Fairfield County Interior Design Series: Mailboxes

So what does your mailbox say about you?

Is it falling over, dented, missing the door, rusted or just plain neglected? Does the door open and close? Is the little red flag still attached and working properly? Is your house number legible or fading and falling off? And what about some plants around the post or is it just a lonely pole in the ground? As I drive along the roads of Fairfield County, I see some beautiful mailboxes and some of the ugliest and sorry looking mailboxes.

Your mailbox may be someone’s first impression of your home and definitely adds to your curb appeal.

Take pride in your mailbox and clean it up with some paint. Spray painting is easy and there are many color choices. Make sure to choose a paint that complements you’re house. Maybe one that matches your front door (red door, red mailbox). A decorative mailbox post add great curb appeal and can give your mailbox a definite style. If that is not in the budget, at least stain or paint your post. Remember to add the finial on top of the post. The house number can be an added plate or separate numerals. As for plants at the base of the post, try adding a variety of perennials that bloom at different times or ones that stay green the longest.

As you get your mail today, take a good look at your mailbox and ask yourself if it is adding any curb appeal to your home. If not, then maybe it’s a great weekend project to repaint or replace.

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