Everyone has been spending more time at home in recent months due to social distancing rules, and as a recent survey from the real estate experts at HomeLight found, that means home redesign is on the rise as people look to make their homes more pleasant retreats. But while you are making your home a cozier place to spend the winter, why not go for upgrades that are a plus for the planet, too? Here are a few ideas to give your home a new look that are also positive for the environment. 1. Start with what you have You may be tempted to go straight to a homewares store to make everything in your home new and fresh, and donate or toss what you no longer want, but first, consider how you can make use of what you already have. Artwork hanging in your living room might be a better fit in your bedroom. An oversized chair or floor lamp could be moved from an office to a living room. You might be surprised by how rearranging furniture can change the whole look of your home, without introducing anything new. 2. Go second-hand Home decor from the past […]
Tips to revamp your home that are good for the environment too

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