Curb Appeal & Front Porch Makeover on a Budget: 10 Easy Ideas

[@designedtothenines]

Which tip do you think you could implement today to boost your curb appeal? What area would you like to see me makeover next? Like this video? You will like this one too! kzbin.info/www/bejne/jJ2TiaiFqrRmn9k

[@maryvellcarrasco7965]

I love you. Show, just FYI, please watch Dr Ken Barry his advice will make you feel 100% better health wise. I just felt so bad when you weren't feeling well. Only wish well.❤

[@Bonnie-ww7mr]

Mow the lawn haha ~ hello NataLee the lock set and door painting Bon

[@deem6900]

Have you thought about painting your columns black also? Maybe even all your trim. I think that would look nice and not as expensive as changing the main color. Just a thought.

[@Kristina-lo9gk]

I would love to change my door color, I'm just so stuck on what the color should be

[@kelleycoleman3973]

Great job, just a few suggestions! There are too many colors. The black door is great, I thought it would look Halloween but it's nice. Maybe paint the lions heads and all the trim black. Also please take down the blue wreaths, you don't need them, the door is a statement 🧡🖤

[@joysomers262]

I am adding a comment regarding your choice to dig up that small bush. I am 72. I don't really tell anyone but...some of my plants have frequent flyer miles!!! I would estimate that around 70% of them have lived and actually thrived. Your poor little bush did not look happy where it was anyway. Love your repair work. I have a husband that gets in my way when I do repairs. He goes to our Veterans of Foreign War for a few hours every afternoon. I wait until he goes there and have repaired our dishwasher twice and our icemaker on the fridge once. KZbin has videos on how to repair everything! I look at it like this, I was gonna call someone to do repairs anyway so if I break it oh well! Keep up your content. I watch it all. ❤

[@doloresbowen5460]

Another young gal watching too (I keep my age to myself too lol)

[@99trees]

I enjoyed your comment about your husband getting in your way. 😂😂😂😂 When my husband was alive he would be forever sitting on his comfy chair watching the tv. I would go outside and work in the yard or on a improvement project. Eventually he would wander out and ask, what are you doing or why are you doing that?? Then he would proceed to tell me how I should be doing it. Over time, I learned to go in the house as soon as he came out of the house. No more arguing or hurt feelings. I’ve been living alone on five acres for about 13 years now and enjoy being able to do or not to do what I want or when I want and if I need help I hire a handyman and pay him then send him on his way home. What a peaceful joyful life.

[@99trees]

I really enjoy your chipper attitude and work demeanor. You have such a likable personality ❤

[@joysomers262]

Thank you!!! I'm happy to hear have support!

[@Caren-bo4uw]

Beautiful 😀

[@Noelle1973]

Love the black door. Such a huge improvement. Superwoman strikes again lol

[@catgal1102]

As I’m sure I have said before, you are truly amazing! The updates you made to the front of your house look fantastic. And hey - if Laura on “Garden Answer” can use faux plants potted with real soil on her front porch, so can you! I think the topiaries look wonderful. You are such an inspiration, Natalie!

[@lindaevans9781]

I can’t agree more with this statement! You are truly amazing 🫶

[@carolmilburn489]

I was thinking the same thing,glad there’s other Garden Answers fans here

[@holleydowns9385]

The little bush will survive ! I have faith in you!!

[@terryviar7]

@@carolmilburn489🙋🏼‍♀️

[@barbaraezell6218]

The front doors, the lions heads, flowers beds, earns, topiaries, and garage doors are all spot on. You really elevated the home. It looks so updated. Very beautiful.

[@pamdavis6604]

You always have the most beautiful smile. Congratulations on your new home. Stay as sweet as you are. Sweet blessings my friend ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@marshak1926]

I think the bush will live. Love the black front door.

[@charlotted6247]

Give it some water and it will be fine.

[@ruthheldman6826]

The front of your home is amazing. The look is a world of difference. It’s so beautiful.

