If you’re trying to find some new and innovative ways to spruce up your house, there are plenty of options that are simple and affordable. Whether you are getting ready to place your home on the real estate market, or just wanting to update your house, check out some of these nifty do it yourself ideas.

                Easy Exterior Painting

                An easy way to transform the appearance of your humble abode is to paint the front door, shutters, and trim. Some exterior paint can be expensive, especially if you have a very large house. But, if you choose to paint the front door, trim, or shutters, it usually won’t break the bank. Picking a bright and bold color, can help revive the overall tone of your house and make it stand out. Just make sure that the color you decide on matches with the rest of the house.

Upgrading the Mailbox

Choosing to upgrade your mailbox is an easy way to boost your home’s curb appeal. There are many great looking mailboxes you can choose from that cost anywhere from $20-$100. When you are installing your brand new mailbox you need to make sure you are following your cities’ regulations.

Planting a Tree

                It’s relatively easy to plant a new, young tree. The smaller the tree is the cheaper it will be, when you start looking at very large sized trees that’s when it becomes pricey. This is an easy home improvement project, and you need to consider how you are going to transport the tree. Also, you need to consider adequate spacing for the tree, since it will gradually grow.

Installing New Address Numbers

                Sometimes the address numbers on your house will become faded or fall off, try putting up new numbers to update the look of your house. Try to match the numbers with your exterior light fixtures. The standard style numbers start anywhere from about $2 a number, and then customized plaques can range anywhere from $50-$200.