10 Ways to Freshen Up Your Home

Posted On: June 14, 2022 by Peoples Bank of Kankakee County in: Home, Mortgages

I don’t know about you, but we are feeling inspired to tackle home projects and make some improvements! Spring and summer are great times to address those projects you’ve been putting off. Whether you are selling, renovating, or just wanting a little home facelift, use these tips to inspire a home refresh. Rearrange Sometimes our homes can start to feel plain or boring. Rather than stretching the wallet on something new, begin by rearranging the furniture. First, pull the furniture away from the wall and try a more open feel. Another option is to rearrange the existing layout or switch items from room to room. Sometimes simple changes like these can give a fresh, new feel. Declutter This seems like the obvious when it comes to spring and summer cleaning - DECLUTTER! Clearing off surfaces and putting things away can add a fresh feel. Decluttering allows you to see what you have, see what you might want to purge,
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