Quiz: Reveal Your Curb Appeal Personality
Take Our Quick 10-Question Quiz!
Want to make sure your front yard reflects the real you? This quiz might give you more insight into your unique outdoor identity. Then, get some tips on how to create more curb appeal, while putting your personality in plain view.
Your wardrobe consists mostly of:
- Bright colors and bold patterns
- Neutrals in solids and subtle patterns
- Both of the above
The fitness trend you're most likely to participate in is:
- Tae Bo
- Tai Chi
- Power Yoga
On a warm evening, the beverage you prefer to indulge in is:
- A fruity umbrella drink
- A chilled glass of Chardonnay
- Depends on what's for dinner
Your home's interior is painted in:
- Surprising, eye-catching brights
- Muted, earthy tones
- It varies room by room
On vacation, you like to:
- See every sight and enjoy the nightlife
- Rest, relax and catch up on your reading
- Golf and go out for dinner
You use your backyard for:
- Parties with plenty of people
- Quiet time and an occasional nap
- Family barbecue
When you do yard work, you:
- Crank up your iPod and do your groove thing
- Enjoy the sounds of nature
- Listen to the ballgame in the background
You'd rather listen to:
- Hip-Hop
- Classical
- Jazz
Your favorite game to play in your yard is:
- Volleyball
- Gin Rummy
- Croquet
You spend most time in your front yard:
- Hanging out and chatting with neighbors and passers by
- Gazing at it from every angle at the end of a busy day
- Chatting with people who stop by while you're gazing
You're done! Now, look back over your answers to see if you checked mostly 1, 2 or 3 - and to learn how to add curb appeal with your personal touch.
Mostly 1: Gregarious
You like the Wow Factor, which can be wonderful to attract attention from the curb. But for the most appeal, be careful not to overdo. For example, if you love bright flowers, resist the urge to crowd every open space and showcase an entire rainbow of colors. You can get a just-right lush look by sticking to a palette of three colors, such as orange, red and yellow, and planting your flowers in scattered batches in curved beds. For the extra oomph you love, you can feature your flowers in window boxes and containers at the front door, too. Another tip: A well-kept expanse of lawn grass will help open up your landscape make it more welcoming for visitors. Simply follow The Yard Doctor's Best Healthy Lawn Tips
Mostly 2: Mellow
You're more laid back, and enjoy things that soothe the senses. To add beauty and interest to your front yard, yet maintain a more minimalist, relaxing atmosphere, consider plantings in calmer shades of blue and green. Hardscaping with natural elements is another subtle way to improve curb appeal by adding texture to your landscape. Try edging flowerbeds with rocks or pretty pieces of driftwood. Of course, a healthy green grass lawn is easier on the eye, too. To keep weeds away - and the irritation that goes with them - watch Weed Control Make Easy for great tips.
Mostly 3: Combo Platter
You're a mix of moods - sometimes the life of the party, other times more content in the background. Just like you, your front landscape can show some diversity for more curb appeal. As instant impact additions, flowers are a no-brainer, so plant them in areas that could use a little color, choosing your just one favorite hue or three complementary shades. (In containers, they're especially nice to accent the front entrance.) Also, think of items that have a bit of "flash," but aren't overbearing. For instance, landscape lighting along your pathway or at the edge of flowerbeds can create some extra depth and drama without being too loud. And since you're full of surprises, why not include a single surprising touch to your yard as a focal point, such as a water feature? Now for the perfect balance, you just need to keep your lawn neat. Mow and water regularly, and use your string trimmer for another curb appeal edge.
