While these are certainly stressful times, we can ground ourselves in our homes and the few things we do know. Finding a sense of normalcy is key to making the most of this situation. Our team here at Timan Window Treatments wants to remind you that we’re in this together. As most of us are staying at home more than usual, we’ve compiled a list of tips to help you create a happier and healthier home.
A Healthy Home
Since we’re all spending a lot more time at home than usual, for at least the foreseeable future, making sure your home is healthy is now more important than ever. Now you may be asking yourself, what makes a healthy home? The Sleep Foundation has created a list of things that will improve your sleep, and overall health.
If you’re searching for even more ways to create a healthier home during this time, here are some solutions we’ve come up with:
- Make a Schedule.
- Evaluate your space.
- Don’t Forget the Sunshine.
Make a Schedule.
A lot of things may seem out of your control right now, and the unknown is uncomfortable. Creating structure in your home is one way you can feel a sense of normalcy. This is where Smart Shades come in.
You can now program your shades to open first thing in the morning, waking you up with natural light. Or, if you battle rising interior temps, you can integrate them with your smart home to adjust closed, avoiding the afternoon “slump.” Then, at night, when you need the kids to settle in for bedtime, the shades can close completely to signal to them to start their bedtime routine.
Evaluate Your Space
Being home throughout the day, with more time on your hands, may allow you to start projects you’ve been putting off. And, frankly, will be a welcome distraction that you may need right now. Walk around each room. Ask yourself, “What is it I want from this room?” These are some of the solutions you may find that you need:
- Better Sleep
- Street Level Privacy
- Large Window Challenges
- Child Safety
- Energy Savings
Don’t Forget the Sunshine.
Living in the Cleveland area, we all know how powerful the effects of sunshine on our mood. You can actually feel a shift when you wake up to glowing rays VS overcast grays. Especially during this time in our lives, it’s so important to soak up some sunshine. Get outdoors for fresh air and Vitamin D.
If one of the projects on your mind has been to get the right sliding glass door blinds, right now is the perfect time to discover what’s available.
But, while sunshine can brighten our moods, it can also dampen the home environment if we get too much. This beautiful kitchen is a perfect example. At first glance, it’s an amazing space, with gorgeous design elements. But, imagine working from home with direct rays, relentless glare and magnified afternoon temps. And–one more thing. Check out those hardwoods. In no time flat, they’ll be awkwardly faded. This room needs solutions.
Just like that, balance is achieved. Light is controlled. Glare is reduced. The direct rays are no longer shining into your eyes, or heating up your home. Say “goodbye” to fading hardwoods. And, not to mention, but your privacy is adjusted for whenever you need it.
No Matter What Happens, We’re in this Together
What we do know right now is that we can help during this time in your life. It’s always beneficial to look at the positive, rather than the negative. We’re all in this together after all, especially during these trying times. Contact us today for your FREE consultation.
