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7 Ways to Freshen Up Your Entryway

Taylor Rae
Jan 4, 2017
2 min read

Replace or revamp your doormats, porch lights, front stairs and more to give your entrance a bright new look. Your entryway welcomes you home and gives your guests a taste of what’s to come. Does your entry need a refresh? Take a look at these seven areas for ideas and inspiration.

1. Step onto a new doormat. People walk all over this entry feature. While it adds style to your entry as people pass through the door, it also gathers debris. Give it a shake after the holiday season or consider finding a new one to welcome your guests.

2. Hang a different mailbox. With so much communication happening digitally, it’s easy to forget about the physical “in-box” outside our front door. This mailbox keeps the mail routine simple, but you also can find mailboxes with house numbers and lights. If you continually forget to pick up your mail, maybe a change of mailbox could offer a reminder.

3. Add a unique door knocker. A door knocker, while low tech, does the job and more. It alerts home dwellers to the arrival of guests and adds a touch of personality to the front door. This starfish, for example, continues this home’s marine theme. How could you use a door knocker to communicate something about your home?

4. Shine a new light on it. All the details are lost if guests can’t see them. Three overhead lights on this porch not only light the steps and front door, but continue the light along the porch and frame the two bright red chairs.

5. Give your coat a spot. If you lack a formal coat closet, coats can end up scattered throughout the home. Take a look at your entry and consider adding a spot just for coats. A dedicated spot also makes it easier to keep organized, and keep your home clean from outside elements.

6. Find stairs that work for your home. Stairs help us transition from outside to inside our home. The right steps can make the move seamless. So before you take any steps with your stairs, consider the materials, balance and style that help tell your home story.

7. Prepare your entry for all kinds of weather. As the seasons change, add and subtract storage options. When it gets cold outside, pull out a basket for mittens. When it starts to pour, make sure your umbrella holder is ready to handle the moisture. Or if it's snowing have a mat for your snowy boots to unthaw.