With the weather finally heating up, it’s time to refresh your home. The winter has been long and brutal, but there’s no better way to celebrate spring than resetting your home. There are many little things you can do to get started. Howard Hanna Real Estate Services are here to help with six tips for refreshing your space.
1. Declutter and reset your space
The best way to get a refresh underway is to declutter and reset your space. Start with a clean slate by removing items you no longer use or need. The best way to get started is to focus on high-traffic areas first, like the living room and kitchen. This will instantly make your home feel lighter and more open.
2. Deep clean beyond the basics
After you declutter with purpose, you can begin to clean the spaces that may have been neglected during the winter. Spring is the perfect time to tackle areas often overlooked, such as baseboards, ceiling fans, windows and behind furniture. A thorough clean can make your entire home feel refreshed and healthier.
3. Swap out seasonal décor
With your home decluttered and clean, you can now start to swap out your decorations. Replace heavy winter textures and dark colors with lighter fabrics, pastel tones and fresh accents. Think of things like throw pillows, blankets and curtains that reflect the brightness of the season. Each of those can bring some much-needed energy to your home.
4. Bring in natural elements
On top of décor, it’s the perfect time to add some natural details to your home. Add fresh flowers, houseplants or even simple greenery to breathe life into your space. While these may seem like small adds, natural elements can improve your mood and make your home feel more vibrant and inviting.
5. Let in more light
With the days being longer, it’s also important to use that light to your advantage. Open up curtains and blinds, clean your windows and consider rearranging furniture to maximize natural light. Keep in mind that brighter spaces feel larger and more energized.
6. Refresh scents and atmosphere
With all of that done, it’s time to refresh the scents throughout your home. Switch to lighter, fresher scents like citrus, lavender or linen through candles, diffusers or cleaning products. This is a subtle scent change that can make your home feel completely renewed.
Conclusion
After you’ve completed this list, your home is ready for the warm weather. Kick back and enjoy your refreshed home as you welcome long, sunny days back. If you’re thinking about taking things a step further this season, whether that means selling, upgrading or simply exploring your options, spring is one of the most active times in the real estate market. The professionals at Howard Hanna can help you make the most of the season with expert guidance, local market insight and personalized support every step of the way.
About Howard Hanna
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services proudly provides real estate, mortgage, title, and insurance services across 15 states. As the largest family-owned and -operated real estate brokerage in the United States, Howard Hanna operates more than 500 offices with 15,000 sales associates and staff. The company’s proprietary Hanna Success System helps its agents achieve 53% more business than agents at the top 1000 brokerages nationally. Learn more at www.HowardHanna.com.
