Ways to Improve Your Sleep at Your Union Flats Apartments

Getting a good night’s sleep is an important part of health and wellness. These days it seems harder than ever to get the rest we need. Apartment living, work stress, relationships, and, of course, COVID-19 have made it more difficult than ever to have high-quality, deep, and restorative sleep. The good news is that at your Union Flats, there are products and tips that make it easy to sleep like a pro.

Get a Good Night’s Sleep in Your Union Flats Apartment

Many things contribute to making an apartment the ideal place to find great sleep. Open floor plans, spacious bedrooms, and comfortable surroundings can help you unwind and relax. The Avenue’s pet-friendly policy can help you snuggle up with a favorite furry pet to help you relax and sleep well. The fitness center can help you release your stress. The modern kitchen can help you feel relaxed and healthy in your food planning needs. 

Look at The Union Flats amenities page for more information. Enjoy relaxing at the pool or getting some laps in to help tire you out. Knowing that there is ample parking so it’s less stressful when you get home is also helpful. Find ways to relax by reading a book in your apartment or drinking a soothing cup of herbal tea.

Tips Before Going to Bed

Restful sleep impacts health and wellbeing. Poor sleep is linked to higher body weight, reduced concentration, and unhappiness. A good night’s sleep promotes the immune system, better moods, and a stronger heart.  Here are some key tips you should try before going to bed:

  • Try to reduce long naps during the day
  • Try to wake up at the save time every day
  • Try a natural melatonin supplement

Products for a Restful Sleep

If you have trouble finding that perfect sleep, don’t worry there are some great products that can help. Sleep could be dependent on your mattress. Today, there are a wide variety of styles of mattress and it’s important to find the right style for you. There are natural sleep aids like melatonin, which can help you make you drowsy and sleep deeper. The ambient noise from the fan can also help you relax. If you need to pick up these products, then you can typically find them online or at a local store. Some of the local stores can be found at Hollywood & Highland and the Melrose Ave Shopping District. 

Sleep is important to your health and the quality of sleep can really impact your overall wellness. Choosing the right apartment can help you find a lifestyle that makes finding higher quality sleep easier. There are some easy tips that you can do to fall asleep easier every night, and there are some great products that can help. Enjoy counting those sheep!

 

Spring Cleaning in Eco-Friendly Ways

Wellness has never been more important than it is today. Living in a tidy and organized home can have a major impact on your emotional and physical health. We have all spent 2020 cooped up at home and many of us have probably let things slip. Let’s make 2021 a fresh start with a great spring cleaning in your The Union Flats Apartments.

The Mental Health Benefits of a Clean Home

There are clear and measurable mental health benefits of a clean home. A clean home relieves stress. Recent studies have shown that people who regularly spend time cleaning their homes are more relaxed and happier than people that don’t. Clean homes boost productivity. Experts agree that keeping your home organized with everything in its place has a significant impact on personal productivity. Clean homes can help you stay active. Studies show that people who spend time cleaning their homes exercise more often than people that don’t.

Ways to Go Green with Your Cleaning Process

Most of us want a clean home without contributing unnecessarily to climate change, so it’s very important that we follow green practices during our spring cleaning. The good news is that there are several easy tips you can follow to do just that. First, since many products are not safe for kids or pets, make sure you are using basic safety when storing and handling cleaning products. With that out of the way, it’s important to target green cleaning products. Baking soda is great as a gritty base for scrubbing. Vinegar is great as a disinfectant and for loosening dirt. Lemon juice is also a powerful disinfectant and it’s excellent with grease. As a pro tip, you can use all three together. Adding lemon or vinegar activates baking soda with a mild acid to really improve its cleaning power.

Local Stores for Cleaning Material or Cleaning Services for Hire

Things are starting to open up in Oakland in 2021! Target and Walmart are chock full of great cleaning materials. Need a hand with your spring cleaning? Check out Berry Cleaning and their 5 Star Reviews. They are a solid local cleaning service.

Spring 2021 is going to be all about a fresh start, which starts with a clean home. Having a clean home will really help with your mental and emotional health. This year, you can have one without hurting the environment and visiting your local stores will help them get off to a strong start, too. Have a great time making that clean, orderly, and organized house a reality this year!

