10 Things Every Smart Homeowner Should Do Before Summer
Cross these projects off your to-do list just in time for summer fun.
Refurbish your worn-out patio chairs
Add new foam cushioning and upholstery to your old patio chairs to make them look brand new. Get tutorial here
Fix your broken fence posts
Put your wooden fence posts in metal brackets, and set them in cement to prevent having to rip out concrete to fix a broken post in the future. Get tutorial here
Repair your torn screens
Replace your old patio door and window screens with new, clean ones for a nice, clear view of the outdoors. Get tutorial here
Wash your outdoor patio cushions
Sponge a soapy mixture onto your cushions, and then spray them down to avoid sitting on dirty cushions or having to buy new ones. Get tutorial here
Clean your concrete porch
Spray your concrete porch, and then scrub it with a broom to remove the dirt and grime from it. Get tutorial here
Wipe your mirrors and windows
Combine vinegar and rubbing alcohol to concoct a streak-free window cleaner. Get tutorial here
Organize your garage
Free up valuable space on your garage floor by installing rails to hang up your tools and equipment. Get tutorial here
Update your tattered sling chaise lounge chairs
Upcycle a broken trampoline mat to replace the fabric in your outdoor chaise lounge chairs. Get tutorial here
Put shade sails over your patio
Keep your patio out of the sun with shade sails so that you and your family can enjoy your outdoor space without overheating. Get tutorial here
Replace your rattling door handle
Change your uPVC door handle that won’t stop rattling in just 2 minutes. Get tutorial here
