Clean the Deck

Remove all grime, pollen, fungus and mildew. Scrub the surface with a deck cleanser or this homemade cleaning formula: Add one cup of powdered laundry detergent to a gallon of hot water.  Then add 1/2 cup of chlorine bleach to kill moss or mildew.

De-Clutter Your Garage

Hardware stores offer a range of affordable shelving solutions. Throw out junk and place keepsakes in labeled shoe boxes, which will stack nicely on shelves. Shelving, stackable racks and boxes can convert a crammed garage into a functional space as opposed to an eye soar and danger zone.

Get Rid of Mold For Good

Examine your ceilings, attic, walls and bathrooms. If you do notice mold, you must identify the source of the mold before repainting. Ask a local contractor for help. When you are ready to repaint use mold growth inhibitor paint made for high moisture areas. Paints with zinc oxide are more resistant to mildew than paint containing titanium dioxide. Paints or primer with linseed oil, water based paints and latex paints are susceptible to mildew. 100% acrylic semi-gloss, high-gloss latex paints, or oil paints are your best bets!

Reseal & Recaulk

Caulk and other sealants safeguard your home against rain and snow at vulnerable points such as cracks and open joints. Winter can rip caulk apart. Scrape out old caulking by using a painter’s five-in-one tool. Clean and disinfect with one-part liquid chlorine bleach in three parts warm water.

If you live in the Chicagoland area and are interested in renovating your home, contact Matt Lederer of Mahogany Builders. Mahogany Builders specializes in kitchens, bathrooms, custom cabinetry, shelving & storage units, fireplaces, lighting and more. The Mahogany staff includes a team of 15- skilled tradesmen, a dedicated construction manager, a project manager, and in house designer to help bring all projects in on time and on budget!  Go to www.MahoganyBuilders.com or call Matt at (312) 804-9955 for more information!

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