New Year, New Possibilities

It’s time to say goodbye to 2020 and say hello to 2021! With some planning, a little work, and a great attitude this can be your best year ever. Check out these can’t miss ideas to make the most out of 2021. This is a new year with new possibilities at the Union Flats Apartments.

Personal Goals to Set for the Year

Every year we tend to focus on what we can do better and that certainly is true for 2021. The New Year is a time for goal setting, for doing new things, and for making sure we improve the important things. Here are some of our favorite goals for 2021. First, learn a new skill, what could be better than investing in yourself? Money is always a challenge, so be sure to create a monthly budget.

Perhaps it’s time to stop streaming shows and movies and start reading more, so try to read 12 new books this year. Start the day off right by creating and sticking to a new morning routine. Many of us probably picked up some bad habits in 2020, so be sure to eliminate one.

We have all been separated by COVID-19, so be sure to spend less time online and more time reconnecting to friends and family. For the adventurers, travel to a new place and start a travel journal. No matter what you choose, make sure to focus on a goal that makes this version of you the best version ever! For many of us, celebrating the holidays this year will probably have to be done at home.

Apartment/Home Goals 

There are so many ways to get your apartment ready for the New Year. We all know it’s important to make a good first impression and this year that’s truer than ever. Time to throw out the old and bring in the new. Get rid of the clutter and organize your workspaces. Since you may still be working at home or your children may still be attending school from home, then it’s time to reorganize the areas around your home to help with productivity.

Organizing your living spaces and workspaces can help you to destress and we could all definitely use less stress in the new year. Take the time to clean out what you no longer use and keep only what you need. Less is more in 2021. You don’t need the stress from clutter and disorganization. Get rid of what you don’t need and keep your life and living areas simple. A clean and organized home can help you stay healthy, make it easier to clean, and help you to find what you need when you need it.

2021 Apartment Décor Trends

With a new year, you may want to redecorate your apartment. Start with a theme. 2021 will be all about a basic modern style driven by a return to minimalism. Next, make sure the new year is bright with maximized light in your living space. 2021 will see a dominance of lighter woods combined with darker color accents. Make sure to choose design elements that elevate your own style whether that’s casual, formal, elegant, or even rustic. 

A new year probably means some great new shopping. Although most shopping will likely be done online this year, you will have more options than ever. Sometimes you need to actually get out and look for yourself. Plus, most of the malls will be sure to have some new and fun things to do. If you need to pick up new decorations or gear for your great new habits, visit Bay Street in Emeryville or Fruitvale Village. They are open and sure to help you make 2021 your best year ever.

Celebrate the Holidays in 2020

The holiday season is going to be fantastic in 2020, if a little different. Sure, it’s 2020, so we need to social distance and wear masks to help us stay safe, but we can still have a healthy dose of holiday cheer. Check out these can’t miss ideas to make the holiday season a hit in 2020. Celebrate the holidays at The Union Flats.

How to Decorate Your Apartment for the Holidays

There are so many ways to get your apartment ready for holidays. We all know it’s important to make a good first impression. Most of us will keep party goers at a safe distance this year. Start with a theme. First, choose a color to get everyone in the mood for the holiday season. While red and green are some favorite traditional colors, other festive colors include gold and silver. This year, bright colors like purple, teal, white, and blue are also going to be very popular. Next, add in some holiday icons like snowmen, snowflakes, elves, or stars. Finally, keep in mind the atmosphere you have in mind. Make sure to choose minimalistic elements for your casual, formal, elegant, or even rustic themes. Make sure that you don’t forget the lights! 

How to get into the Holiday Spirit

For many of us, celebrating the holidays this year will probably have to be done at home. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to get into the holiday spirit at home. Start setting the mood by baking or joining a cookie exchange. Make sure to have some seasonal comforts around your apartment like apple cider or hot chocolate. Music is a great way to get into any mood, so play some holiday favorites (Alexa and Apple both have fantastic holiday playlists). Gather with your family, in a safe way of course, to watch favorite movies or TV shows. And, as always, the best way to get into the spirit is to give back. Sadly, we all know that this year has more need than ever. 

Holiday Events Near Your Apartment

What is the season without shopping? Most shopping will be done online this year and you have more options than ever. Sometimes, you need to actually get out and look for yourself. Plus, most of the malls will be sure to have some safe and fun things to do. If you need to find that last minute gift, pick up wine or a dessert for a dinner party. Need to get out? Visit Bay Street in Emeryville or Fruitvale Village, which are open and can provide some holiday cheer.

