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Front Entry issues.

3 years ago

Step rail (sturdy for seniors). Attach to vinyl siding or concrete steps? Husband concerned about both oprions causing damage.
Front door color!
Do I need to paint the side garage entry door or leave it white?
Paint landscaping bricks under window?

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krissie55
3 years ago
Hand rails on the steps since the wall on the right ends before steps do. A pretty color front door would add beauty to the house. Power wash the steps.
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Zabitat, Door Glass Replacement
3 years ago
Here's a few options for your door! You have a Nouveau half view sidelight currently in your entry, and a great focal feature for your door (besides color) would be to add the Nouveau half view door glass

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millworkman
3 years ago
You cannot attach to the vinyl siding. Thru it to the wall substrate yes absolutely. Or no reason a pipe type rail could not be anchored into the concrete.
pamghatten
3 years ago
And please do not paint the landscaping bricks, that would make them stand out too much.
Izzy Mn
3 years ago
You can buy some adjustable metal (aluminum ones) that look like custom made. I saw some installed at a someones home last year. You will have to drill into the concrete to install them. I think they were from a big box stores. Probably in the area that has deck building stuff..... theirs were white factory painted in case you wanted to know.
raee_gw zone 5b-6a Ohio
3 years ago
Yes, paint the garage door to match the front door.

Don't paint the landscape bricks.

Properly installed, a handrail is not going to "cause damage". It will be a permanent fixture. You could get a paintable vinyl one or wood or metal, one that looks good with the house, and also paint it to match the doors or leave it white - would add an inviting touch to the entryway.

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