Residential mailboxes come in a variety of styles - February 25, 2009
Besides being sturdy and weatherproof, residential mailboxes need to be low in maintenance, but that doesn’t mean they have to be unattractive though. There are a variety of styles to choose from, each one serving different applications.
Curb side mailboxes are possibly the most popular choice and serve rural areas just as well as suburban areas. They can be fitted with locks and holders for newspapers, but can also come in decorative styles, novelty and traditional styles. This type of mailbox allows access from the curb and does not require entry onto your property.
The mounted mailbox is usually found next to the main entry door of any home. Usually the finish is chosen to match and compliment the homes exterior. They are also available in novelty or traditional styles.
For convenience for both homeowner and postal worker, residential mailboxes are available in sets. These suit blocks of flats or clusters of homes, allowing one central area for postal collection.
A very neat and unobtrusive option in a residential mailbox is to have it recessed into a wall. They can have quite wide doors which can accept wider packages, but their main feature is the security they offer. While post can only be inserted from the front, the rear is inaccessible to anyone except the homeowner as it resides behind the wall it is installed into. These mailboxes have a faceplate which can be in any number of finishes and styles.
So, apart from its functionality, the other question is style. Do you want a traditional mailbox, a classic one or something modern? You mailbox allows your free reign to show your personality or interests. Decorative mailboxes can be unique.
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