[@barbkrieser8972]

PS.... the decor on the garages was a genius idea!!!! You think of everything!!❤😊

[@designedtothenines]

Thank you!! 😊

[@tracy_222]

Love the accents of black added to your home. You’ve done a beautiful job👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🏡

[@BusyMom57-db9lr]

Love the hardware on the garage doors. Who knew you could get magnetic hardware?! Genius !!

[@diamondhair11]

I think it looks fabulous !!! Also I always use black mulch. It makes everything around it stand out. I love, love, love , the lions heads/faces.

[@sargygirl1]

What a difference to your door, it's stunning.

[@christinebarbato2515]

The black doors made all the difference! Definitely looks a lot more cohesive with the black windows ❤

[@gailrhodes2859]

I love the lion heads

[@dixieofalltrades]

you need to paint the lion head to blend better with the tile, and to eliminate the gap, cut off the wire, then drill a hole to hang it from at a slight angle (then you just need a little piece of 3m tape to hold the bottom : )

[@iammedusa2600]

why would she want them to blend in? They are statement pieces.

[@salayna]

I was thinking the same. I think even painting the lion heads black could work.

[@mariamercado3946]

Wow, what a difference some paint makes. The black mulch looks beautiful 😍

[@robindestasio7563]

I love all of it except for the wreaths, I think simple green wreaths with baby's breath would fit the look better. You're amazing, can't believe all that you do :)

[@barbaralamoreaux328]

It looks great! Consider painting the garage doors black, too.

[@janetjennings2000]

I love the black door and the bush will live

[@barbkrieser8972]

The Bush WILL LIVE !!!! You had a very busy day!!! Everything improved the overall look of your home!!! TYFS ❤😊

[@fisherlady408]

The black was DEFINITELY the right choice ❤ Gorgeous Gorgeous Gorgeous ❤❤❤

[@sandiweishaupt8483]

I did my door both inside and out black and it already had black hardware and I love it. It was such an improvement. Also used the magnetic hinges on our 3 garage doors about 2 months ago and one of our neighbors thought we had gotten new doors. Love them. Your entryway looks fabulous

[@whitebair]

Love these videos! 🎥 It's like hanging out with my sister. I'm so happy you like your house and everything is going well in your life. 😊

[@janreed99]

Lions are great and I love the black doors!

[@tracewalker8772]

Oh wow, the door made such a difference!! The magnet carriage door trim is awesome!! Love the cheetah (of course)door mat too! Excellent work NataLee!💕💕🌵💕💕

[@jessicahites871]

Some simple changes make a huge difference!! Looks great!! Love the lions!!

[@johnsscarlette]

Wow! It looks so amazing!! We did the same thing when we moved into our home three years ago, painted the doors black, added black shutters and painted the house a dark gray and window trims white. What a difference it’s made! I’m also pro faux!😀

[@hoosierhunny5001]

Love the black door. Painted mine black several years back. My wreaths pop on the black background ❤

[@francasimonetta3849]

Natalie, you are amazing you remind me of myself so much I’m 62. I lost my husband 21 years ago and I’ve been doing everything myself from putting down new deck digging up a pond all kinds of stuff painting, fixing drywall anything and anything I’m not afraid of any tools, it’s great to be independent, but you are amazing and I learn a lot of things from you. Keep up the good work girl the plant will survive give it some water. Don’t let her dry out and I agree with one of the viewers. Move the mulch back so that the mulch doesn’t pull away water from the plant and I guarantee you it will be fine. I’m from Canada and I just love watching you. Thank you for sharing your talent ❤😊

[@kathykramer6267]

Fantastic transformation! Yes the black door and mulch made the paint color less orange. It’s all beautiful!

[@SanctuaryVibe]

what beautiful kerb appeal. It's amazing the difference the black door made. Also love the simple addition of the under mat and the welcome mat.

[@lillyhedges2180]

Natalie, you are so good and so kind when moving the plant I'm sure it will live and appreciate being closer to her bush family 🙂

[@arlineswardson6012]

OMG, I love the black door! Everything looks fabulous, NataLee!

