Tips to Brighten Up Your Home in Winter!

Winter can be a wonderful time of year, filled with joyful celebrations and merriment. However winter can also be dark, and the lack of sunlight can cause many to struggle with seasonal depression. One way to help elevate your mood, is to incorporate as much light into your home as possible! Here are some easy ways to brighten up your home this winter courtesy of HappyCleans.

Throw open the curtains

One of the simplest ways to incorporate more light into your home, is to examine your window coverings, and clear the way to allow as much light as possible to enter your space. Open the blinds, pull back the curtains, and enjoy your extra sunshine.

Lighten up

One great way to lighten up a room is to incorporate light colored decor, like pillows and throw blankets. You might even want to look into slipcovers for furniture, where applicable.

Bring in reinforcements

Winters can be overwhelmingly shadowy, as many get less light during the day. Consider incorporating reflective elements, as well as bringing in more light sources around your home. Twinkle lights and candles are a wintertime favorite. The infographic below offers a number of wonderful suggestions.

Keep your environment clean

Maintaining a clean and tidy environment is the best way to keep your mind, body, and allergies at bay. If there’s not time in your schedule or emotional capacity to clean on a regular basis, consider hiring a cleaning team to help you out. Check out the full infographic now.