Does your porch need an update for the season? Here are my top Budget-Friendly Ways to Refresh Your Front Porch for Summer!
Your front porch is such an important part of your home. It's the first thing people see when they come over.
It is a gateway between your home and the outdoors and, if decorated appropriately, can really service an extension of your home.
You don't want to go overboard decorating your porch, but a few key decor elements can really go along way.
Today I want to talk about some of my favorite porch decor ideas specifically for summer!
Budget-Friendly Ways to Refresh Your Front Porch for Summer
Here are my favorite summer porch updates!
1. Swap in a Seasonal Doormat
Swapping out your front mat is such an easy way to add a splash of summer to the space!
Doormats come in so many colors and themes - find one you love and pick all of your other accessories to match!
2. Layer Your Rugs
If your doormat is looking a little meh, consider adding a second, larger run underneath it.
This is a fun way to bring in color or texture. I actually love to re-use a layering rug for multiple seasons - there are so many possibilities to keep it feeling fresh!
3. Add a Statement Planter
A planter is a great way to bring greenery or plants into your space.
You could do a freestanding planter or even a window box, depending on the amount of floor space that you have.
We even built a 3 tiered plant stand to go in the corner of our last porch - I loved it for coraling pots and making it look more cohesive!
Here are some awesome porch planters:
4. Add Hanging Baskets
No space for a planter? A hanging basket is a great option for drawing the eye vertically and adding color!
You can do real or faux plants - be realistic about what you can handle. Nothing's worse than killing plant after plant. No shame in the faux plant game!
5. Paint the Front Door
Up for a bigger project? Changing the color of your front door is going to totally refresh the feel of the space.
If you want something specifically summery, I suggest you pick something light and bright!
Regardless, make sure that your undertones of your color match the undertones of your siding or exterior color. Warm with warm, cool with cool! This is the easiest way for good flow!
Here's our tutorial on how to paint a door!
6. Use Solar-Powered Lights
I have found that so many front porches lack a power source! If this is the case, consider adding a few solar lights.
This can be nice for safety - no one wants to come home in the dark - and it looks great, too!
7. Incorporate a Seating Area
If you have the space, adding a seating area is a great way to make it feel cozier. Yes - even a single chair with a throw pillow helps!
If you have the space, 2 chairs and a side table is *chef's kiss*. I am shocked at how often ours gets used!
8. Add Outdoor Pillows for a Pop of Color
Speaking of, swapping out your outdoor pillows is a great way to make your porch feel fresh for the summer season!
Here are some of my favorite finds:
9. Style a Small Console or Side Table
If you have the space, a small table is great for your porch! It just makes the space feel more like a room - a real extension of the indoor part of your home!
10. Hang a Seasonal Wreath
Finally, adding a summer wreath is the easiest way to update your space. It's so basic, but a great way to make your door feel festive!
Any of these touches can help to refresh your porch space and give you a fresh look for Summer!
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Hello, I'm Morgan, half of the creative force behind CharlestonCrafted.com! With a passion for DIY that dates back to 2012, I've transformed three homes and now I'm dedicated to helping others craft their dream spaces. Let's turn your house into a home together!
