Presenting your home for sale is vital in a competitive market. Styling a property for sale is now the standard. Here are some helpful tips to give your property the best chance
ENTRY
- Clean and paint the front door
- Clean and shampoo carpets
- Pack away any shoes or coats by front door
- Add a new welcome mat to entry way
- All doors and windows should open and close easy
- Make sure any signs of pets are stored away
- Clean and dust ceiling fans, skirting boards and light switches
LIVING ROOM
- Remove unnecessary furniture
- Remove or hide all cords and wires
- Replace dark curtains with sheers
- Pack away family portraits
- Store away old magazines
DINING ROOM
- Hang light coloured, floor to ceiling curtains
- Open blinds to let in light
- Bring in indoor plants to add light and colour
- Add mirrors for more light & to open up spaces
- Wall art should be hung at eye level
KITCHEN
- Remove most items on counters
- Add bowl of fruit to add colour
- Remove all items from the refrigerator door
- Replace old knobs and hardware
- Fix or replace any leaky taps
- Repaint any bold or loud colours
- Clean all windows inside and out
BEDROOM
- Remove TV and any other entertainment items
- Fresh white textured linen on beds
- Add new pillows and throws
- Pack away 50% of items in closet
- Use all the same hangers in robe
- Hang clothes in groups & face same direction
- Clean up and pack away kids toys
BATHROOM
- Put away toothbrushes, bins, toilet brushes and all toiletry items
- Hang new, white towels and new shower curtains
- Add new bottle of hand soap on counter
- Clean around the toilet and bathtub. Always keep the toilet seat down
OUTDOOR
- Pressure clean paved surfaces
- Update old letterbox
- Remove excess pot plants