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Here are some creative ways to make your house lighter, brighter, and cheerier with more natural light indoors: #1 Take the Screens Off Your Windows You will get 30% more sunlight shining indoors without screens on your windows.   Sunlight warms your room and saves you money on your heating bill. Be sure to store your screens in your garage or basement where they won’t get damaged. In the spring you will want to put them back on so you can keep that 30% of the sun out and run your cooling system less. #2 Hang Outdoor String Lights Indoors Drape string lights around a window or a mantel or hang a string of LED glimmer lights in a tall potted plant. They will add a layer of soft light to your room and remind you of fireflies, flip-flops, and patio parties. #3 Lighten Your Interior Keep interiors pale to reflect and amplify light.   Think white walls, light woods for furniture and floors, and light upholstery.   To get the look without getting rid of your dark ...

Banish the winter blahs for a radically better outlook this season. It’s been a long day at work and you just want to get home and relax on your deck. But, it’s already dark outside and that chill in the air is telling you it’s time to pull out your parka. So, you choose to stay inside. But the indoors feel more like a dank cave than a welcoming oasis.   You don’t have to succumb to the winter blahs. Just implement a few of these ideas, and you’ll be warm and comfy inside until winter’s worst blows over. 1. Clean Your Light Fixtures and Bulbs Your home will appear 30% brighter — without turning on more lights. Related:  Did You Know Dirty Bulbs Are Energy Wasters? 2. Keep the Cold Air Out It’s not just window and door leaks killing your cozy vibe. Don’t forget to plug stealthy gaps around recessed lights, electrical boxes, and wall outlets. Use a lit incense stick or scented candle to hunt down drafty spots while leaving behind a cozy scent. 3. Dig Out...