If you are planning to put your home on the market, you need to stage it like a pro. This means presenting it in a manner that is appealing and enables viewers to envision living there. Read on for some expert tips.
Where’s your personality gone?
The fundamentals of home staging include booking a skip for a clear out, and online booking for skips makes the process much quicker, as well as de-cluttering, de-personalising and making the space more neutral! For some people, this can seem boring! But, you only lose your home’s character if you allow yourself to! Read on to discover some mistakes you should avoid ensuring your house still has plenty of personalities…
DON’T rule out using colour – A neutral palette does not mean one without colour! You don’t have to paint everything as close to white as you can get. It’s more about using shades that are versatile, so the buyer can see themselves living in the home with the furniture they have. You can use more daring shades for accents.
DON’T have a carpet in your bathroom – This is extremely outdated nowadays. It does nothing for the bathroom’s style or character.
DON’T make your bathroom absent of toiletries – It is a great idea to stage with toiletries – but the luxurious kind! I’m certainly not suggesting you leave out your Gillette shaving foam. Go for those that are packaged beautifully and add character to the room.
DON’T paint everything magnolia – Again, neutral does not mean magnolia! This seems to be the obvious shade when lightening the home. Yet, it can become monotonous and predictable. Choose a sophisticated colour palette instead.
Four must-buys for staging your living room
So, you are almost ready for your home viewing, you’ve de-cluttered, cleaned and dealt with all the repairs you needed to. The only thing that is left is to buy a few accessories to add the perfect finishing touch. Here are four must-buys for any living room…
Scented candles / subtle fragrances – Smell is the perfect way to create a welcoming atmosphere if you get it right of course! The key is to go for subtle fragrances, such as vanilla or orange.
Flowers – Flowers are a must if you want your guests to feel welcome. It really freshens up the space and creates a positive ambience. But you do need to choose them carefully – make sure they are in keeping with the style of your house.
Cushions – Cushions are an easy way of updating your entire living room. They are especially great if your sofa is looking a little bit dated! You can give your sofa an instant update by adding various textures and colours through your choice of cushions.
Rugs – There is nothing worse than a worn carpet in the living room! It has a negative impact on the entire space. Instead, bring some home and comfort to your living room by purchasing a rug. You don’t need to spend a lot. However, if you have got the funds, upgrading your flooring can add plenty of value to your property.
So there you have it: some quick tips on staging your home like a pro. Good luck!
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