May 15, 2014 | seo
It’s time to finally embrace the nice weather, but not before we first get the spring cleaning and summer home preparations in order. Here are some tips on getting your home ready for the season:
Organize Your Clothes & Shoes Storage
The closet is a great place to start with spring-cleaning. A great tip from California Closets is to consider installing slanted shelving to organize your shoes. This will keep everything visible and within reach.
Another closet tip: If you’re looking for extra closet space, California Closets suggests turning your attic, with its slanted ceilings, into a functional storage nook.
Clean Glass Windows & Patio Doors Easier
Cleaning glass windows and patio doors may be easier than you think! Pella Windows & Doors suggests using a soft, lint-free towel such as an old kitchen towel or linen napkin instead of using paper towels and using vinegar-base solutions rather than ammonia-based cleaners. Spraying ammonia-based cleaners and wiping it off with a paper towel can just move dirt around and create a static charge that attracts more dust and dirt. Their website has more tips on how to clean your blinds, shades and brass door handles.
(Interior Design by Wilson Kelsey Design; Photography by Richard Mandelkorn)
(Interior Design by Cebula Design)
Custom Organize Your Garage
There truly is nothing better than having a clean, organized garage in the summer. Boston Garage specializes in luxury garage enhancements that are designed to fit exactly with your space and style preferences. They have prompt and professional service with a hassle-free installation that will have you on your way to an organized home in no time.
Consider Changing to a Saltwater Pool
Changing to a saltwater pool has become a common procedure for those who dislike using all those chemicals in their pools. It’s been used in other parts of the world for years, and now it’s become more popular in North America. Saltwater pools are an environmentally safe alternative as it’s kinder to your skin and for animals.
Just don’t let saltwater splash over onto your lawn and nearby plants as it can be damaging and can possibly kill them!
(Pool by Combined Energy Systems; Photography by Warren Patterson)
(Home Built by Kirby Perkins Construction; Photography by Warren Patterson)
Update the Terrace
Improving the look and beauty of your home does not mean that you have to use inferior or expensive materials, advises Dex by Terra. Dex by Terra is a full service commercial and residential concrete contractor. Their expertise encompasses project planning, design, construction and maintenance. On their Facebook page, they suggest a great way to update your outdoors by using stamped concrete. Stamped concrete is an inexpensive, yet durable building material. It can also be stamped with attractive designs to make it one of the most decorative building materials as well.
Another tip for updating your outdoor landscape is to create depth of field and dimension with the use of vertical elements. Wall systems provide the ability to add dimension and architectural interest to an otherwise ordinary landscape.
Grow a Garden
There’s nothing better than enjoying fresh food grown from your backyard. Landscape Collaborative of New England says you don’t need a lot of space to plant a garden. For example, grow cherry tomatoes from a hanging basket. With the right amount of sunlight, you really can grow vegetables just about anywhere.
For those that have the space, home gardens are becoming more popular every year. A common concern for those growing a home garden is how to keep it safe from chemicals. Schumacher Companies shared with us five tips in another blog post about how to grow a healthy garden.
Add Style & Interest to Your Roof with a Custom Cupola
Bring style and interest to your roof along with natural light and ventilation with a custom cupola. Cupolas can be designed in various sizes and finishes to perfectly match your home. Cape Cod Cupola has over 350 designs that are hand crafted, signed and dated by skilled craftsperson that makes it. They also welcome custom designs.
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