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Swing into summer
5 ideas for updating your space
While spring naturally means it’s time
for a refresh for many homeowners, it
doesn’t mean you’re limited only to a
cleaning party. Take advantage of the
season by using it as an opportunity to
upgrade diff erent areas of your home for
reasons ranging from energy effi ciency
and convenience to ease of living and
safety.
With increasing technology for smart
home devices and ever-evolving design
styles, upgrading your home can be nearly
anything you make of it. Th ese ideas
include ways that you can add organization,
revolutionize your home tech,
increase energy effi ciency, enhance security
and more.
Find more ways to enhance your space
this spring at eLivingToday.com.
Elegant, Functional Shelving
Open shelving can add character,
design and attractive storage to
your home. For example, ClosetMaid’s
Ventilated Shelving exhibits simple elegance
and is both an aesthetically pleasing
way to showcase your favorite things
and functional enough to keep linens
fresh in the closet or hold clutter at bay
by the front door. Made from solid wood
and epoxy-coated steel, these shelves are
easy to install, durable and can complement
nearly any room. Learn more at
closetmaid.com.
Revolutionize Your Home
Take your smart home setup to the
next level with assistance from a product
like the Google Home Hub. Its
7-inch touch screen and built-in Google
Assistant technology answers your questions,
shows you the weather and more
using voice recognition soft ware. Th e
virtual assistant is available at retailers
like Offi ce Depot or Offi ceMax, which
off er Workonomy Tech Services to install
smart home devices for added convenience.
It also works with other smart
hubs for fl uid integration between all
your at-home tech devices. Find more
information at offi cedepot.com. Content
courtesy of Offi ce Depot.
Natural Light, Fresh Air
Add natural light and fresh air to your
home with an option like Velux No Leak
Solar Powered Fresh Air Skylights featuring
pre-installed light fi ltering or
light blocking shades in more than 80
colors. Th e skylights use a solar panel
to capture daylight and recharge a battery
operated control system. Th ey can
also be opened and closed via remote
control or smartphone app, and a rain
sensor closes the skylights during
inclement weather. Find more information
at whyskylights.com.
A Front Door Fixer Upper
Anytime is a good time to make sure
your home is safe, particularly at what’s
oft en the main point of entry - your front
door. Th is spring is an ideal time to keep
out unwanted guests with a door that’s
sturdy and draft -resistant while also providing
an aesthetic touch for enhanced
curb appeal. When choosing a door that’s
right for your home, focus on options
that include a strong deadbolt and thick
frame for peace of mind.
Smart Home Safety
With safety typically representing a
top priority for most homeowners, taking
advantage of smart technology can
be one way to improve your feelings of
safety and comfort in your home. A solution
like a smart lock on the main entryway
to your house can add security while
also ensuring you’re never locked out of
your own home. With options that can
pair with apps on your smartphone or
feature keyless entry via unique numerical
passwords, you can marry convenience
with safety.
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