12 Things Polish Grandmothers Did to the House Before the First Frost

If you want to prepare your home for winter, winterize home on a budget, and get your home ready for winter without hiring help, this video breaks down 12 simple October rituals Polish grandmothers did every year.

Zofia shares how to go from summer house to winter house in one October, with practical do it yourself steps for old houses, small homes, and anyone who wants to learn how to save money on heating.

What you will learn in this video:

1. Wash the windows one last time for winter light
2. Swap summer curtains for heavy winter curtains to block cold
3. Change cotton bedding to warm flannel for cold nights
4. Bring fragile plants inside before hard frost
5. Air the down duvet and make up the winter bed
6. Hang the last herbs to dry in the pantry
7. Store summer clothes with wormwood and lavender against moths
8. Bank leaves or straw around the foundation to keep floors warmer
9. Oil door hinges and wooden doors before wet cold
10. Have the chimney swept and the piec checked for safety
11. Put down heavy winter rugs and runners for warmth
12. Make the oiled sand bucket to clean and protect garden tools

Perfect for Americans over 60, homeowner tips for seniors, first time homeowner tips, frugal living families, and anyone focused on home maintenance, home improvement, and winter preparedness.

Which one did your family do? Comment your number 1 to 12 below.

#prepareyourhomeforwinter #winterizehome #frugalliving