Happy Summer everyone! I can’t believe how fast most of summer is flying by. I have been using nearly ALL of my summer free time to do some serious cleaning and de-cluttering of items that have been here, there and everywhere since moving here last September.. We have been working on several projects around the house and everything has been messy and cluttered, causing me to have a cluttered mind as well! Lately I have really started thinking about making some drastic changes to my decor, which is right in line with clearing the clutter.*This post contains affiliate links.Read more
The sun is shining, the weather has finally warmed up and that happy spring feeling is in the air! There is just something about spring that energizes us and makes us want to “nest” around our homes. It’s a great time to do some deep cleaning and to update the decor. The great news is that there are a few simple and inexpensive ways to create a whole new look for spring, and it’s especially easy in a living room. Here are three inexpensive ways to refresh your living room for spring.
Switch out heavy winter drapes or curtains with dark colors or patterns for light weight sheers or neutral, natural fabrics. You can also simply remove blinds and curtains altogether if privacy isn’t a concern. The goal is to let in as much natural light as possible.
This time of year it’s also nice to change things around a bit by trying out a new furniture arrangement. There are different ways to arrange just about any room, and if your living room is feeling a bit “tired” you can move furniture around to create a whole new look and feel…for free!
To save time (and your back!) practice drawing out different arrangements, using precise measurements when possible. This way you are not wearing yourself out or scratching up your floors moving things back and forth trying to see what fits where.
In addition to pillows, using a new (or different) area rug can make a space look brand new. If a new rug is not in your budget, you can purchase a gently used rug from a clean consignment shop and have it professionally cleaned by a carpet cleaning company, or simply buy or rent a carpet cleaner to DIY. In most cases this will be a lot cheaper than purchasing a new rug. Still there are many inexpensive options online.
If you are looking for other decorative accent pieces but don’t want to spend a fortune, then it’s time to treat yourself to a day of junkin! Search for old artwork with floral graphics or botanical prints, pretty baskets, or vintage dishes with spring colors or floral patterns. You can also use some free printables online and frame them for your mantel or to hang as wall art.
Today I have shared some simple and inexpensive ways to refresh a living room for spring. I am trying all of these ideas out this week and hopefully I will be sharing my spring living room refresh post soon and I would love to have you back for a visit to see what I have come up with.
How is your spring decorating coming along? I love to hear from you my friends!
Hello dear readers! Today I am exploring some neutral gray paints for our bedroom and possibly for the bathroom. I have stumbled across a couple of beautiful gray/grey paints that would be amazing for a whole house paint scheme as well. Let’s take a look at a couple of beautiful neutral gray paints.
Last year we finally found the perfect neutral, off white color for the downstairs of our house, so I am not looking to repaint it at this time. However, I was browsing Pinterest for serene gray paints that will work well in our bedroom and upstairs bathroom. I love the color in the living room pictured below.
While I am unsure of the exact color, it might be something similar to Edgecomb Grey by Benjamin Moore. Revere Pewter, one of Benjamin Moore’s most popular colors, is close, but a bit darker.
I really like Edgecomb Gray. It seems to be a great whole house neutral paint color.
I really like Edgecomb Gray. It seems to be a great whole house neutral paint color. The kitchen pictured above has a beautiful designer look, but it doesn’t “feel” cold to look at. It seems to be a great whole house neutral paint color. To me is almost a creamy gray, and would be beautiful in a kitchen since it is not too dark.
I really think this color would be beautiful in our bedroom, even though we have dark woodwork. The Edgecomb gray would contrast nicely. I think it would be very tranquil and promote sleep. Now I just have to find the right mattress!
I stumbled upon Rowe Sturling Paint Company online. They share a lot of gorgeous design inspiration, including a round up of beautiful bedroom paint colors.
The Edgecomb Gray or even Revere Pewter seem like tranquil neutral grays for our bedroom. I am definitely wanting to create a bedroom that promotes rest and relaxation. Now to find the perfect mattress! Finding the perfect mattress is a lot trickier than finding the perfect paint, so I will definitely be checking out mattress reviews here at https://dormreports.com/.
The joys of home ownership are many, then there are those other aspects of home ownership we all wish we didn’t have to think about like routine repairs and having to pay for homeowner’s insurance. If you are already a home owner, then you are probably aware of the specific coverage that your insurance policy provides. You may have even had to file a claim or two over the years.
If you are a new homeowner however, it is likely you tried to get the cheapest policy possible that would satisfy loan requirements and help speed the process of your home closing along. Once you get settled in however, it is wise to take a look at the type of coverage and make sure your home and contents will be covered in case of an emergency.
A standard homeowner’s insurance policy will cover:
~Damages incurred by fire, windstorms, hail, lightning and vandalism .
A standard homeowner’s insurance policy will notcover:
~Sewage problems or sewage back up in a basement. Since this can happen in any home, it is very important to purcase a rider (optional coverage) explicitly to cover sewage issues.
~Damages caused by termites, vermin or other pests.
Most new homeowners are shocked to find that floods are excluded in basic insurance policies! If you live in a flood plain then there are optional policies which can be purchased to cover any losses due to those perilous acts of nature. Even if you live in an area that is typically not prone to flooding, you just never know…so in this instance it pays to spend a little more.
It is totally natural to be thinking about paint colors, new furniture, and landscaping ideas when purchasing a new home or renovating, but it very important to be sure that you have as much coverage as possible on your home dwelling. For more ideas on how to protect your home from loss and damage, check out my post below:
As a homeowner for over 25 years I learned many of these insurance policy ins and outs the hard way when certain losses weren’t covered. It is my hope to save you from the stress and financial loss that can happen as a result of improper coverage. I believe this outline of coverage will be beneficial and should clarify some of the questions you may have about homeowner’s insurance coverage. If you have any more questions be sure to contact your local agent and he or she can help you get the maximum amount of coverage. Don’t forget that you can always shop around for better pricing as well.
