Brighten Up Your Home with These Spring Cleaning Tips from Smith Douglas Communities

Spring has officially arrived in metro Atlanta, making now the perfect time to get your home in tip-top shape! Smith Douglas Communities, a new home builder in metro Atlanta, has compiled this great list of tips to help you clean the often overlooked areas of your home:

1.       Wait to wash your windows on a cloudy day. If it’s too sunny, the cleaner can dry too quickly and leave your windows streaky.

2.       To clean up the mess in your microwave that weeks of reheating food can leave, heat a bowl of vinegar and water inside for about 10 minutes. Then, wipe down the inside of the microwave for a sparkling clean finish.

3.       To refresh a hard working washing machine, run it without clothing or other items inside with bleach. Then, run it a second time with vinegar for a sparkling clean machine!

4.       Refrigerators accumulate dust just like any other item in your home. The condenser coils, which are usually located in the back of your refrigerator or behind the toe grill, can collect too much dust, causing them to overheat. Clean the coils with your vacuum cleaner attachments or a long-handled bottle brush.

5.       If your coffee cups have built up brown stains after years of use, don’t get rid of them. Instead, wet the cup, sprinkle on baking soda and mix them together to form a paste. Continue to rub the paste to allow it to release the stains, then rinse and wash the cups as usual.

6.       If your stove burners have blackened after lots of use, don’t waste your time and energy scrubbing them. Instead, place them in large zip-lock bags and add enough diluted ammonia to immerse them. Be sure to wear gloves to protect your hands when you are handling the ammonia. Set the bags outside overnight to keep the smell outdoors, and then rinse them in the morning.

7.       Although you regularly change your sheets, have you ever thought about cleaning your mattress? Mix baking soda with lavender oil and spread it all over your mattress. Wait an hour and then vacuum the baking soda up. Your mattress will be like new, and it will smell heavenly when you lay down for bed!

8.       Don’t try to dust your lampshades with feather dusters or damp cloths. Instead, just rub a lint roller across it. It will easily pick up all of the dust without spreading it around or damaging your lamp shade.

9.       Cabinets and baseboards can be a chore to clean in any home, no matter how big or small it is. Use a sponge or sponge map and dishwashing soap to scrub them clean, and then dry the insides with a clean cloth.

1.   If your ceiling fan is caked in dust, take an old pillowcase and slip it around the fan blades. Rub it back and forth until it has collected all of the dust, and then toss the pillow case in the laundry.

If you are searching for a new home in metro Atlanta, then Smith Douglas Communities has a wide variety of homes to choose from. Backed by more than 40 years of experience, Smith Douglas Communities is committed to providing home buyers with quality-built, affordable homes that showcase stunning designs and luxurious features. For more information on the new homes from Smith Douglas Communities, visit www.SmithDouglas.com. 

RSVP Now for Tomorrow’s Grand Opening

See why Cherokee County home builder Smith Douglas Communities’ Chestnut floor plan took Gold at the 2013 OBIEs by attending our Cherokee Reserve open house luncheon Tuesday, February 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Enjoy a gourmet lunch catered by Bear’s Best and discover why Cherokee Reserve is the right community for your family.

Cherokee Reserve has large, open homes that feature gorgeous views while still just being minutes from all that Canton offers for dining and entertainment. Homes are priced from the $190,000s with four to six bedrooms available in five unique floor plans.

The Chestnut plan used for the model home presents homeowners with five bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms, which gives everyone a space to call their own. Growing families can also utilize an option for a sixth bedroom and a fourth bathroom.

Family meals cooked in the gourmet kitchen can be enjoyed in the nearby breakfast space or in the more formal separate dining room. For those who love to entertain, the large family room is perfect for gatherings, parties or cheering on your favorite team. The hallway leading from the foyer is the perfect place to display family photos or art. Relax after meals in the living room or catch up on a book in the study.

Upstairs, two walk-in closets give the owner’s suite an abundance of storage space, and there’s no better way to relax than in a bubble bath in the garden tub. A walk-in shower and dual vanity sinks round out the luxurious owner’s bathroom. Four bedrooms and two more bedrooms finish out the second floor.

