As we step into summer, we look forward to garden parties, sunshine, and spending time with friends. We can finally enjoy long, summer days and warm evenings. It’s the best time of the year and the perfect season to bring friends and family to the house. Whether it’s a small barbecue or larger family get-together, summer is a great time to host. However; before you do, it’s worth taking the time to get your home in order.
A few summer DIY tricks can really brighten up the house. You’ll kit it out for summer and repair any winter damage. The colder months have a tendency to wreak havoc on our homes. The cold weather and winds can damage the paintwork and leave the house looking a little worse for wear. Today we’ll bring you a few simple ideas to breathe life into your property so you can prepare your home for summer and give it a fresh feel.
Doors + Windows
Summer is the perfect time to take a fresh look at your windows and doors. It could be a great opportunity to install double glazing. You could even take the time to replace doors with glass alternatives. You’ll let more light in and give the house a fresh feeling of space. If nothing else, it’s well worth using fibreglass products to improve the aesthetic quality. Fibreglass pilasters, canopies, and decorative molding can make an old door appear brand new.
Tackle the Garden
The summer is the perfect time to get out in the garden. The children can play on the grass while you entertain friends and family on the patio. You can set the barbecue or light a fire pit. But, first of all, it’s time to tackle the overgrown lawn. Take some time to get rid of weeds, plant new flowers, and trim the hedges. You can even plant herbs and reap the delicious benefits, too. Fix any broken fences and clean up the patio area. You could even install a new deck or buy new garden furniture.
Repainting
A lick of paint can make an enormous difference to your home. Both the exterior and interior will benefit from it, and you’ll transform your property. Start with any peeling or rotting woodwork on the outside of the property. A simple white paint will suffice here and improve the quality of your home aspect. Inside, opt for some simple, neutral colors and you’ll give light and space to the house.
Revamp the Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of any home, and it pays to do some work here. During the summer, there’s nothing better than opening the windows wide. If you’re lucky enough to have patio doors, you can open them into the kitchen too. There will be a lot of activity here, so it’s worth making it comfortable. Why not repaint the cabinets and add new fixtures and fittings? It will give the impression of new units without the hassle and cost of installing them. Buy new lighting fixtures and make a few luxury touches.
Improving your home this summer should be quick and simple. Follow the advice here and you’ll see a big difference!
Photo by Matt Montgomery
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