It is said that the eyes are the windows to the soul. Windows are the eyes of the home. They let the light in providing a framed view of the world outside. We dress them by adding shudders, shades, curtains or drapes to add style while providing privacy.
The eyes have it.
One very basic thing you can do bring out the eyes of your home is to clean them so they sparkle.
- Don't use newspaper for cleaning windows. Newspaper is not very absorbent and leaves traces of the cleaner on the window. Also, once the cleaner gets on the paper the inks will begin to run and may actually make the windows appear dirtier.
- Use a squeegee to dry the windows and they will stay clean longer than those cleaned with paper towels. Scrubbing with a paper towel creates a static charge on the window, which attracts dust. Other materials to consider are cloth diapers or tight-knit towels, both of which do not leave behind lint. The towels can be found at most mechanics shops. Wash the windows in the morning. Heat can cause the windows to streak because the washing solution dries too quickly. If you must clean later in the day, do it on the sides that are shaded.
- Use an alcohol-based rain shield on the outside of freshly cleaned windows to keep them from spotting. Rain shield can be purchased at an automotive store. Apply according to package directions and buff off.
- Quickly clean a few indoor windows with a cloth that has been soaked in white vinegar.
- The simplest solution is two teaspoons of liquid dish soap mixed with five gallons of lukewarm water.
Now for a little color.
Window boxes filled with an array of colorful flowers will enhance the view from the inside as well as the outside. There are many varieties of planter boxes to choose from.
The easiest way to have year round, lasting color is to place the plants in the window box while still in their containers. This also makes the window box lighter and allows air circulation. If you want to change your plants all you do is replace the pot with a new one. Plant an herb garden outside your kitchen window.
Photos from flickr.com
Window box at Stratford Flats
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Window boxes
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Window boxes July
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Chrystina Tovani, Mortgage Advisor MLO 241089, Stanford Mortgage Sacramento, California Mortgage Advisor, Chrystina Tovani Please note that all information is time and date sensitive. The real estate and mortgage industry changes daily. All thoughts and opinions expressed on my blogs are not necessarily those of my past or present brokers or employers. All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Unless otherwise stated, photos used on this site are my own or from BigStockPhoto.com Copyright © 2010 Chrystina Tovani |
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