As the major holiday seasons approach, it is time to begin thinking about outdoor decorations. Your plans should also include your garage door. Since a garage door is such a prominent feature of a house, it only makes sense to decorate it as well! The following ideas are some ways you can deck your garage door for the holiday season:
Use a Projector
One really fun and unique way to decorate your garage door for the holidays is to project holiday images onto it using an outdoor-grade projector. You can often find projectors in home improvement or electronic stores. They are available with slides featuring a variety of holiday images that can easily transform your garage door for this festive season.
Gift Wrap the Door
If you don't want to go to the expense of investing in a projector, you can still have a dramatic effect by simply gift-wrapping your garage door. Keep in mind that your door is going to be exposed to the elements, so you may not want to use actual paper. Instead, consider taping some holiday-themed plastic tablecloths or festive sheets together to act as the paper. Use some colored or decorative duct tape to act as the bows, and you will have a festive garage door for very little money.
Use Magnets or Vinyl Decals
If you want a quick and easy garage door decorating option, you may want to use some decorative magnets or vinyl decals. Both of these options are easy to place and don't take a lot of time. You can spell out messages using letters, or you can create a holiday scene using pictures. Both of these options can be found in home improvement stores and some big box stores as well.
There are a couple things to keep in mind when using magnets and decals. For one thing, be sure to use quality products, especially if you open and close your door on a regular basis. You don't want to have to constantly replace them every time you have to go in the garage. Also, be sure not to place any decals in the seams of the door, as they could become entangled in the springs and result in damage to your garage door.
The holiday season is a great excuse to spruce up your garage door. It can add a fun touch of whimsy to your beautifully decorated home. Make sure the door is completely clean and dry before you do any decorating at all to get the most out of your effort.