Social distancing will definitely make the holiday season different this year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fun and safe for everyone. Curbside and at-home delivery make it easier than ever to get the decorations, supplies, food, or gifts that you need to make the season a hit. Don’t be afraid to get creative with some seasonal inspiring at-home celebration ideas. Celebrate the holidays at home. 

Ice Cream Union

Has anyone ever just had one scoop of ice cream? With something so delicious we feel it could be virtually impossible and who would torture themselves with just ONE SCOOP? Ice cream as amazing as it is, is also the noted hot commodity of the summer. When the air thickens and the temperatures rise we all scream ICE CREAM.  However, with so many types of ice cream it’s hard to just choose one. 

 

You may be wondering about the types of ice cream and which to try this summer. Initially, there was always just the standard scoop of vanilla, chocolate, or strawberry known as soft serve however ice cream has taken on more personality through the years. For a quick tutorial on the most common types visit the following link: Ice Cream Types. 

 

While you’re likely to find all these types and more at your local grocery store, there’s magic in making your own. You can DIY ice cream with just a few simple ingredients and plastic zip-up bags! Check out this recipe from Delish that walks through how to make at-home ice cream in minutes. If you’re dairy-free, you can replace dairy creamer with a vegan substitute. Once you’ve made your ice cream, dress it up with toppings of your choice! Try salted caramel sauce for a decadent pair to plain vanilla, or add a pop of color with edible flowers.

 

Ice cream prep may not be for all of us. So to those who would rather purchase than create, here a few options to try this summer to satisfy your ice cream craving. For classic flavors, you can head to Baskin Robbins or Cold Stone Creamery. If you’re looking for something a little different you can head to FroZone Gelato for a creamy Italian dessert or Sweet Mex for some frescas cream and savory Spanish flavorings. 

 

Stay cool this summer by enjoying a sweet treat of your liking. Be sure to grab a cup, bowl, or scoop of chilled sweet delight this July in honor of National Ice Cream Month. 

Celebrate Earth Day in Union City, CA

Earth Day in Union City

“Every flower is a soul blossoming in nature.” -Gerard De Nerval

When was the last time you took it upon yourself to enjoy nature? If it’s been a while, consider doing something this year to honor Earth Day. Earth Day is coming up this Sunday, April 22nd, and it’s a wonderful excuse to go outside and reflect under the sun.

There are some amazing parks not too far from your Union City apartments that you can consider checking out, either solo or with your family. Union Landing Park, Charles F Kennedy Park, and Shorty Garcia Park are some amazing destinations that you can use to plan a fun afternoon out for Earth Day.

If you need any other useful leads on creative and productive things to honor the planet, consider checking out this website. Here, you’ll find all sorts of useful things for the whole family that will allow you to give back to the Earth that has given you so much.

So what will you do this Sunday, April 22nd to celebrate Earth Day? Will you make an effort to spend some time outside? Will you participate in a clean-up of some sort? Share your comments right below!

The Union Flats Official Blog

The Union Flats

As the year comes to an end, we are welcoming a new beginning, starting with a revamped website and blog! Our blog will give you a glimpse of The Union Flats lifestyle that all our residents enjoy. Do you wonder what it’s like to live here? Below is a taste of some of the things you can enjoy daily as a resident.

Dining

We are literally walking distance from a huge variety of restaurants, gastropubs and bars. Whether you want to unwind after a long day at work or want some great food, we’ve got you covered!

Outdoors

Do you enjoy nature? If so, you will simply love Coyote Hills Regional Park. Spend your leisure time here and enjoy the natural beauty this stunning park offers.

Resort-Style Amenities

One of the many reasons our residents love living here is because of the amenities we offer! Come take a dip on our resort-style pool or bring your friends over to gather over the fire pit for some story-telling and star-counting!

Modern Design

Are you a fan of ultra-modern architecture? Then you will LOVE every aspect of our apartments. Our 1, 2 bedroom and live/work loft units feature a sleek European style kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz counters and tiled backsplashes.

Are you curious?

We have only scratched the surface of everything that The Union Flats offers. Come on in and schedule a tour so you can come and see all that we offer in person! We are currently leasing and apartments are going fast so make sure to contact us today!