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Introduction
Update Your Curb Appeal 01:03
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Step 1
Tools & Materials
Metallic spray paint
Detergent and water
Very fine grit sandpaper
Drop cloth
Painter’s tape
Wire
Plastic sheeting
Screwdriver
Metal, wall-mounted mailbox
Metal house numbers
Power drill
Step 2
Tips to Update Your Curb Appeal
1. Remove front door knobs, locks, and kick plates.
2. Clean with detergent and water and thoroughly dry.
3. Tape off parts not to be painted, like lock mechanisms.
4. Spray paint them to look like brushed nickel or oil-rubbed bronze.
5. Tape off hinges with plastic and painter’s tape and apply spray paint.
6. Spray paint exterior light fixtures.
7. Hang wall-mounted, metal mailbox.
8. Spray paint new brass house numbers from hardware store.
Pro Tip
Dress up the front of your home with simple paint projects.
Stick screws into cardboard to they won’t get lost.
If finish is glossy, lightly sand with very fine grit sandpaper.
Suspend kick plates with wire through screw holes.
Don’t remove hinges; no need to have to re-hang door.
Disassemble them before painting.
