Ten Things to Fix Around The House In The New Year

The new year is a great time to focus on making your house a little better this year. Many people set resolutions about getting in shape or eating better, but doesn’t it make sense to also focus on something as important as your home? It is likely one of your biggest investments and it just makes sense you would want to keep it in good shape. The team at Greenwood Hardware is always ready to help you find just what you need to make your home a little better.

Check out some of the 10 things that probably need a little fixing up around your house.

1. Taking care of the damaged caulking around the tub and shower is easy. It will make the entire bathroom look fresh and clean when you replace the old, cracked caulking with new, bright white caulking.
2. Fixing the screens on your windows is easy and you will appreciate it in the spring when it is time to let the fresh air in.
3. Repainting the spare room or a room in the house that has been neglected will breathe new life into the space.
4. Fixing that leaking faucet in the bathroom will help reduce your water bill. Typically, all that is needed is a new washer, which is a very simple, quick fix.
5. Replacing broken tiles in the kitchen or bathroom can be done in a single weekend. A little grout and mortar and fresh new tiles will give the space a huge face-lift.
6. That cupboard door with a loose or broken hinge can be fixed within minutes. If new hinges are needed, it is a simple fix. If you have a squeaky hinge, a little WD-40 will take care of it.
7. Patching any holes in the drywall can be done with a simple wall repair kit. You won’t have to worry about that unsightly hole in the wall caused by a door opening too hard. Putting a door guard over the area will prevent any additional holes.
8. A loose door knob or striker plate can make closing and opening a door a problem. All it takes is a screwdriver to tighten things up. You can buy a replacement kit for very little if the handle is old or damaged.
9. A squeaky floorboard can be fixed by sprinkling some talcum or baby powder over the area and using a broom to brush it into the cracks. The squeaking will stop!
10. Add felt pads to the legs of your kitchen chairs to keep them from scuffing linoleum or hardwood floors. It is a simple peel and stick job that will keep your floors in good shape.

When you are stuck inside this winter, it is easy to get a little bored. Taking care of all the little things that are often ignored during the busy summer season is one way to pass the time. Head into Greenwood Hardware today to get the supplies you need to take care of those little jobs that have been pushed to the bottom of the to-do list. Come on in, or contact us today.