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To add some colour and sunshine to your home this summer House Professionals
have come up with 10 seasonal ideas to improve your home.
To make the most of the summer sunlight and allow as much as possible
to pour into your room, clean your windows inside and out with vinegar
and newspaper.
Change heavy winter curtains for lighter fabric materials, such as
linen or cotton.
As the days get longer we rely less and less on artificial light.
So, for the most atmospheric lighting effects place candles in your
living room and other major rooms.
Buy new cushions and curtains in vivid shades of red, blues and greens
etc. These colours will transform any room and perk up both your home
and mood throughout the long, hot summer months.
Placing flowers in any room at any time of the year is always a great
way to add vivid colour and a touch of sunshine to your home. Chose
summer flowers, such as daisies, sun flowers etc.
Buy seasonal plants and flowers as well as a selection of exterior
lighting. Next arrange your garden to create a little seasonal haven
literally in your back yard!
Then invite your friends and family round for a BBQ or two over the
light summer nights.
Swap heavy dark rugs for cheerful cotton rugs to really spice up your
living room and bedroom.
During the winter months a little room clutter can create a comforting
and friendly atmosphere. But during the summer months the radiant
sunshine can make clutter look just that, clutter.
Instead arrange your rooms into minimalist shrines that will trap
the light, creating a sun-kissed living environment.
Dark wood makes a room feel wintery. So get out the pale and neutral
paint and give dark wooden furniture the once over.
It's summer! So spend as little time as possible indoors. Book a holiday.
Visit friends. Go to the local park. Do anything that that means you
see more of the good weather (while it lasts) than you do of your
four walls.
Useful links
Buy plants and
flowers
Buy furniture and accessories
for summer
Read books on house,
home and garden makeovers
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