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C-2 Spring Home and Garden Wednesday, April 8, 2020 The Press-Dispatch 1704 HART STREET, VINCENNES 812-882-1191 • rcsappliances.com Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 9am-5pm, Fri. 9am-6pm, Sat. 9am-5pm We Service What We Sell! RCS SUPERSTORE TOP DOWN approach to exterior updates (StatePoint) Whether you want to boost the beauty of your home for your own enjoyment or you're look- ing to sell in the near future, experts recommend taking a top-down ap- proach to evaluate the outside of your home. "When making updates to your home exterior, it's helpful to think of how all the parts of the whole work together to create a unified look," says Kate Smith, chief color maven with Sensational Color. With that in mind, here are a few remodeling ideas to get you started: THE ROOF A new roof not only adds aesthetic appeal, it can add value too. Indeed, Remodeling's Cost vs. Value 2020 re- port shows that a roof replacement can have a return-on-investment of over 60 percent. Composite roofing is particularly durable, long-lasting and low-main- tenance, and an all-around smart in- vestment. Not only does a high-qual- ity roof help home-sellers get foot traffic, but the low-maintenance as- pect really resonates with house- hunters. An attractive, more afford- able alternative to the real thing, the composite slate and shake roofing options available from manufactur- ers like DaVinci Roofscapes, for ex- ample, reduce pesky maintenance concerns, offering impact-, fire- and wind-resistance, as well as the peace of mind that comes with a strong warranty. is is also a good choice for both those with a clear color palette in mind, and those who might need some direction, as free resources on the DaVinci Roofscapes site include a Color Visualizer offering users the ability to see how different colors may look on their home exteriors, as well as a variety of free e-books with project inspiration and advice. To learn more, visit www.davinciroof- scapes.com. "Using these free color tools can be both fun and empowering," says Smith. "ey take the guesswork out of crafting a pleasing exterior color palette for the home and help create increased curb appeal." SIDING If your home sports traditional sid- ing, you may have noticed that the tiles contract and expand in fluctuat- ing weather conditions and tempera- tures. What's more, the color of these often-times thin and flimsy materi- als can fade quickly. Rather than replacing siding with more of the same, consider compos- ite siding built to resist impact, fire, mold, algae, insects, salt air and high winds. e hand-split shake siding available from DaVinci Roofscapes is made of virgin resins, UV and ther- mal stabilizers, plus a highly-special- ized fire retardant. Whether you add accent panels with composite siding or go for the whole house, this can add a hassle-free aesthetic benefit to your home and boost its value. WALKWAYS Cracked or uneven walkways and steps are not only an eyesore, they can present a tripping hazard to you and guests. Evaluate whether it's time to give yours an overhaul. Be sure to select low-maintenance materials that complement the look of the oth- er elements of your exterior. is is a good time to consider lighting that adds drama to the walkway at night and makes for safer walking. Sprucing up? Go for high-impact projects that boost curb appeal and add value to the home.