Home Design Ideas
How to Update Your Entryway for Spring
Regardless of who really said it first, we all agree with both Oscar Wilde and Will Rogers that “you never get a second chance to make a first impression.” This spring, welcome in the warmer temperatures, longer days, and beloved guests with a refreshed entry that feels just as inviting as it is functional. Set the tone with mood-boosting motifs, warm colors and patterns, and delightfully durable materials that make everyone feel at home. No, you don’t have to rework the entire space. Just follow these simple tips for an impactful update, just in time for the new season.
All-Weather Welcome
Whether they’re your dog-walking rain boots or your friend’s golf umbrella, the one guarantee in a spring entryway is the presence of something wet. Before the May flowers can appear, we must endure the spring showers. Adding an aesthetic wall hook, coat rack, or shoe mat ensures that your entryway is equipped to handle any accidental moisture, mud, or mess. Teak wood is an ideal material for wetter months as its natural oils make it virtually impervious to water. For a more modern look, refresh coated metal in black, bronze or brass. Or try adding a softer touch with a washable spring runner. These longer, narrow rugs are perfect for drawing guests in and guiding the eye forward. All of these easy updates ensure you and your guests can confidently shake off the puddles they may have walked through, without damaging your home.
Drama-Free Doormat
The quickest way to make a big impact with little effort? Update your doormat. Not only do most doormats accumulate dirt, grime, and debris from the elements, but they can appear worn and faded from UV exposure in just a few short weeks. Our washable doormats are easily cleaned right in your home washing machine, ensuring durability, longevity, and a great impression…year after year. Their washable covers are even interchangeable, so you can embrace this season’s trendiest themes! Show your love with a Valentine’s Day style. Greet guests with a smile with a classic Welcome mat. Go classic with a garden-inspired Morris & Co. design. And if you’re in the mood for a full glow up, layer a doormat atop a 3’x5’ Re-Jute rug. Trust us, your doorway (and mail carrier) will thank you.
Welcome Nature In
After long months of shorter days and dreary weather, it’s time to greet Mother Nature at your door again. Add some natural greenery to your space to welcome the change in season. If you don’t have a green thumb, go big with found branches or subtle with a simple bud vase with fresh cut blooms. If you have the patience for house plants, an amaryllis flower can bloom up to five times per bulb and provide a burst of color. Adding accents made of natural textures like marble, terracotta, glass, and linen can bring an organic, authentic quality to an entry, without the need for watering. Hand-illustrated artwork, wallpaper or tapestries can bring floral motifs to life in new, inspiring ways. Or, consider shifting the canvas to the floor with a floral rug.
If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the entryway is the smile. This spring, greet guests with fresh, welcoming charm that fits your personality. Whether refreshing your doormat, entry rug, florals or umbrella stand, add mood-boosting hope to any space with joyful spring colors, budding floral motifs, and layered texture for the perfect welcome.
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