[@deaneclark6469]

I'm so happy for you that you had a great appt.❤ The door looks amazing, NataLee!❤ Your lunch heads are beautiful! Your bush will live!!!🤞❤️🙏 Your house looks amazing! The curve appeal is beautiful!❤ As always, NataLee, thank you for sharing all of your hard work, creativity, talent, and inspiration! Stay safe, healthy, and positive! God bless you and your family!🙏❤️🇺🇸😊

[@maggiepadilla6915]

It all looks fabulous! The plant will live. It might get a little weepy at first but those are hearty plants and will thrive.

[@Reillygirl]

Doors painted black came out great and hardware too 👍👍

[@wendykovach8312]

The outside makeover looks totally amazing. I love the fact that you put the black hardware on your front door, it makes it all seem so cohesive. The lion heads were another great addition and a perfect fit! So much nicer with the black highlights and the black mulch! You have done a fantastic job again! 🥰

[@designedtothenines]

Thank you so much 🥰🙏💕

[@kevinwentworth7761]

Your curb appeal update is absolutely stunning as you have excellent taste and I just can't believe the transformation. Don't worry your little Bush will live he needs some blood meal which is great fertilizer and some water and you're gonna be fine and you did like I said a absolutely stunning job on your home.

[@MamaT160]

Wow! What a difference! Everything looks beautiful, especially the front doors in black, and switching to black mulch. Enjoy continuing to make your new home your own!

[@mzkimmer93]

Beautiful upgrades! There are companies that specialize in changing the middle of doors so you can easily and cost-effectively change that glass out without replacing the entire door. They took our solid door and did a full glass insert. It is beautiful, LowE, and theft resistant glass. Lets no heat in our West facing front door!

[@designedtothenines]

I'll have to look into that!! Thanks!

[@SusanRouse-r3h]

Painting the door black wow and all the black accents 😮looks amazing 😻

[@tinaboggs5056]

Oh wow, Natalie! You have a lovely home. I see a LOT of Dryvit stucco on your home. From a family history of construction, I can advise you that that stucco will provide plenty of upkeep and painting for you in the future. It is a must to use a very good paint to avoid any peeling issues that can come with Dryvit. I look forward to watching your progress on the plans you have to make changes to your home. Be blessed!❤

[@smilingvick]

You NAILED it Natalie! I love the changes you made, it really made a difference. The door is stunning and the black mulch was a good move too.

[@lindaf6722]

I love the black. The surroundings really looks so much better.

[@donnaloupe5669]

The plant will live NataLee. Let's send it some positive vibes. ❤❤❤❤❤

[@designedtothenines]

Fingers crossed!

[@smh1072]

Wow what a difference, it looks beautiful x

[@conniemorgan8402]

For your transplanted bush, pull the mulch back from the trunk, making a trough around the base, at the outside edge of the plant, and give the plant a good feed ❤️❤️

[@sheilasparkman312]

Love the door and lion heads.

[@TheDutchDutchess373]

Oh woww! 😍 THAT is absolutely gorgeous NataLee! Love the black door and the lionheads!! Great job pretty momma! ❤

[@jennbidwelledwardson2885]

Your front entry looks so regal and beautiful with your changes & upgrades. The black hardware for the door is especially perfect. Who would have thought? You, of course. I might try the garage hardware. When we replaced our garage door 2 years ago, I considered getting that style but was afraid I'd get tired of it. This is a great option.

[@sandydecamp3974]

Looks FABULOUS, Nattlie. Love the new look. 🤩🤩🤩

[@DianeM-m9t]

A thousand times better it's so beautiful. I'm so happy for you 💕

[@lindathompson9334]

What a beautiful difference. I love it all. Your shrub will be just fine.

[@michellelardin834]

Wow! It's amazing how a few little changes can make such an impact. The house is coming along so nicely! Praying for the lil bush that can! 😊

[@gwenkelly1]

well done. with all the work you have done, love the front door, the lion head. your so clever, the plant will live

[@di_nwflgulf3547]

Love all the changes NataLee

[@beverlylones9552]

The doors are gorgeous, 100% better! What a difference the added pieces made on the garage doors! Love the Lion head, beautiful! The topiaries are gorgeous, I don’t blame you, go with something that works and looks great! The curb appeal is stunning! Fantastic job!❤️❤️❤️

[@user-Penelope27]

The bush will survive. I love your enthusiasm. Xxx

[@kellymcneil4622]

What a transformation, looks 100% nicer

[@lindamarlow4663]

Ot looks so beautiful. I really love the addition of the concrete lion heads. That takes it over the tops. Another great job . Look forward to next DIY .

