A long winter of usage can deflate the insides of pillows. Many types benefit from a few hours in the sun (especially feather or down-filled ones). So, pick a sunny day, give your pillows a sunbath, and enjoy the freshness! Your sleep will thank you!
You can begin yard plantings anytime after the last frost, which is during March in much of the U.S. Look for empty spots in your landscaping and start a sample board of plantings that might fill them in. Include possible hours of sunshine and type of soil. Then when you visit your local home store, you have a "plan in hand" and can revert to substitutes if your dream plantings are unavailable. Start your imagination board today!
Cleaning and organizing can be time-eaters, so to keep the procrastination bug at bay, set a timer for tidying. 15 minutes might be good to start. When the timer dings, put the cleaning rag away and off to something more interesting! You won't mind starting the next time when you know the end is only minutes away!
We've discussed the bathroom, so let's talk deep clean. Take a moment to pull down the shower curtain to drop in the washer and wipe down the cabinets and walls. A good brush to scrub the base of the toilet will make your job easier. That fresh smell? Unbeatable!
If you live outside the city, you likely have a septic tank hiding in your yard. It's never fun to have one back up, so now's a good time to schedule an inspection to learn whether it needs a good pumping or not. You'll be grateful the next time you decide to take that extra-long shower or run several loads of laundry over the weekend!