and help beautify your backyard all at once—and how easy it can be to DIY with the right materials.

Whether your front door is drab, dated, or downright unwelcoming, you can change its look—and re-energize the soul of the space—with a few simple but artful changes. Paint, hardware, and decor can be combined to give you limitless options for your own front door makeover.

Make your letter carrier do a double take with these 11 salvaged-material mailboxes that demonstrate real outside-the-box creativity.

Just like the inside of your house, your yard needs a good cleaning each spring. Knock these tasks off and enjoy your very own outdoor sanctuary this season.

Itching to spruce up the front porch, but anxious about spending more money? Rest assured that you can create an inviting front veranda without breaking the bank. Here are 9 inspiring ideas that prove that it’s possible to design a welcoming porch on a budget.

You can bring color, charm, and personality to your yard without planting a single flower. Check out these 25 gardening-free ways to make your property more beautiful.

Bright colors and big blooms don’t end in summer. In fact, nothing says fall quite like these 20 ubiquitous autumn blossoms.

Style preferences, geographic location, and project budget should drive your selection of a wood siding product for your home.

Adding decorative shutters to your windows is a great way to upgrade your home’s curb appeal—and is an easy enough project for most homeowners to DIY themselves.

It may be freezing outside, but your home’s icy entry can still feel warm and welcoming.