[@designedtothenines]

Glad you like them!💕

[@laurab8450]

Love the garage door faux hinges & the idea of potting faux plants! Great ideas!

[@margieneary272]

Oh wow! You are amazing. What a difference paint, some decor, mulch, etc. makes. You worked so hard, and I’m sure it was very HOT. Im from Mi., so we have cooler weather, which is fine with me. Your mansion is going to be gorgeous. Love seeing each transformation. 😊

[@chrisprpich3278]

Wow, i just love it. It really made a difference. Love the lion heads you did, what a easy DIY. 😊🇨🇦

[@designedtothenines]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@DeborahGlancy]

I love that you give all the links right up front … thank you!

[@susanwisniewski6821]

What a beautiful front porch transformation! I love it.

[@tracicarter7332]

I absolutely love every thing you did in the front of your house! You are amazing. Let’s face it I love everything you do. Thank you for bringing us along your journey. I / we are blessed to be apart of your life 💛❤️🍯🐝

[@tenashofner1451]

I absolutely love everything you did NateLee. I have to say you are one of my favorite KZbinrs. I've been watching you for several years. I love you Chanel you have inspired me soooo much. Thank you

[@designedtothenines]

You're the best! Thank you so much 🥰🙏💕💕

[@vicki9298]

Thank you so much for using the animal print rug. I love who you are. I really appreciate you being yourself. Great job!!!

[@designedtothenines]

Thank you so much!🥰💕

[@peggymorton8998]

Oh the black really brings out the tile color now, good job

[@murlepeterson6028]

What a difference the black makes !! The doors are amazing in black. My fav tough is the lion heads . Who would think such a simple thing would do so much . Agree. The colors were too much . The black tones everything down , pulls it together !!.

[@marlenomahony8649]

Your entryway looks a million times better ❤

[@MariaStone-d5y]

I love everything but the wreaths…great ideas!

[@daughterofthemosthigh7777]

Agree. Maybe lambs ear with olive tree picks?

[@carolinemurray7648]

Think the wreaths are beautiful in their own right but maybe not in this colour scheme but think Nat went with what she had already. Still an amazing transformation!

[@55miimii]

I'm having so much fun watching the transitions, changing, updating your home. Im keeping a list of all the products as well. Im loving it so much. You are rocking it. 😊

[@donnatorres7145]

And I absolutely love that the lock blends right in with the door, now I want to paint mine to match. Have a blessed day 🙏❤️

[@rhondasplace3529]

The guest was so empathetic withbhis words. I will be praying fur this family. Having a love one battle addiction and mental health is heartbreaking. I know because im living through it also.

[@theresasuttle711]

Wow! Amazing transformation! You are a work horse, woman! I LOVE the result. Brilliant.

[@annetterae7]

Your changes made a huge impact on the look of your home. Thank you for the inspiration. I think I'm going to paint my door and change my light fixture out now. ❤

[@user-kw4ie2dh9x]

It all looks beautiful! I think the bush will live! You put a lot of love into your projects!

[@marystaples5869]

Natalie it looks absolutely gorgeous!

[@debbiedouglas9090]

Natalie, I absolutely love watching you! You are so handy and you can do anything! I love your happy, can-do attitude!! Your home is absolutely gorgeous! ❤

[@almasmith3271]

WOW!!! What a beautiful difference you have made!!! Love this.

[@joocy69]

Wow. Looks AMAZING. Tiny changes what a difference looks so lush❤❤❤

[@leem200]

You will not kill it. Just water it the first week or so twice a day. Especially in the morning. Even if you have a sprinkler system. I am loving it looks like you painted the whole house. Love the lion heads and pots. I love it too it looks rich. The black mulch looks fabulous.

