Category: Apartment Living

The Suite at Watch Factory Lofts

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

Picture yourself relaxing on a private roof deck, taking in a picturesque view of the Charles River this summer.

Now picture yourself doing this in the luxury of your own home in The Suite at Watch Factory Lofts.

Experience this one of a kind, private luxury penthouse suite located in the meticulously renovated Waltham Watch Factory Lofts.  No expense was spared restoring this magnificent building – The Suite features impressive historic architecture including original woodwork and vaulted ceilings.

Nestled in the heart of Waltham, this 2,500 sq. ft penthouse offers easy access to the commuter rail and major highways.

Learn more about amenities, check out beautiful photos and view the floor plan here.

Contact our leasing team to schedule a tour of this amazing suite.

6 Ways to Save on Your Next Summer Barbecue

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

With July 4th right around the corner, we’re officially in “summer barbecue season!” Don’t break the bank by hosting an outdoor party with your friends this year. Follow these great, money-saving tips to have fun and stick to your budget.

 

  1. Don’t offer too many different meat options. Stick with two choices for your guests instead of spending the money of several different grilled choices.

 

  1. Make a punch or signature drink and put it in a punch bowl or large drink container. That way you aren’t buying ingredients to make all different types of summer cocktails.

 

  1. Make enough food but not TOO much food. Ask guests to RSVP so you know how much food to prepare without overspending.

 

  1. Don’t be afraid to ask guests to bring something. If someone offers to bring an appetizer or dessert let them!

 

  1. Use a beverage stand and fill it with ice water for your guests. This is a cheaper option than offering bottled water.

 

  1. Borrow items from your friends. Don’t purchase any extra coolers or chairs for the party when your friends can bring theirs along.

 

6 Tips For Keeping Your Home Clean With Pets

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

At Princeton we love pets and we know our residents do too! Keeping a home clean is tough and adding pets to the mix makes the work load even tougher. Use these tips to keep your home squeaky clean for your whole family (including the 4 legged members!)

 

  1. Get your pets groomed regularly so they aren’t shedding as often on the furniture or carpets.

 

  1. Sweep and vacuum your floors daily to avoid letting pet hair build up.

 

  1. Use the attachment on your vacuum (or even a lint roller) to remove pet hair from furniture.

 

  1. Pet hair doesn’t always stay on the ground and on the couch. Make sure to dust your furniture regularly too.

 

  1. Make sure your pets paws are clean after going outside by keeping a towel by the door to wipe them.

 

  1. Keep plenty of cleaning supplies handy to clean up after messes or accidents immediately after they happen.

3 Tips for Cleaning Patio Furniture

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

It looks like spring might be here to stay (fingers crossed the snow is gone for the season)! Warmer weather means spending more time outdoors so it’s time to pull out the patio furniture. Depending on the type you have or what you need to clean, there are different ways to get them ready for the upcoming season.

 

  1. If you have mildew on your furniture, put some white vinegar in a spray bottle. By spraying the surface of the furniture you should be able to easily wipe away the mildew and the vinegar should also keep it from growing back.

 

  1. If your white, plastic lawn chairs are looking dingy try using bleach to get them looking their best. Mix ½ cup of bleach with a gallon of water and a little detergent. Wash the chairs with the solution and then towel dry.

 

  1. If your patio furniture is made of a more sensitive material, try using baking soda to get it clean. Wet a sponge then dip it into some baking soda. Wipe the stains with a circular motion until clean.

5 Tips for Keeping a Clean Bathroom

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

It’s probably everyone’s least favorite room in the house to clean, but it also needs it the most! Stop stressing about having a tidy bathroom by following these tips. They don’t take much time and your bathroom will never have a chance to get filthy!

 

  1. Choose one day a week to give the bathroom a deep clean. Put on your gloves and pull out the cleaning solvents to make your shower, tub and toilet sparkle.

 

  1. Once a week when you’re doing laundry, pull all of your bathroom linens (i.e. hand towels, rugs) and get them clean.

 

  1. Every morning take a couple minutes to wipe down the sink and faucet. Add it to your morning routine after you’ve brushed your teeth and it will keep your sink free from soap scum and toothpaste!

 

  1. Bathroom trash can be forgotten, especially if it’s hidden under a vanity. Don’t let yours overflow. Use a plastic grocery bag to line your trash can and pull the whole bag out and add it to your kitchen trash before you bring it outside.

 

  1. Sometimes we tend to forget about the floors in the bathroom too. Once a week (maybe when you’re doing laundry), pull out your swiffer or mop and wash your bathroom floors. That way you can lay bathroom rugs back onto a clean floor after they’ve been washed.

15 Things to Throw Away Today

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

January is a great time to refresh and reorganize things in your home. When you’re trapped inside on cold, snowy weekends why not use the time to get rid of some items that are causing clutter? If you can’t seem to figure out where to start, read below for a list of 15 items to get rid of right now!

 

  1. Newspapers and magazines you have already read
  2. Receipts that you don’t need
  3. Ticket stubs
  4. Any damaged clothing you can’t fix
  5. Expired food from your pantry
  6. Old paperwork or bills that don’t need to be filed
  7. Toiletries that are almost empty or have expired
  8. Manuals for electronics you don’t use or need
  9. Worn-out shoes
  10. Old or outdated computer software
  11. Books you’ve already read
  12. Toys your children or pets don’t play with
  13. Stained Tupperware
  14. Old bath towels
  15. Medicines that are expired or almost empty (make sure to dispose of properly)

5 Holiday Items to Buy Now

Posted on by Shannon Rooks

The holidays are behind us and the last thing on everyone’s mind is preparing for next year’s festivities. Before packing away your holiday boxes for storage, pick up some of these items that are sure to be on sale. When next year rolls around you’ll be so glad you did!

 

  1. Wrapping paper and gift bags – when it’s time to wrap your holiday gifts next year you’ll be thrilled when you open a storage container full of gift wrapping supplies that you scored for next to nothing!
  2. Holiday Cards – When the holidays are over, most stores sell their remaining holiday cards for over 70% off! Pick up a couple boxes for a few dollars next time you’re out and have them on hand for mailing in 2017!
  3.  Artificial Christmas trees – If you’re thinking of putting up a fake tree next year or if yours needs an upgrade, buy it now! You won’t see these discounted until Black Friday next year and even then, they can typically be sold out at most stores.
  4. Ornaments and Decor – Usually around the holidays you’ll see ornament shops pop up at malls for the season. Once the holidays are over, they mark down all of their goods before they close up shop for the year. This is a great time to pick up some items you realized you were missing in your home this year or gifts for your friends.
  5. Lights – String lights are marked down over 50% after the holidays and it’s the perfect time to stock up! You can pick up a few boxes to store away for next year’s decor or replace any that may have broken after this season.