Tips for Staging Your Home for a Sale

Home staging is the art of preparing a property for sale by presenting it in the most appealing light. This usually involves cleaning, decluttering, redecorating and other strategies to showcase its best features, attracting interest at the highest selling price. If you are looking to sell your home soon, home staging Sydney can help you achieve the best outcome by conveying a look and a lifestyle that will elevate the value of your home.

According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 2021 Profile of Home Staging report, 47% of buyers’ agents cited that home staging positively affected. In this article, we will outline some tips to help you stage your home for a sale.

First Impressions

A prospective buyer will first see the exterior of your home before setting foot through its doors. It’s important to give them a great first impression by not neglecting the outside of your property. Boost your curb appeal by tending to your front yard ensuring your lawn is mowed and all shrubs, trees and plants are neatly shaped and trimmed.

Add a burst of color and vibrancy to your property by planting some flowers. You can display them in a variety of ways such as through window boxes, hanging baskets or in pots along your porch bringing natural beauty and cheer to your garden. Along with clean windows and a swept porch, rejuvenate your front door with a lick of paint and ensure all outdoor lighting and your doorbell are in good working order.

Floors and Walls

Consider updating your flooring to give your home a more modern feel, replacing outdated materials such as linoleum or worn-out carpets. Use high-gloss paint to give some shine to your floors and strategically place rugs to add contrast and create spaciousness to a room.

Buyers need to be able to see themselves living in your property so it is best to be neutral when it comes to colors and decor. Depersonalize your walls by replacing your paint or wallpaper with warm neutral colors such as light grays, beiges, and whites. Make sure any scuff marks, scratches or cracks are repaired to create a flawless appearance to your walls. 

Furniture

Remove clutter and opt for a more pared down, minimalistic approach to your furniture. This will create openness to a room and make it easier to maneuver. Add a homely touch to your furnishings with the use of cushions, throws and flowers and consider borrowing or renting items of furniture to create a more modern and contemporary look. In addition, consider the layout of your furniture by noting the following:

• Position rectangular rugs parallel to the sofa, making the room appear wider and more spacious.
• Angle your furniture towards a focal point such as a beautiful fireplace, window or piece of artwork.
• Create symmetry to your furnishings for a balanced look. For example, a sofa with matching chairs on either side.

By following the home staging tips in this article you will be able to present the best that your home has to offer.