Decorate Entryway

Ideas, costs, tips and plans - the information you need for a successful Entryway Decorating project

December 2021

Homeowners have many important questions about their Entryway Decorating Project. How much will it cost? How long will it take? What problem areas do I need to watch out for? Can I recover my Entryway Decorating investment when I sell? Can I do some of the work myself? What can I do to make sure that the work is done right?

Costs, materials and best practices for the example Entryway Decorating project will help you answer these questions. Use this information to develop a budget, bid requirements, hiring contracts and a project plan.

Entryway Decorating - Project Overview

The approximate costs and value of a typical Entryway Decorating project are summarized below. Use higher estimates for larger metropolitan areas and the lower estimates where home prices are below the national average. Adjust costs for substitutions or refinements in the last section. For size differences of up to 25%, scale total costs in direct proportion to the size of your project. Use the adjusted costs as a basis for setting a material budget and for comparing contractor bids (if you choose to have a professional perform the work).

Project descriptionUpdate entryway decor. Install new flooring, switchplates and hardware. Add decorative molding and lighting. Use above average materials and installation craftsmanship.
Project size85 square feet of renovation
Material and labor cost$4,428 - $5,166
Material cost$1,980 - $2,310
Do-it-yourself assessmentThe typical Entryway Decorating project involves tasks that are best performed by experienced professionals. Good quality Entryway Decorating requires considerable experience, skill and attention to detail. Do it yourself mistakes are noticeable, may be difficulty to remedy and may actually reduce the market value of the project and your home.
First year Return on Investment - ROIReturns vary widely and are affected by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A high quality Entryway Decorating project in an appropriate neighborhood can return as much as 77% - 91% of its initial cost.
First year Return on Investment - ROIActual returns vary widely and are affected by the range of home prices in your neighborhood, the overall condition of your home and sensible design choices. A good quality Entryway Decorating project in the right neighborhoods can return 61% - 72% of its initial cost.
Green ratingEntryway Decorating projects can incorporate renewable or sustainable resources and environmentally friendly materials.

Entryway Decorating - Project Plan and Details

The following list includes major work tasks commonly performed during Entryway Decorating. Use this list to understand the timing and sequence of different steps in the Entryway Decorating project. Click any Task name for a complete written specifications, FAQs and quality checklist for the task - this essential information will help you control Entryway Decorating project cost and quality.

Do you expect to spend more than $250 on your Entryway Decorating project? If so, it is important create and manage a detailed plan for all project activities.

TaskService ProviderTimeDifficultyBasic Cost Range
Define Home DecorInterior Designer4 to 10 d$1,033 - $1,724 per project
Specify MaterialsInterior Designer2 to 15 d$258 - $431
Specify FinishesInterior Designer1 to 2 d$774 - $1,293
Install Crown MoldingFinish Carpenter1 to 2 d$9.36 - $16.34 per linear foot
Install MoldingFinish Carpenter1 to 2 d$4.80 - $8.30 per linear foot
Install Door StopFinish Carpenter1 d$49 - $84 per door
Install Door SweepFinish Carpenter1 d$85 - $147 per door
Install Entry Lock SetFinish Carpenter1 d$241 - $426 per door
Install Tile FloorTile Contractor1 d$13.55 - $23.13 per square foot
Paint Entry DoorPainting Contractor1 to 3 d$131 - $221 per door
Paint RoomsPainting Contractor1 to 3 d$5.74 - $9.79 per square foot
Paint DoorPainting Contractor1 to 3 d$142 - $240 per door
Install Ceiling Light FixtureElectrician1 d$230 - $397
Install Wall SconceElectrician1 to 2 d$452 - $795
Install Light SwitchElectrician1 d$155 - $261

Entryway Decorating - Proven Ideas and Project Tips

Review these tips, design suggestions, options and lessons learned before finalizing your Entryway Decorating project plan.

  • To maximize return on the Entryway Decorating project, limit cost to no more than 1.5% of home's total, post project value
  • For best home resale value, follow a consistent design and decorating theme throughout the home
  • For best resale value, select a taste neutral design for your Entryway Decorating
  • For best resale value, select components, appliances, finishes and fixtures of comparable quality
  • Use bright lighting to make a small room appear larger
  • Decorate with light color shades to make a small room appear larger
  • Select finish treatments that harmonize with furniture and statement accessories

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