Upgrading certain aspects of your home will inevitably become necessary, as your needs change throughout the years. With technology becoming more and more an integral part of your life, there will be a need to update some of its features so that it can continue to serve you well for years to come.
Most homeowners dislike change, though. Cost is a major factor—they may be under the impression that bringing their home into the 21st century involves expensive renovations. Fortunately, this is far from true. Here are a few easy ways to bring your home into the future without the hassle and high cost associated with improving it:
Help yourself stay connected
According to the latest statistics, most people spend a third of their waking hours on their phones or viewing some type of screen, be it a handheld tablet or on their computers. In addition to accessing information, users stay in touch with their loved ones on their mobile devices, do most of their shopping online, and entertain themselves with games and media.
All of these devices require charging to stay powered. Make it easier to keep your phones, tablets, and even laptops on a full charge with a floor lamp with USB charger, such as the Avery Advanced Floor Lamp With Shelves & USB-C Charging Station from ATAMIN.
This modern floor lamp with USB charger is a beautiful and functional charging station that is equipped with 2 fast charging ports: 1 USB-A and 1 USB-C, so that you can easily plug in all of your mobile devices. It also has a built-in AC outlet, bringing the number of inputs up to 3.
Focus on energy efficiency
Energy efficiency is a major consideration that any homeowner should be prioritizing when it comes to choosing fixtures and appliances. Fuel prices are skyrocketing, and electricity and heating bills are rising with them. Proper energy efficiency also helps reduce a home’s carbon footprint, as it consumes less fossil fuels to keep the home functional and its inhabitants comfortable.
Switching to LED light fixtures is one of the easiest ways to move your home towards better energy efficiency. According to Energy.gov, residential LEDs, especially those that have been ENERGY STAR rated, use at least 75% less energy while lasting 25 times longer than their incandescent counterparts. This translates to instant savings for you and is better for the environment as a whole.
The aforementioned Avery floor lamp with USB charger is equipped with an easily replaceable LED bulb that doesn’t draw too much power without sacrificing illumination. Other options from ATAMIN include the Aria Charging Floor Lamp and the Alvis Edge Charger Edition Lamp, both equipped with the same charging station as the Avery. Similarly, they too make use of LED lights for less power consumption.
Prioritize sustainability
Green building materials and furniture made out of recycled or reclaimed materials are a great way to alleviate growing concerns about pollution, plastic waste, and the scarcity of natural resources. Using or choosing materials like bamboo, cork, reclaimed wood, and reclaimed steel when renovating or redecorating your home can actually cost less than buying new.
With ATAMIN, it’s lit–in more ways than one. Browse their catalog today for more modern, eco-friendly, and energy-efficient lighting solutions to suit your home.
