Feb 01 2025 39 mins 2
In this episode of the RepcoLite Home Improvement Show, sponsored by Benjamin Moore, host Dan Hansen delves into combating the winter doldrums through various home improvement projects. Dan discusses the impact of February's long, dark, snowy days and shares insights on how natural light, color psychology, and quick paint projects can boost your mood. From painting the inside of closets and entry doors to painting furniture and stair risers, Dan provides practical, low-cost suggestions to rejuvenate your living space. He also highlights small projects like color-blocking walls and painting the backs of shelves to brighten up any room. The episode wraps up with a call to action to make the most of the winter by planning future projects or starting on spring cleaning.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and February Blues
03:06 Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
04:14 History and Prevalence of SAD
08:30 Natural Light: A Remedy for SAD
13:08 The Power of Paint to Lift Moods
18:37 Small Projects to Brighten Your Home
19:13 Embracing Winter Activities
20:06 Combating Seasonal Affective Disorder with Creative Projects
20:59 Painting the Inside of Your Closet
23:23 Adding Color to Your Entry Door
25:16 Painting the Edge of a Door
28:14 Color Blocking a Wall
30:07 Painting Stair Risers
31:23 Transforming Furniture with Paint
33:23 Brightening Up Shelving and Cabinets
34:38 Painting a Headboard on the Wall
35:51 Planning for Future Projects
38:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
