As the sun shines a little more often and Spring is becoming a reality my eyes see all that needs to be done outside around here. It’s a bit overwhelming and the “to do” list could well out last any budget or time to get it all done.
So we decided that our front porch columns are one of the first things you see when you come to our house and they needed to be addressed.
First the house is 7 years old now and showing some wear in certain areas already. That sure happens fast! Maybe our climate here in the Pacific Northwest has something to do with it. A little too much moisture will effect the exterior paint and moss on the roof very quickly.
I have been looking on Pinterest and Houzz to find examples of front porch columns that would work with the style of our house. I don’t want to start changing the style and get too elaborate but keeping it clean and simple.
I found these ideas:
Some are fantastic but a little too much trim for this house with out doing something different around all the exterior windows as well , not really ready to do that.
This is what our columns look like at the moment:
To me they are a little small for the front of the house and not trimmed out very well.
Here are some other pictures to give you a better idea of what I’m talking about.
This next week they will be getting a little makeover and I will post before and after pictures when the work is completed. I am hopeful it will add greater curb appeal when finished.
This is what I hope they will turn out like :
Just a little bigger and trimmed somewhat minimal is what I’m going for.
I’ll let you know if this first of many ” to do’s” turns out as planned.
Have a great weekend and enjoy this sunny day!
Linda
A Gathering Place 