Moving into a new house can be an exciting time for the whole family, but making it feel like a home is a little bit more of a challenge. If you’ve just finished a big move and you’re ready to make your new house feel more like home, here are a few tips to get you started.
Take the Time to Deep Clean
Did you know that almost 70% of homeowners report they have no time to fully clean their space? If you just moved, you probably feel like one of them. Unfortunately, a dirty house isn’t really conducive to feelings of home and coziness. So instead of living in just-moved squalor for your first few days in the new house, set aside a good chunk of time to invest in a deep clean. That means steaming all of the carpets, scrubbing down the floorboards, and cleaning the inside of all your appliances. If you really don’t have the time, patience, or tools for the job, consider calling in a cleaning service to help you out. In fact, this might be the most effective option available to you because a cleaning service can handle a deep clean before you even move into your new place. Regardless of your deep cleaning method, one thing is certain: you’ll feel much more at home when you walk into a beautifully clean space.
Make a Few DIY Home Improvements
Whether you’re a big fan of DIY home improvement projects or not, the fact remains that almost 85% of homes in the U.S. were constructed prior to 1980 and are in need of some work. Fortunately, you don’t have to tackle a huge remodeling project just to feel more at home in your new house. Starting small is often better when it comes to your first few DIY projects in a new house, anyway. In most cases, you won’t know what really needs fixing until you’ve lived in the space for a little while. So for now, start with some simple projects. A new coat of paint in the bedroom, a nice set of coat hangers in the entryway, or some new hardware for your kitchen cabinets would all make for a great place to start. When you’re trying to think about DIY projects that would make you feel more at home, think about your favorite comforts from your last house. If you can find a way to bring some of those elements into your new space, you’ll be feeling right at home in no time.
Perfect Your Landscaping
If there’s one thing that can help you feel at home in your new house, it’s driving up to the perfectly curated exterior. While “perfectly curated” means something different to everyone, there’s good news there! The only thing that matters about your home is how you feel about it when you arrive at the front door. And a big part of that is what your lawn looks like! Whether you’re one of the 42% of homeowners who feels happy while gardening or you don’t like to spend a lot of time in the dirt, perfecting your home’s landscaping can be an immensely rewarding process. And when you’re done, it might just be tough to imagine a time when you didn’t feel at home in your house.
Once your move is over, the process of feeling at home might seem like it takes a long time. But with a few of these simple projects under your belt, you and your family should be feeling comfy and cozy in no time at all.
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