When spring rolls around, many Midwesterners get to work deep-cleaning their homes. Your garage could probably use a little attention, too – it’s a space that can collect a lot of cobwebs, dust and debris in the winter months....

For years, the front has gotten a lot of the attention when it comes to upgrading the home. Whether homeowners painted it a bold color, outfitted it with top-of-the line hardware, or placed a pair of stunning urns beside...