Do I really need to wrap the front porch posts?Do I really need to wrap the front porch posts?
How do you decorate a long front porch?How do you decorate a long front porch?
Flank the front door with matching planters, or line the windows with low boxes filled with foliage. Use decorative floor vases throughout to break up the monotony of a long porch and define different areas if needed. If you have a covered porch, put those beams to good use and hang some lush greens and flowing flowers overhead.
What should I look for when framing a porch?What should I look for when framing a porch?
Make sure your framer has a drawing other than the foundation plan that calls out the rough-beam location. To get a porch to look right, you’ll have to consider the height and dimensions of the posts, and the spacing between the posts.
What makes a good front porch?What makes a good front porch?
The right spacing, span, proportions, and dimensions are the keys to a good looking front porch. Porches are popular and problematic. They are popular because they extend the living space of a house to the outdoors. There are lots of styles of porches, which means that you can use one to add character and curb appeal to your home.