[@karentracey9948]

Beautiful front door,the lion heads are awesome ❤

[@designedtothenines]

Thank you 🤗

[@Cinderella1125]

Love your curb appeal makeover! You are an inspiration to us.

[@StuGo1013]

Love, love, love the updates! You are amazing!! Love the Lion heads for the pillars. Maybe you can clip off the hangers and drill a hole in the back to hang them closer to the wall, removing the gap! If it doesn't work, oh well! You were going to redo them!?! I'm a Leo and I just love the Lion head, but I live at the beach! I will think of something!

[@deborahb2lil2latemashburn]

Love the cruve appeal makeover, praying the transplant lives👏🏻

[@lauralee2248]

I love love the front doors, the lion heads are seriously kewl !! And as for the bushes, I would replace them with unkillable florida plants , some with color ..variegated plants like liriope, ginger, caladiums, crotons, tall grasses ...different heights, different colors would look beautiful ..you have a very majestic looking home, it's stunning ..

[@lucycburton-johnson5757]

I admire your fearless "just do it" attitude. If you don't like it, you can change it! I love the black painted door, but not crazy about the 2 wreaths. Now, here's where I would have gotten stuck and worried about these issues and would have given up: the topiaries in the dark corners by the front doors need sunshine and the bush above the sprinkler head might block its spray coverage to the other bushes and cause water to go onto the bricks instead. But you did what you wanted to make the quick transformation! Just do it! Thank you for reminding me that my project doesn't have to be perfect I can just do it, and make changes later! 26:49

[@b.walker5955]

Simply adore your tenacity. "YOU ARE MORE STRONGER THAN YOU KNOW" is totally the NataLee creed, as is the leopard element. Such an inspiration to take on ANYTHING. Love your new Schlage! PS. I follow the decorator Valentina. "House of Valentina". Give her content a lookie loo. She also chose a home with plans of color changes, and I think you have the same vision. She blacked out so much and elevated the design to fabulousness magnified. Can't wait to see where you take us next! AND 🌳THE BUSH WILL LIVE and flourish! XO

[@cherylacampora670]

Wow! It just looks amazing. Love all the greenery and the lion heads!

[@soopermom1000]

wonderful makeover! Go ahead and paint the inset piece of where the black door trim touches the orange stucco. It will give the illusion of bigger doors from the road view!

[@micheles1812]

You’re so talented, Natalie. Love you!❤

[@designedtothenines]

🥰🙏💕💕💕

[@lindaparra6002]

You were right! The black door really makes the difference! I couldn't imagine it. Blessings!!!

[@karenbrewer3362]

I wasn’t sure about the black door handle but I love it!!

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

The bush is going to live. I have a black thumb when it comes to plants. The curb appeal and front porch came out so nice. I love the upgrades you did.

[@designedtothenines]

Thank you 🙏

[@MrsAlmaTrumble]

@@designedtothenines you're so very welcome, sweet friend.

[@angierobinson2475]

😮 wow the doors look beautiful. Everything looks beautiful.

[@shunawestern9153]

You really did well. You changed the feel of that house completely, it just shows what you can do with a little know how, and a lot of hard work. 🥰🇬🇧🐾🐾💖

[@nmp6338]

You are remarkable. You accomplished a great deal in that Florida heat. Make sure that bush doesn’t succumb to the heat. Keep it moist but not overwatered until it roots in. The black accents are a wonderful improvement. The rug is great too. I am not sure the faux wreaths add to the look that you are going for. Maybe just green boxwood wreaths with black and white bows. I love watching you tackle projects like this.

[@designedtothenines]

I have to agree with you. I think something a little bit more simplistic would be better. I just had made those for a Mother’s Day video and so I used them, but I think I will go with something. A little bit more toned down long-term.

[@wendyriggles7589]

Love it all. The black door really coordinates well with the tile too!

[@LynneWilliams101]

Beautiful improvements. You definitely improved the front door but the glass screams 1980s. I did love the pic you showed for your dream door and it is fab!!