Monsoons may seem to be a great time to get drenched in the rain, to sit lazily by the window and watch the rain drops fall, or to simply enjoy a hot cup of tea. But the monsoons are also those times when the day may turn boring, dull and gloomy. The decor at home ...

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2. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These Rainy
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3. Monsoons may seem to be a great time to get drenched in the rain,
to sit lazily by the window and watch the rain drops fall, or to simply
enjoy a hot cup of tea. But the monsoons are also those times when
the day may turn boring, dull and gloomy. The décor at home also
goes for a toss. There are washed clothes that don’t dry quickly; kids
get their muddy footprints all across the house, and the dark indoors
can bring the mood down a bit.

4. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days.
• Bed Linen
• Candles & Fragrances
• Color Therapy
• Green Homes
• Curtains & Drapes
• Flowers
• Baskets & Doormats

5. • Bedspread, duvet, pillows, cushions etc.; all need to be chosen wisely.
Since the overcast skies can cast a dull grey tone your home, go for
bright and vibrant colors, where yellow, orange and green are the
preferred. Lighter shades can maximize the light available inside home
and enliven the space. Avoid darker shades, and at the same time, do
not choose white or beige colours for your bed linen. They tend to be
difficult to clean if they get mud on it. Make the bedroom warm by
adding pillows and cushions on the bed.
• Make sure you place some candles and mild fragrances to keep away
the moist smell from your home. Keep them handy on your coffee
tables or side tables, so that you can light them up in the evenings.
Also, monsoon means more power cuts. This can be tackled by
aromatic candles that will serve both aromatic and lighting purposes.
7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days.

6. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days

7. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days
• Bright colours through the usage of cushions and rugs will make you
enjoy the monsoon in a true sense. Now invite your family and friends,
get that warm feeling with vibrant colours around your home and get on
with endless rounds of laughter, chatter and coffee.
• One advantage of rains is the greenery around. So bring the outdoors in…
literally! You can place indoor plants in attractive pots and containers in
the corners of your home. Plants will give a brighter appearance to the
room.
• Also certain plants like the common money plant, Bamboo shoots or
even Syngonium can even be grown in water. Try keeping them on the
shelves or window sill of your bathroom. They will not only be helpful in
controlling the odour, but also bring in positive energy.

8. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days

9. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days.
• Monsoon is the best time to bring about a change in window
fashion. Heavy curtains during this time are a big NO-NO. The lighter
ones ensure ample sunlight inside home, providing privacy at the
same time. The heavy curtains tend to get damp too, and leave a
musty feeling in the room.
• Remember those tall vases (uruli) which are lying unused? Ask your
local florist to deliver some flowers like red roses, geraniums, lilies
etc. and arrange the flowers attractively in the vase. Not only does
this act as a stress buster and mood reliever, it also enlivens your
space.

10. Baskets & Doormats.

11. 7 Ways To Keep Your Home ‘Fresh’ In These
Rainy Days.
Do not forget to keep a tall basket or a designated storage option for the
wet rain gear in your foyer or near the entrance. Umbrellas/ raincoats can
be neatly placed in them so that one does not forget to take it while going
out. A good doormat should be placed near the entrance to absorb the
slush or water that guests might bring in.
Avoid darker shades, and at the same time, do not choose white or beige
colours for your bed linen. They tend to be difficult to clean if they get
mud on it. Make the bedroom warm by adding pillows and cushions on
the bed.