How To Make Your Detached Garage Match The Rest Of The Exterior Of Your Home

If your detached garage is on the front side of the house but it looks more like an eyesore than anything, then you should try to spruce it up. One common mistake that people make with their exterior design is to ignore the visual appeal of their garage. If you want to make your house look more cohesive and if you really want to make your garage look like less of a dump, then this article is definitely for you. From painting it to getting your garage door serviced, this article will list a few ways for you to spruce up your entire garage. Ready to learn some more? Read on. 

Paint It

If your garage is in some serious need of a paint job, then don't waste any more time putting it off. A new paint job will really liven up your whole garage's exterior. If you really want to try a fun exterior design trend that's popular right now, consider painting your garage a different color from your house. For instance, if your house is a bright white, then consider painting your garage a barn red. The new coat of paint will really make your garage look put together and pop at the same time. If, however, you want a more cohesive look (as previously mentioned) then just paint it the same color as your house's exterior. 

Add New Garage Lighting

Lighting can really pull an exterior together. After you have your garage painted, consider investing in some new garage lighting. For instance, if you have a barn-like garage exterior then get a barn light on your garage. 

Get Your Garage Door Serviced 

Having a garage door that hasn't been serviced in a long time, is practically falling off the hinges, or just looks really old is going to make your garage look visually unappealing. Even though you can spend the money and get a brand-new garage door, if it just needs to be serviced then there is no point in you spending the extra money. All you have to do is call a garage door service professional and they will come out and get everything taken care of for you. 

If you dread pulling up to your house because your garage looks dilapidated, then make sure you use these tips. These are just a few ways for you to make your garage match the rest of the exterior of your home. 

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