Every household deserves a bit of tender loving care (TLC).
Even if you’re not a particularly house-proud person, you should strive to maintain a home that makes you comfortable and happy at the very least. Your surroundings have a big impact on the way you feel, so you should work on your interior design if you’re not very inspired by the appearance of your home. In addition, your house should be functional; temperamental light fixtures and potholes in the driveway are things you need to fix in order to create a pleasant home. Now that spring fever is in full swing, it’s time to address all of these problems.
Tend to the household chores.
The best place to start is to do the chores you’ve been avoiding for weeks, months, maybe even years. I mean, realistically, when was the last time you actually cleaned out your gutters or dusted your ceiling fans? These are some of the things that have to be done if you want your home in good shape. That shiny-new aesthetic you remember from the early days of home ownership can be reclaimed if you just put a little work into fixing up your home again. Continuous maintenance is the key to avoiding stressful DIY jobs in the future.
Of course, if there’s anything that can’t be fixed with DIY, you’ll want to seek professional help. Don’t try to resolve plumbing issues if you’ve got no idea what you’re doing (even with the help of YouTube). If you have leaks in the attic you may want to look into a roofing contractor who could help you with a high-quality roof to stand the test of time. Your house should be built to last so that you don’t have to worry about things breaking down so often.
Make your home feel open and inviting.
Whether your house is big or small, it should always feel open and inviting. Nobody wants to be tripping over clutter in their own home, so it might be time to try to create a more spacious environment. You should get imaginative with storage. Put a storage unit under the stairs; maybe have a bookcase for books (duh), ornaments, and other decorative pieces. You could also put more shelving units on the wall to create additional storage space. If you want your home to feel open and inviting, put your existing space to better use. You could even convert your garage into a second living room so you can spread out your possessions and extend your home.
Tend to your garden.
You might have finally given some love and attention to the interior of your house, but what about the exterior? Your garden is an important part of your home, and it should be more than a patch of grass that you mow once a year. Your garden should be treated as if it’s just another room in your house. Plant some flowers to create a colorful aesthetic. You should also create a cozy patio area to enjoy during the summer. Get some comfortable chairs and admire your beautiful garden on sunny days; maybe even add a gazebo to provide some shelter from the elements. And if you need a nice centerpiece, consider installing a pond. Get creative with your garden design!
What other ways do you give your home some TLC? Tell us in the comments!