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Obviously the way you feel about your home greatly affects the way you feel whenever you are in it. Most individuals spend about 95% of their time in their house or place of employment. You will be happier once you make your home a place where you can express your feelings with decoration. The following piece includes several valuable tips for turning your home into an oasis for the soul.



Always consider what could be done to make things more cozy. No one person lives in a perfect world, but certain things around your house that cause discomfort will make that seem even less perfect. Whether you need a new bulb in your desk lamp or a new nail in a creaking porch step, address these easy fixes every time you identify them Even something as easy as getting a new mattress can make a big difference in your life.



Grow your surroundings. Sometimes rearranging can be a waste of time, as the available square footage is insufficient. In these cases, you may want to think about expanding onto your home. For those who do not have the money to renovate, thinking about adding shelves or storage organizers can also create more space.



Be sure to try to add a lot of recreational features. Although pools and spas are both desirable features to have, less extreme things, such as a workout room, are also desirable. Another great thing about adding recreation items is that they will enhance your home's value.



Consider looking into your lighting to see if it needs to be modified. You can really brighten up your rooms by adding light fixtures. You can change the mood of your home by fixing the lighting. It is possible for you, as a layman, to change most light fixtures.



Put your landscaping skills to the test by adding a serene, colorful area to your yard that is covered with bright flowers and beautiful landscaping. If you are not skilled at gardening, you will likely benefit from hiring a professional landscaper to do the work for you. Whether you do the work, or a professional does, you are going to enjoy the serenity that the fresh greenery that surrounds you will provide. Having a garden can improve the quality of the air in your area, provide you with fresh produce and give off wonderful fragrances.



If you'd like to feel welcomed when you pull into your driveway, consider doing a little cleaning up or sprucing up on the exterior. Add a few coats of paint or fix an old roof. Install those windows you've been wanting. Any of these things will improve curb appeal by a mile.



You spend a good bit of time in your home. This is why any upgrades to your living space are not only excellent investments in the house in case you decide to sell it somewhere down the road, but they are an investment in your own well being.