When it comes to condo living, most people are enticed by the prospect of a maintenance-free lifestyle more than any other factor. It’s a rather fantastic perk to have seasonal yard work taken care of and upkeep reduced to a minimum. People often forget that there are things that you can do inside your home to make things even more flexible for coming and going. If low-maintenance living is your thing, it doesn’t need to stop at your doorway – here’s how to decorate with a purpose on the inside of your home.
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Let the Light Shine

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There are three things that encourage mold growth: warmth, moisture, darkness. After a house has been closed tight throughout the winter, it’s a good idea to let those lovely ultra violet rays work their magic by minimizing moisture and killing mildew.

Lighten the Mood

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It’s certainly not the first thing to pop into most minds when thinking about décor, but light fixtures have the potential to really draw a room together. Choosing an eye-catching light fixture is also investing in an item that’s needed in your room, not added to your room. There’s no need to worry about making space and it’s a purchase that remains in place year round. Best of all, while the fixture itself can really add to a room, the added lighting can be a bonus in itself. Choosing the right light bulb means you get to walk into a room with a relaxing glow each and every day.
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Litter With Literature

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Books have become a rather popular interior design item. Did you know they can be a space saver too? Design catalogues often tend to use old hardcover, warn looking novels when decorating a room. It’s really not necessary, though. If you’re looking for an easy to clean, space saving décor item and you have a few books lying around, stack them creatively and voila! You’ve freed up a bit of storage space and put together a personalized décor item that requires nothing more than an occasional dusting.

Beautify With Blinds

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A simple and relatively maintenance-free way to decorate your home is to choose the right window coverings. Whether you prefer regal drapes, classic slats or colourful roman shades, drapes and blinds can add a ton of personality to any room. Best of all, they only require the occasional dusting.

Stop Mud From Walking In

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Boot trays are a wonderful method to discreetly tuck your shoes away. They allow mud to dry and fall off in one place. If you don’t have a mudroom or a defined entry, these trays can help define that area.

Add Some Greens

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If you’re looking for a low-maintenance décor item for your home, there’s no better place to start than with some greenery. But plants need tending to, you say. Yes, but some more than others! There are endless varieties of cacti, succulents and other low-maintenance plants that are so easy to take care of. If you’re looking for a plant to survive weeks on its own, consider aloe vera or bamboo. These are simply some of the more common ones; there are all kinds of options for every mantle place and windowsill.

Beautiful and functional designs require a close look at your unique lifestyle. Recognize that design choices can significantly affect the way you keep your home clean and orderly.
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Research by Ronbir B