At long last, after what has felt like an impossibly long winter, spring has finally sprung, and with it our windows have flung open and – shock! – cobwebs have blown mockingly in the breeze. If, like us, you see winter as a time for home comforts and family time, deep cleaning isn’t always at the top of the to-do list, which is precisely why the spring clean has gained so much press over the years. So sure, we know that it involves cleaning, but what else can you do around the home to let spring in?
Treat yourself to flowers
Nothing quite says spring like freshly cut daffodils, and popping a few in vases around the house can really brighten it up and convince you that spring has finally snuck in. Flowers don’t necessarily have to be fancy or expensive, and simple steps to care for them can mean they last a noticeably long time. Arranging them is also a rather nice spring hobby!
Swap out the cushion covers
It’s simple, but changing little things around the home can make it feel like a whole new space! Swapping your cosy, dark winter cushion covers for some light, bright pastels can bring that sense of spring into your home and create a much cleaner feeling. The same idea applies to anything small and easy to change around the house.
Declutter
Yes, a lot of what blends into the background in your home is actually just built-up mess. If you look objectively at what you’ve got filling your spaces, you’ll likely find that a lot of the things you pass by every day don’t really need to be there. A little throwing away session can make a home seem much less cluttered and consequently a lot tidier and cleaner.
Reorganise your bookshelves
Have you actually read any of the books on the shelf? If you have, do they still need to be within easy reach, and if you haven’t then are they honestly doing much good? Have a cleanse of the leisure material you have on offer – things such as books, board games and crafts are lovely spring activities but you’re not likely to take a break to indulge in an activity you can’t locate. Just making the decision to reorder your books can remind you of what’s on offer, and help with the aforementioned decluttering.
Clean the hidden things
It’s not the most glamorous task, but it’s only once a year. Making sure forgotten objects such as light fixtures, shoe cupboards, door knobs and even walls get a quick spruce can freshen up and revamp spaces you didn’t even realise were dirty.
When you’re living in your dream home, you don’t need much motivation to keep it in tip top shape – waking up to bliss every morning does that for you! If you’re looking to buy or rent your dream property in the coveted areas of Belsize Park or Stanmore, simply contact us today to find out how we can get the ball rolling for you. Happy spring!
