When you are deciding on a New Year’s Resolution for 2023, lots of personal goals might cross your mind (or your social media page). Maybe you want to lose weight, spend more time with family, take better care of your hair, or advance your career.

But while you’re trying to figure out the best ways to improve your happiness, health, and wellness going into 2023, don’t forget to think about how you can make your home better, too. After all, your family and you spend a lot of time in your house all throughout the year. Making the space more comfortable and efficient is just as important as taking care of your own body and mind. It can help you feel good and even improve your monthly bills.

New Year’s is a great time to get started on home improvement projects, but you don’t have to start with making major renovations or adding new rooms. Instead, you can start small and still see major progress over time. Let’s go over just a few ideas for new year’s resolutions for 2023 that will improve your home, leaving you happier, healthier, and with more money in your pocket.

Improve Energy Efficiency

Improving your home's energy efficiency will both save money, help save the environment, and improve your whole family's comfort throughout your house. While you might have energy-efficient Energy Star appliances already, there are likely further measures you can take to increase the energy efficiency of your home. With the money saved each month, you can bolster your bank account or put it toward other projects.

One of the best ways to improve energy efficiency and save money is to seal up drafty windows, doors, and other gaps with a strong and resilient sealant like 100% silicone. Seals you put in long ago are subject to daily wear and tear, so the New Year is also a great time to check those areas and ensure they don’t need any upkeep. For all of your silicone sealant needs, be sure to check out a reputable silicon sealant dealer like Silicone Depot.

Replace Outdated Appliances

Most household appliances last anywhere from 10 to 20 years - but when was the last time you replaced your refrigerator, oven, washing machine, or dryer? If you’ve noticed wear and tear on your appliances over the years, New Year’s is a great time to start fresh with some new ones. Your appliances will not only function better, but they will also be less prone to experiencing errors.

Even if your appliances aren’t 10 to 20 years old quite yet, it might be a good idea to replace them if they are not Energy Star models. Purchasing Energy Star appliances offers you multiple benefits including higher efficiency, lower energy bills, and more environmentally friendly everyday usage.

While this might be one of our costliest recommendations on the list, it will save you a ton of money in the long run, especially if you are replacing old, outdated appliances that are not energy-efficient.

Clear Out That Clutter

You don’t need to wait until springtime to start your spring cleaning routine; in fact, it’s a better idea to get started earlier so you can go into spring with a fresh start and an open mind. Whether you have several drawers stuffed full of random notes, a spare toolbox overflowing with random tools, or a chair with three weeks' worth of laundry lying on it, it’s time to address those things in the New Year. If you start by clearing out the clutter that gets in your way, you’ll likely find it a lot easier and more approachable to move on to other projects, such as resealing areas with silicone or deep cleaning neglected areas.

Once you’ve decluttered your house, you can take an inventory of all of your most important items and where they are located. You might want to keep a binder that lists all of the critical appliances in your house, their locations, as well as the locations of any tools or other materials that may be needed to fix them. This will not only make it easier for you to keep up with everything you own and all of the tools you need for your home improvement projects, it will also make it easier for any friends or family members to help you out since they’ll know exactly where your tools are found.

Check Bathroom And Kitchen Seals

Most of your kitchen and bathroom appliances require the use of silicone caulk to create a watertight seal, preventing leaks. Silicone can last for a long time, but you’ll still need to reseal your appliances every now and then. Be sure to check the seals on your appliances every once and a while - or make a habit of doing it every new year.

Using a Mildew resistant RTV Silicone Sealant is the best idea, since it can be used in areas of high moisture - like kitchens and bathrooms and even outdoor areas - without cracking or otherwise being damaged. 100% silicone not only looks better than the alternatives but lasts longer, too.

Improve Indoor Air Quality

According to the EPA, most people spend about 90% of their time indoors - but indoors, pollutants are 2 to 5 times more concentrated than outdoors. As a result, spending a lot of time indoors can have a negative impact on your health both in the short term and in the long run. To combat the negative effects of spending so much time indoors, you should consider improving your indoor air quality.

Thankfully, improving the air quality in your home is not as hard as it may seem, even if you live in an urban area where the air outside might also be heavily polluted. You can purchase a HEPA air filter, which will filter out pollutants - including smoke particles, virus particles, dust, and others - and significantly improve your home’s air quality.

In addition to purchasing a HEPA air filter, there are lots of everyday things you can do around your home to improve the air quality in almost every room, from your bedroom to your kitchen to your living room. It is important to check your vents regularly and change the filters every 3 months; you can change them more often if they become dirty faster, so the more often you check them, the better. You can make it your New Year’s resolution to not only check your vents and filters every new year but also to check them monthly throughout the year to prevent any damage to your system.

Silicone Depot is Here to Help

Your New Year’s Resolution for 2023 should include home improvement in some way since the home is where the heart is. But not every helpful project requires a big savings account and detailed savings plan. Instead, consider small, yet meaningful projects like resealing worn-out seals or buying new appliances. Whether you’re fixing up old appliances or bringing in new ones, it’s a great idea to bring some silicone caulk along with you to help you create watertight seals and fill in any gaps.

For all of your home improvement needs going into 2023, look no further than Silicone Depot. If you want to learn more about us and what we can do for you, be sure to check out our product catalog to see what other tools and accessories we offer!

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