Ten-Minute Tricks to Freshen Your Space

You’re thinking flower bulbs, right? Not a bad idea, but we’re talking about light bulbs. Ward says many of us aren’t using our lights properly. "In the winter, you need more light," Ward says. But in the spring you can get away with less. Swap your 60-watt bulb with a 3-way bulb to allow you to soften light in a room, she says. "It really makes a difference to have the flexibility." Look into energy-efficient bulbs, which may cost more than a standard bulb, but last longer and can cut down electric bills.