Friday, August 28, 2015
More homeowners are taking a “design-it-yourself” approach when it comes to improving the exteriors of their homes – in fact, according to a recent survey commissioned by Royal® Building Products, homeowners aren’t afraid to step in and make their own design decisions to better their home’s outward appearance.“Today's homeowners are more empowered than ever to be a part of the decision-making process when it comes to the exterior design of their homes,” explains Marilyn Chase of Royal Building Products. Over half of respondents to the survey desire a say in the material used for the exterior of their home, as well as a say in the specific products being used to build it.
Nearly 65 percent of homeowners believe making upgrades to a home’s exterior is a wise investment, and an identical percentage believes a renovation to the exterior adds value.
When making exterior improvements, the majority of survey respondents say they would take aesthetics, curb appeal and the overall neighborhood into consideration. Interestingly, nearly three-quarters of respondents believe coordinating the exterior color of a home with the interior color scheme is unimportant.
Structural pains when making exterior improvements present concerns. Approximately half of survey respondents expressed fear over rotting, cracking, and moisture and wind damage.
Source: Royal® Building Products
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