All these little things add up and can leave a lasting impression on potential buyers. Home staging is an incredibly important part of getting your house ready for viewers. Home staging is the act of decorating your house to show off it’s best assets and make it welcoming for potential buyers. Think of it as a light coat of makeup, to bring out the best features. The home staging process usually involves bringing in nice furniture, some plants, de-cluttering and rearranging the space to make it the most attractive to potential buyers.
Keep it simple & neutral
You want the house to be the main star, not the decor. Neutral tones and simple decorations are the best way to decorate your house and avoid any clashing tones. This doesn’t mean to say it has to be bland; incorporate warm browns, naturals, and variations of greys and whites. By including neutral tones throughout the house and bedrooms also means there’s no gender bias involved. For example, if you have a girl’s bedroom and the family looking has a son, there’s a chance they may not be able to picture their son in a bright pink and purple room.Don’t forget the outdoors
It easy to forget about the outside areas when it comes to home staging, it’s crucial to make sure the outside is decorated well too. You want the potential buyers to really envision themselves living there. Make sure any of your paddocks, arena, barns are well presented, you can add extra touches such as a couple of potted plants or a few outdoor chairs. Make sure any outdoor decking area is well used, you could consider adding a hammock or outdoor couch if you think it would benefit the space.Utilize all rooms and space
If one of your spare bedrooms is currently being used as a hoarding room, it’s time to clear it out. Make sure all your rooms are being used to their maximum potential. You may have to get some staging furniture in to fill the space appropriately but it will be well worth it. Have a think about what your potential buyers would like to see in this space; is it a study? Spare room? Playroom? Then stage this space to suit your potential buyers.Use space effectively
Make sure all the furniture is arranged in a way that maximizes space and optimizes the walking flow around the house. Couches and furniture should be arranged in a way that leaves optimal room to move through the room. If you have an odd space make sure this is shown off in the right way too. Perhaps a plant, a coffee table or another enticing piece of decor could fill this awkward space well and let buyers realize it’s potential.Think seasonal
You want to add decor according to the season, this makes it realistic for the viewers to see themselves living in your home. For example, if it’s the chilly winter season you might want to add a warm throw on the couch or a few logs in the fireplace.Decorate to your buyer
Know your potential buyers. Are they horse folk? Family orientated? This is important to note as you can add special touches that will resonate with the target buyers. You could add a modern boot hanger out front with a few riding boots or a nice child’s toy resting in the spare bedroom. These little touches can go a long way and leave a lasting impression.Focus on the main rooms
Put your energy into displaying the main rooms well. Rooms that are likely to influence a buyer’s decisions are the kitchen, master bedroom, and living room. Make sure the furniture here is in good condition and all the other decor is fresh and minimal. If you are going to use a home staging company to bring in furniture, it would be important to focus on these spaces first.Remove personal items
While it may pull a few heartstrings, it’s important to de-personalize the space. Any family photos, heirlooms, children’s artwork should be put aside for the home inspections. You want potential buyers to be able to see their family living there, removing any personal items can help this vision. It’s also a great time to de-clutter any other items that should be cleared out for home inspections.Entrance and curb appeal
Make a good first impression with your curb appeal and entrance. Make sure your lawns and hedges are well kept and clear any clutter from the front. A lick of paint may be needed for the fence or property. Consider some planting if you think the front lawn would benefit from this. At the front door, a nice touch is a clean welcome mat and a potted plant or two – a great way to make viewers feel welcome.Clean, clean, clean
An obvious one but nonetheless an important one. Make sure a thorough clean is done of the house and any decor you are using for staging. Get into every nook and cranny and make it sparkling clean! Any props and furniture should have a good dusting off and check for any stains.Plants and flowers
A few simple plants and fresh flowers around the house can brighten the place. This is a low cost and can tie all the staging together nicely. Remember though to keep it simple and spread them out around the house to make sure there’s no clutter. Just be sure to ask your florist for low pollen/allergen options as a potential buyer could be sensitive.There you have it! 11 relatively simple ways to maximize your chances of a quick sell.