How to make your home summer-ready in 5 easy steps

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19 April 2022
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It's summertime! Whether you're into staying in or going out, it's the perfect season for relaxing with family and friends. Beyond enjoying the great outdoors, take this opportunity to enjoy having a clean and tidy home.

With summer just around the corner, it's time to give your home a fresh new look! We've got some great tips for making your home more inviting and welcoming this season. If you haven't gotten around to preparing your home for summer, you can still get it done in a couple of days.

Ensure your home is ready for the season as the weather warms up. Then, follow these five steps to help you do just that! 

Choose sheer curtains and light fabrics for maximum natural light.

Sheer curtains are almost a must-have for summer. They offer a classic and modern look and let in just the right amount of light. This makes them an ideal choice regardless of the style you want to achieve in your room. They come in all colors, fabrics, textures, and lengths to complement any design approach. Light materials and sheer curtains allow a route for natural light to fill the room; it also makes your home feel less stuffy and heavy. More lightweight fabrics are also more breathable, meaning your home will be cooler, and air will circulate more freely throughout the room.

The more plants you have, the better air circulation in your home.

When you feel like your place needs a makeover but looking for something natural and affordable, bringing some greenery into the space might be what you need. Adding plants is an excellent way to control your home's temperature because plants act as natural air conditioners and air purifiers. Since the air inside your home can be very toxic, it may contain many harmful impurities, including dust, pollen, bacteria, and viruses. Consequently, plants in your home will help get rid of these toxins and thus bring about cleaner air circulation.

Make sure your cooling system is in tip-top shape.

As we enter the most scorching season of all, one thing you can't afford to forget is your air conditioning system. Regular maintenance of your air conditioner system can help save loads of money over the years and keep you nice and cool during the hot summer months. In addition, when outdoor temperatures soar, it's vital that your air conditioning system can keep up and maintain a comfortable indoor temperature.

Create a cool and relaxing space by using cool colors for your home.

To get started, you're going to need the right color palette. Ignite your home's potential with a fresh new coat of paint. It's one of the simplest and most effective ways to give any room an instant makeover. Use accent colors in specific areas to create an eye-catching display for significant impact. You want to choose a color that isn't too cold and doesn't appear dirty or dull. Use fresh and clean colors, like light blue, smooth green, or neutral colors. Identify which colors work best for your homes, such as blues to bring down the temperature and bright colors to cheer up a room. To create a cool and relaxing space for your home, use the color wheel, where you will find cool tones because warm colors absorb light. For example, blue, green, and purple are all considered cool colors, while white furnishings complete your space's calm and serene look.

Open your windows to let in some fresh air.

The sheer pleasure of letting in the fresh air and natural light has long been associated with improved mood, productivity, and health. Opening your windows to let in some fresh air is essential to keep a healthy and safe home environment. Windows are an indispensable resource for bringing the air in your home into circulation. The fresh air helps you concentrate better, which can be beneficial in your office space if you happen to work from home. It's worth taking a few minutes out of your day to make sure your living space is properly aired.

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