February Home & Garden Highlights

Here, we outline the topics discussed in the Cape May County Herald’s February 19th Home & Garden section. Read on for summaries of all included articles:
With the recent trend toward brutal winters here in Cape May County, local homeowners are encouraged to increase their homes’ durability and preparedness to weather such a climate. Town Bank Builders shares advice on the best ways to do so here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98566-increase+energy+efficiency+amp+save+big
Believe it or not, heat pump and AC maintenance can be two of spring’s most important tasks, but are often neglected by homeowners. Follow these checklists to ensure that your unit will be in top shape:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98519-add+heatingcooling+system+maintenance+spring+checklist
Springtime will arrive in just one month on Thursday, March 20th! With it will come warmer temperatures, longer days, and more time spent in your home’s outdoor living spaces. Let’s talk backyard makeovers with Murphy Fence Co.:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98518-spring+makeover+your+outdoor+space
It can sometimes be extremely difficult to find a piece of furniture that corresponds perfectly with your existing décor or color scheme. However, Jersey Shore Country Store shopping destination has presented a cost-effective solution to this common problem:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98517-finish+your+own+furniture
With Punxsutawney Phil predicting a longer winter, our thoughts may wander to a warmer, brighter spring. Think spring, think color with these tips from Shore Home Outlet:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98482-think+spring+think+color
One of the most enduring trends in bathroom design of the past decade involves the master bathroom’s evolution from a utilitarian room to a spa-like space. Quality Home Center discusses applications of this trend here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98421-bring+spa+experience+home
“The seasons march on. Soon, there will be late winter days with warm teases of spring. I guarantee it, so does the calendar.” Stan Sperlak of Cape Shore Gardens discusses spring gardening here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/article/home+and+garden/98472-daffodils+and+hibiscus
Our next Home & Garden section will be included in the March 19th edition of the Cape May County Herald. Check out the Home & Garden section of our website to stay up-to-date on these and upcoming topics here:
http://www.capemaycountyherald.com/homeandgarden