The shortest month of the year can quickly feel like one of the busiest. Please share this blog post with your family and friends!
"With winter still hanging on, you’ll want to tackle these indoor home improvement tasks now. Let's start with indoor projects!
Clean dryer vents.
Lint buildup can cause your dryer to work inefficiently and become a fire hazard. It’s a pretty simple job. Remove the duct and use a vacuum to clear out the dust and debris. A long, flexible brush can also get any lint left behind. Reconnect the dryer to the duct and you’re done. Don’t forget to check for blockages outside, too.
Rotate mattresses.
Flipping and rotating your mattress periodically can help reduce sagging. Doing this every three to six months can help keep it comfortable longer and extend its life.
Clean the entryway.
A few months into winter, you’re likely to see accumulation of dirt and clutter in your entryway. Clean the floors, paying special attention to any road salt that’s been tracked in. Tidy up coats and other winter gear that have been thrown haphazardly in the closet. If your rugs or doormats have seen better days, now’s a great time to wash or replace them.
Do a freezer refresh.
This is a good time to take inventory of what’s in your freezer and use up random ingredients lurking in the back. It might inspire you to try a new recipe on those nights when cabin fever has you reaching for the phone for takeout … again. And you’ll make room for fresher food come spring.
Organize bookshelves.
Do you have magazines you’ve finished and won’t read again? What about books that, if you’re really honest with yourself, you’ll never read? Donate them to a library, school or hospital. Look for a little free library in your neighborhood, too. If you use your shelves to display décor – family photos, vacation souvenirs, gifts from your grandkids – try freshening the look. Rearrange knickknacks, swap out photos or the frames they’re in, or retire any items that aren’t exciting anymore. No matter how you use your shelves, give them a good dusting.
Clean pet beds and dishes.
Hopefully you’re doing this on a regular basis, but if you don’t remember the last time you washed their blankets, bedding or food bowls, take care of it now. Throw toys in the wash, too.
Display fresh flowers
Pretty flowers are a nice treat to help pull us through these last days of winter. Display them in any room that needs a little boost."
To be continued...
Source: https://www.schlage.com/blog/categories/2021/02/february-home-improvement-projects.html
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