Before: St Georges Christian book shop on St George’s Street After: St Georges Christian book shop on St George’s Street By tackling the external façade the book shop now exudes quality and improves the street scene. Harris McCormack Architects
Tip 9: Fence!
A fence, wall or hedge to the front of the property boundary creates a visual punch and a feeling of safety, a real asset. But be sure to keep it in good condition. Repair crumbling walls and loose mortar; replace broken gates and loose latches; and ensure the hedge is trimmed back and kept neat so that visibility isn’t an issue.
CONTACTS Craig Compton Builders; www.craigcomptonbuilders.co.uk 01780 482933 Orchard; www.orchardstamford.co.uk 01780 481850 Matthew Wade Decorators Ltd; www.matthewwadedecorating.co.uk 01780 529621 Lumison Lighting; www.lumisonlighting.co.uk 01572724600 Classic; www.classicstamford.co.uk 01780 654321 Rutland Shutters; www.rutlandshutters.co.uk 07768 695236 Harrison and Dunn; www.harrisonanddunn.co.uk 01780 762088 Stamford Garden Centre; www.stamfordgardencentre.co.uk 01780 765656 QKS; www.qks-ltd.co.uk 01780 756666 Traditional restoration; www.traditional-restoration.co.uk 01572 720524 Julie Shaul; www.julieshaulgardens.co.uk 01780 720608 Lark field; www.larkfieldgardening.com 01780 765000 Ken Rawson Garden Designs; www.kenrawsongardendesigns.co.uk 01780 481624 The Groundcare Centre; www.pmgcentre.co.uk 01733 907060 Custom Lawn Care; www. Customlawncare.co.uk 01780 753575 Marram Gardens; www.marramgardens.co.uk 01780 752119 DME Slate Roofing; www.dmeslateroofing.co.uk 01780 762472 Stamford Roofing; www.stamfordroofing.co.uk 01780 754498 ProRoof; www.proroofstamford.co.uk 01780 753724 Jason Musgrove (traditional Slater) 07952687988
Tip 10: Colour!
Adding colour to the front of your property won’t increase its value but it will increase its curb appeal. Consider a colourful wreath for your front door; plant daffodil and tulip bulbs to bloom in the spring after a long dull winter; place a colourful bench and pots of geraniums by a vibrantly painted front door. STAMFORD LIVING JUNE 2017
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