Ideas for corner porch posts?
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We just purchased this adorable little reverse ranch, but I really think the porch needs something to add a little pizazz!!! Any suggestions??
16 answers
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How about large columns that would match the house better. Go on houzz for porch ideas, It gives great inspirations. Once done dress the rest up with plantings.
Janet Pizaro
on Aug 12, 2015
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Just box-in face the metal posts, paint white, but use treated lumber at bottom as a larger box for the post. Do not make them too bulky as the house trim is slight, just enough to cover and about 1/2-3/4" thick. Total DIY cost, about $200 and two days work. $800-1000 contractor.
Johnchip
on Aug 12, 2015
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Oh, and then keep your porch bench, swing, chair, planters or whatever also white. Color only with plantings or slight accents.
Johnchip
on Aug 12, 2015
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What a cute house Lynn. Congratulations on your purchase! Having a new home is so exciting. If this were our home I would cover them and maybe add some railing as shown in the drawing I did, shown below.
Z
on Aug 12, 2015
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Thank you ladies!! I had thought of the the pillar idea..and now that I see the pics..i LOVE IT! @ ! thank you!! Definitely going to check out the HOUZZ website!~
Lynn Montgomery Paul
on Aug 12, 2015
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If you plant climbing rose, and have patience, they, or any other preferred climbing plant , will fill it in, add color, and a nice welcoming fragrance, you and you visitors will enjoy. I would however recommend avoiding English Ivy, Honeysuckle,l or Wisteria. They will spread uncontrollably, and will cause damage to your house. My adopted sister rented a house, that had a patio, with an outdoor kitchen. They put up lattice behind the cooking area, and across the top, and planted grapes of the darkest purple, and let them climb and fill in across the top patio lattice as well. You could sit out on the patio even on the hottest days, and remain cool, while enjoying the smell, and eating the grapes. It not only looked great, but smelled, and tasted wonderful.
Jonnie Hammon
on Aug 13, 2015
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Lots of easy to install column wraps. Most are composite materials. http://versatex.com/versawrap
Historic Shed
on Aug 13, 2015
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Cute house Lynn!! Love Becky's Visual. I would put the railings on the side, too. And add some nice plants that can survive your winter. I would love to see more of your cute house!
Lou Ann Newell
on Aug 13, 2015
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Makes a lot of sence Becky!! I can't wait until she shows us the final results!
Lou Ann Newell
on Aug 13, 2015
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Makes a lot of sence Becky!! I can't wait until she shows us the final results!
Lou Ann Newell
on Aug 13, 2015
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Cute cottage possibilities. I would paint the railings white and add a rocking chair or small bench to match.
Kay
on Aug 13, 2015
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White rod iron and then some punch of color with chair,planter, or something to pop. Maybe next year add climbing plant at front corners can't tell if enough dirt to plant something like celmaitis that would climb and bloom
Betty Miller
on Aug 16, 2015
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needs beefed up porch post! white round wooden post....beautiful it would be
Sandi Reynolds
on Aug 17, 2015
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I think framing in the metal posts with cedar wood would change the entire look and make the porch more impressive. Interested to see what you come up with.
Sarah
on Aug 19, 2015
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we are really working hard on the inside right now, but I am definitely wanting to box those posts in....Found some aluminum round columns that were affordable, but we are still looking!! thanks for all the ideas..definitely will post when complete
Lynn Montgomery Paul
on Aug 19, 2015
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Hello Lynn, you can dress up your porch with paint. Check some of the paint ideas we found on HomeTalk: http://goo.gl/Zcdy1Q You can also add some architectural trim. You can learn more here: http://goo.gl/0i3PQT
HouseLogic.com
on Aug 23, 2015
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