See it all yourself Tuesday, but don’t forget to RSVP! Call 678-316-3776 or email CherokeeReserve@smithdouglas.com. The model home is located at 125 Cherokee Reserve Circle, Canton, GA, 30115. Find out today why these new homes in Cherokee County are so in demand by calling the community sales agent, Kelley Boatwright, at 770-213-8953, or visiting www.SmithDouglas.com.

Food and Fun Never Far Away at Woodstock Village

For home buyers looking to live near the best that Cherokee County has to offer, Smith Douglas Communities provides beautiful homes conveniently located off of Highway 92 at its Woodstock Village community.

Priced from the $150,000s, these new homes in Woodstock are situated near some of the best shops, restaurants and schools in metro Atlanta. The new Outlet Shoppes of Atlanta, a 370,000 square foot, open-air outlet center is a 10-minute drive up I-575. Additionally, downtown Woodstock, known for its eclectic mix of unique restaurants and locally-owned shops, is less than five miles away from Woodstock Village. What better way to spend a Saturday than shopping and dining with friends just 10 minutes from your front door?

Children living in Woodstock Village attend River Ridge High School in the award-winning Cherokee County School System. The system was named a top 10 district in the nation each of the last six years.

Spacious homes at Woodstock Village feature three to four bedrooms with two-and-a-half bathrooms. The elegance of each home is apparent upon entering with vaulted ceilings, arched entryways and crown molding. Gorgeous kitchens are great for cooking large meals while friends and family mingle in the spacious family rooms.

Exteriors of the homes are just as stunning with brick or stone accents that perfectly complement the glass front doors. Fully sodded yards add to the beautiful curb appeal and are perfect for kids to play outside after school.

Homes in Woodstock Village are also built to be energy efficient. Two-zoned heating and air conditioning units with separate thermostats for each floor and solid vinyl insulated windows are just a few features that will keep power bills lower throughout the year.

Those interested in these Woodstock homes for sale are encouraged to check out the model home today at 130 Village Trail in Woodstock. It’s open Monday – Saturday 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. and Sunday 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. For more information on available new homes at Woodstock Village, visit www.smithdouglas.com.

Model Home Opens with Award-Winning Floor Plan

Smith Douglas is proud to open its newest model home at Cherokee Reserve in Canton. Featuring the builder’s OBIE award-winning floor plan, the Chestnut, the model is sure to be a buyer favorite!

The Chestnut has 3,377 square feet, five bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths with an option for a sixth bedroom and fourth bath. With an open layout, the main level has tons of space and is perfect for entertaining guests. The foyer is adjacent to a living room with a kitchen and dining room just down the hall. A large family room is great for watching the big game with plenty of room to cheer on that favorite team.  There is also a half bath that can be upgraded and a study that can be converted into another bedroom.

Upstairs, enjoy a luxurious master suite with his and hers walk-in closets and a large master bathroom. There is also a loft and three bedrooms.

Additionally, the home has a two-car garage and a gorgeous outdoor living space. Outside, a patio is ready and waiting just off the kitchen. Grab a coffee and sit outside to watch the sunrise. It’s the perfect way to start the morning.

These Cherokee County homes for sale are also surrounded by great amenities. The Cherokee County School System is one of the best in the state, with strong test scores at every level. Restaurants, both chain and local, are just a few minutes away. Catch a football game on one of the many TVs at locally-owned Bedoe’s Bar & Grille, or enjoy breakfast at Sugar Pike Junction.

Prices for homes at Cherokee Reserve start in the $190,000s and are available for pre-sale now. Find more information at www.smithdouglas.com, or call agent Kelley Boatwright at 678-316-3776 to see how you can reserve your lot today.

