Don’t let that eye-sore ruin your picture perfect lawn

We all see the bulky air conditioning units as an eye sore and have given up on making that side of the house look good. While having air conditioning in Jacksonville is a luxury that makes the summer days more comfortable and survivable, having that giant metal unit on the side of our house is kind of a bummer. Not to mention, the thermostat in our house that bugs us to look at, no matter where it is located in the house, it never seems to look like it belongs. That’s why we are here to suggest some DIY projects to hide or decorate these spots in your home.

AC Unit—Hide it Away!

There are some clever ways to “hide” your unit for air conditioning in Jacksonville outside your house. We found the most appealing and simple ways to do it. The idea is to create a fence around it—the way you design it is up to you and your capabilities (You might need someone handy for this one). One option is to go for the simple picket fence, making sure there is an opening to get to it. Another option it to build a simple partition to cover it. This way is probably the simplest, as it requires less work and less wood if it’s just one wall. If you want a more elaborate design, you can create a barrier around the AC unit with a double function—potholders! You can add hooks around the fence or partition you have created to hang plants off of the edges!

Thermostat—Bling it Out

Don’t forget about that thermostat in your home! We found some ways to spruce it up a little bit if you find it doesn’t fit along with your home’s décor and style. The first way to work around the thermostat in your home is to simply cover it! You can place a shelving unit under it and place a photo frame over the thermostat—simply lift the frame up when you need to adjust the temperature in your home. The second thing to do is to find a pretty or interesting picture frame that is big enough to go around it. Simply hang the picture frame with the thermostat inside. This will make it a little more decorated and still make the thermostat easily accessible. This last idea is a little more complex but is definitely the most decorative. Create a crate with a hinged door around the thermostat. You can use the crate as a shelf and put a picture frame or any other décor on top. The door will allow you to still access the thermostat while keeping it hidden when it’s not needed.

Final Note

These projects are really customizable to your style and taste in décor! Make it your own with extra flair, like your favorite paint colors or some intricate designs. With our DIY tips, your air conditioning in Jacksonville will be a little more suitable for your decorative needs.

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