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