How to Increase the Value of Your Home with ONE Simple Step
Welcoming someone into your home gives you one big opportunity to make a good first impression, which means pulling out all the stops is a necessity. So when it comes to the home, the front door stands tall and the clear front-runner for the first impression.
Whether this comes in the form of the interior or exterior (or both!), you know we’re always up for a refreshing change.
I was SO excited when we checked off one of our house goals that was on our list since we first walked through the front door of our new home… Just a simple update like a front door can completely change up the look of your home and add value, but did you know that ONE change can add a value of over $6000?!
Another site referred to the new analysis by real estate website Zillow as taking advice from the Rolling Stones to paint it black. When it comes down to it, a black front door (or shades of black or charcoal) tend to raise a home’s value by $6271.
Pretty cool right?
You guys, this study came out after we updated our entryway with a black front door, and to be completely honest… I was hesitant to go black, but now I’m even more excited that we did!
I knew that the front door needed to be updated, and living in Florida (and especially since we were replacing it after Hurricane Irma blew through), we decided to let the pro’s do it with an energy-efficient, weather-proofed option. The fiberglass doesn’t warp or split, and it resists shrinking and swelling with temperature changes, so I feel safe inside.
And now? I’m also pretty proud of the color.
Related: What your front door color says about you.
Kerrie Kelly, a design expert for Zillow, was quoted, “While cool, neutral wall colors like tan and light blue are still popular, we’re seeing a notable shift in home design where pops of color — particularly in darker hues of blue and gray to even black — are becoming increasingly popular.”
So, if you’re ready for an update, or want to add some valuable curb appeal, why not try a black front door!
I’m going to go ahead and pop in our old before photo so you can see our entryway makeover, but you can click here to see the full post!
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Therma-Tru Benchmark, available exclusively at Lowe’s.
candy says
We updated out front doors well all of our doors. Put in pretty kick plates and choose a beautiful rich color.
Jeanette says
I would LOVE to get a door like that! Mine could use some work. Your house is gorgeous!
Amber Myers says
Oh cool, I didn’t know this! I might have to change our door at some point. We have a screen in front of it though, which I love, because it means our cats can look out.
Denay says
You are absolutely right about increasing the value of your home with a new front door! Yours looks absolutely stunning. I would never have thought about choosing a black front door, but now I’m totally inspired!
Tomi C says
We JUST bought a new front door. Our door was beyond old and the new one really brightens things up. The installation was a little more difficult than my husband expected but he was able to get our new door installed and I can’t wait for our holiday guests to see it
Kim Croisant says
Yes, we too got a new front door. I love it. I also love that beam you have on top of your porch. Such a sweet look.
Tasheena says
I love the transformation of your home. These are wonderful tips. I can’t wait to apply them to my home.
Alyssa H says
Wait–that’s nuts!! A black door can make that much of a difference!?! wow! Our door is brown/natural wood-colored. I feel sad now! lol. Yours looks amazing though. I love it!
Tabitha Blue says
Oh my goodness, I LOOOOOVE wood front doors though, and I’m sure they have a high value as well!!! We actually just made our garage door to look like wood 🙂
Sarah Bailey says
Now that is a beautiful door. I have to admit I look at ours sometimes and think oh I wish we could have something different as it can make such a big difference to the aesthetics. Sadly however we rent.
Pam says
That’s such a simple change, but it makes such a big impact. Maybe we need to get a black front door.
Jona Shares says
Wow, indeed a simple change could make a big difference. I would make this as my motivation to revamp my home design.
[email protected] says
Nothing but a torch would increase the value of BB’s old trailer, but like they say, There’s No Place Like Home. Your entry is Bella.
Gervin Khan says
I think having a beautiful front door will give an additional beauty of your house same as increasing its value. Never tried to have a black color to our front door but it looks perfect and I would love to try it.
Kita Bryant says
It’s so crazy how just changing the front door can add so much value. There are other key items as well that really help that aren’t big ticket items either.
Sapana V says
Thanks for the valuable article. The idea is great and I love your photography. In India, we add handmade, decorated hanging called torans made from different items like artificial flowers, mirrors etc. I’d
International Designers says
I love your ideas and the pictures you posted. It will help me to have new ideas for my upcoming projects. Thanks for sharing! Keep on posting!