It’s that time of year again! Homeowners the world over are intensely decorating their homes as RSVPs for their holiday gatherings arrive in droves. With all of the festivities quickly approaching, you need to have your home entertainment-ready for your guests. Make your home stand out and impress this season both inside and out with these upgrade ideas:

• Update your exterior. If you’re in an area of the country where it’s been unseasonably warm this fall, take advantage of one of the last days of the season to spruce up the exterior of your home. Define your walkway with lighting or paint your front door to add a pop of color that won’t go unnoticed by your guests upon their arrival. For some festive flair, add a decorative wreath or wrap garland around your front entry to make your home holiday ready.
• Invest in your kitchen. Your kitchen is the most used and visited room in your home, especially during the holiday season. Between cooking meals or conversing over drinks, you and your guests will be spending a lot of time in the heart of your home, so make sure it’s a desireable space to be in. Upgrades on appliances and countertops will not only make the room more functional and aesthetically pleasing, but they’ll add value to your home. For a simpler update, give your cabinets a facelift with a fresh coat of paint and new hardware. It will make your kitchen feel new, cleaner and more inviting for your guests.
• Revitalize your bathroom. For a high traffic room like the bath or powder room, easy updates like re-caulking around your sink and tub tile surround will have it looking updated and clean. According to Amy Ahearn, a Williamsburg, VA interior decorator,  other easy updates, like replacing your toilet seat or changing a light fixture, can have a big impact in a small space. 
• Create a guest space. If you are expecting overnight guests this season, ensure they have a hotel-worthy stay by providing a space they can feel comfortable in while they visit. Upgrade or seal drafty windows to provide a warm environment for them to be in.  Freshen up the room by deep cleaning carpets. Go the extra mile by adding a fresh coat of paint to the walls in a neutral  color. Install wall hooks for towels, travel kits, and tote bags. Add night lights to hallways and guest bathrooms for them to move safely throughout your home during the night. 

Follow these ideas to give your home upgrades that will be the topic of conversation among your guests this holiday season. For more ideas, contact the professionals at Newport News painters.