Enjoy a Winter Wonderland Near Woodstock New Homes This December

The city sidewalks of Woodstock are decked out in holiday style just in time for an array of special holiday events this December. Here's a look at what you and your family can enjoy near your Woodstock new home this month:

• Christmas on Main: The spirit of Christmas is in the air on Main Street for this special holiday Friday Night Live on Friday, December 6. Shop for the perfect holiday gift, enjoy a meal with family and friends and catch a glimpse of Santa!
• Christmas Jubilee Parade of Lights: The parade will be held on Saturday, December 7 beginning at 5:30 p.m. The parade will start at the old Wal-Mart/Furniture for Less store on Highway 92 and travel north on Main Street to Woodstock Elementary school. Afterwards, visit with Santa at the Park at City Center, and enjoy a free moonwalk, marshmallow roast, holiday vendors and much more.
• Santa's Mailbox: Drop off your letter to Santa from December 7 through 16 at the Park at City Center. Just before Christmas, you'll receive a personalized letter back from the jolly man himself!
• The Little Drummer Boy: Enjoy this family friendly story of Daniel who receives a handmade drum for this birthday before traveling to Bethlehem where he meets Mary, Joseph and the Three Wise Men. Presented by the Elm Street Cultural Arts Village, shows will be held at City Center Auditorium on Sunday December 8, 15 and 22. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 at the door.
• Visit with Santa: Kris Kringle will park his sleigh at the Woodstock Visitors Center on Saturday, December 14 from 1 to 2 p.m. Kids can enjoy having their picture taken and sharing their Christmas wish list!
• A Christmas Carol: Help Scrooge learn the true meaning of Christmas during this holiday classic. A free performance (with canned good donation) will be held Saturday, December 14 at 2 p.m. at the City Center Auditorium. Other show dates include December 20, 21, 23 and 24. Tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door.

If a metro Atlanta new home in Cherokee County is on your holiday wish list this year, Smith Douglas Communities has the magic elves to make it happen. With seven communities in Cherokee County, including some with Atlanta homes priced under 200k, you're bound to find a new home and community that is your dream come true.

Visit the Smith Douglas Communities website at www.SmithDouglas.com or call 770-485-7086 to learn more.

New Model for Woodstock, GA Homes Now Open

Before you make one of the biggest decisions and purchases of your lifetime, you want to make sure you are fully informed. For buyers of Smith Douglas Communities' affordable homes in Atlanta, getting all of the information you need to make the right decision is easy. Not only does the Atlanta home builder have a fully trained team of experts ready to answer any questions you may have and an easy to use website, but you can also tour model homes and speak with representatives on site at many of their communities. In fact, one of their most popular communities of Woodstock, GA homes just opened the doors of its brand new model home for buyers to tour.

The Manchester model at this community of Cherokee County homes for sale is located on home site 19. Featuring three bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms, this home is completely loaded with lots of features and finishes. Outside, you are greeted by a stone and Hardi fiber cement siding exterior and two-car garage. Inside, the foyer leads to a large family room which is also open to the kitchen with breakfast bar that is perfect for casual dining. Upstairs, the home offers a laundry room, large secondary bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and a luxurious owner's suite with large walk-in closet and sitting area.

This community of metro Atlanta new homes offers buyers the choice of four distinct two-story floor plans with three to four bedrooms and two-and-a-half bathrooms priced from the $150,000s. Standard features of these homes include brick and stone accented exteriors, lush wall to wall carpeting with padding and premium no-wax vinyl floors, luxurious owner's bathrooms with separate garden tubs, large secondary bedrooms with vaulted ceilings, ceiling fans in the family room and master bedrooms and much more.

Woodstock Village offers residents easy access to I-575 and GA 400, and is just minutes from the shopping, dining and entertainment available at Main Street Woodstock. Other attractions near these homes in metro Atlanta include The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, Woodlands Park, Dupree Park and Towne Lake Hills Golf Club.

Children residing in the community will attend Little River Elementary, Mill Creek Middle and River Ridge High.

To learn more about Smith Douglas' affordable Atlanta new homes at Woodstock Village, call 404-867-4055. The model home is located at 130 Village Trail in Woodstock, and is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 6 p.m.