5 Ways to Refresh your Home for the New Year

How to Refresh Your Home for the New Year 

5 Ideas to Refresh Your Home for the New Year        

Tip 1: Get ready for a deep clean 

January is a great time to deep clean your carpets and stairs and remove any drink stains or dirt left over from the year before.

Why not hire a carpet cleaner for ease and to get your carpets and stairs clean and ready for a sparkling new year? To help you with your carpet cleaning please watch our video on how to use carpet cleaner safely and correctly below.

If your upholstery looks a bit worn a steam cleaner is a great way to remove any ground in dirt and harmful bacteria, providing fast, deep and hygienic cleaning without the use of chemicals, keeping your fabrics looking fresh and ready for the new year ahead.

If you haven’t tried professional steam cleaning, give it a go today, but remember to always check furniture care instructions for the fabric first before steam cleaning.

Tip 2: Add some greenery 

Why not bring the outside back into your home, with some additional greenery?  Add some indoor house plants and fresh herbs in pots. Not only will they provide clean oxygen but that pop of vibrant green colour will help to calm and boost your mood whilst adding some colour to your home.

Don’t forget to water your greenery as recommended on their care instruction label and start to watch your plants grow and flourish with a sense of achievement. Herbs can also be added to your cooking to enjoy some new year meals.

Tip 3: Add a splash of colour 

Are your walls looking a bit tired and in need of a refresh? Why not add a fresh lick of paint? Lighter colours will open up the space ready for summer and lighter nights, but darker colours can help with a cosier feel if you really want to lean into the winter nights.

Using a paint sprayer will help you get a smooth, even finish on the walls, leaving you free to plan for the year ahead.  For extra help please watch our how to use a paint sprayer video below.

Adding some accessories or soft furnishings will compliment your new colour scheme too. Choose from cushions, rugs, vases, and picture frames to match your individual taste.

Instead of buying new items, why not try swapping pieces you already have in your home from another room? The decor from the bedroom could be switched with the living room. This will not only save you money but it is also more sustainable.

Tip 4: Change window coverings 

Changing your window coverings is a great way to refresh your home and can make a big impact on the look and feel of a room.

Choose from vibrant curtains to pretty voiles. If your budget allows why not invest in roller blinds, vertical blinds, or wooden blinds? They will provide enhanced privacy for that perfect finishing touch making the room feel warmer and cosier too.

Tip 5: Get fixing 

Are your door frames or skirting boards loose, or do you have woodwork in the house like stud walls or wall panelling in need of repair? Chances are you are going to need nails to hold it together. If that’s the case, then a second fix nail gun is the perfect tool for the job.

If you have never used a nail gun before don’t worry, watch our how to use a nail gun video below for all the help and advice you need to get your DIY jobs done safely and correctly.

Speedy Tip: Keep materials and sharp tools out of children’s / animal's reach, wear correct safety PPE equipment and remember to always check the operators and safety guidance before using any hire equipment.

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