These Design Trends Are Set To Take Off In 2020

The new year is just around the corner—and with a new year comes new design trends.

But what, exactly, are those trends going to be in 2020? According to home design website Houzz, these are the top 10 design trends that are going to take off in the upcoming year:

• Warmer color palettes
• Wood beams
• Decals for walls and doors
• Arched doorways
• High-gloss, flat panel doors
• Customized storage solutions
• Dark cabinets with brass hardware
• Porcelain slab showers
• A maximalist approach to interior design
• Black, white oak, and stacked brick tile

So, what do these trends mean for you? If you’re thinking about selling your home, keeping your finger on the pulse of what’s going on in the design space is crucial; embracing some of the most up-to-date design trends can help increase your home’s appeal to buyers—and ultimately help it sell.

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4 Maintenance To-Do's when Daylight Savings Ends

With Daylight Savings Time coming to an end, here are 4 easy tasks you should do every year!  

Test your smoke alarms.
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends testing your smoke alarms each month and replacing the batteries at least once a year. They also recommend replacing all smoke alarms every 10 years.

Check outdoor lighting.
Inspect all the wiring and light bulbs on your outdoor lighting. With less daylight, proper lighting outside can help ensure safety and security. There are new, LED, outdoor lighting options that can help save energy.

Check your timers.
Outdoor lighting timers, pool pumps and yard sprinklers need to be seasonally adjusted. Pools in the cooler seasons only need to be on an hour or two to circulate chemicals.

Save energy.
According to the Department of Energy,  upgrading to energy-efficient light bulbs and motion-sensing light switches in places like walk-in closets, dim pantries and hallways consumes 25-80 percent less energy than traditional light bulbs, saving you money on your monthly utility bills.