It's no secret that styling your property pays off. Styling your home is a must if you want to appeal to buyers but contrary to popular belief, it is entirely possible on a budget. If you're listing your home, these tips for presenting your home for sale will ensure your house looks great – without breaking the bank.
1. Add A Coat Of Paint
When you're considering how to style to sell, one of the easiest and most effective ways to revitalise your home to add a fresh coat of paint.
Paint can instantly brighten up a room, and cover up any wear and tear in your home - plus, if you do it yourself, all you'll need to invest in is the cost of the paint, brushes, and rollers.
2. Invest In Some New Plants
Indoor plants and flowers make your home feel fresh and modern, and can breathe new life into even the tiredest of rooms (as long as they're well cared for!).
Add some smaller succulents or potted plants to benches and tabletops to give your property a homely feel, and invest in a couple of larger potted cacti or palm fronds in your entrance or hallway.
3. Look Outside!
80% of Aussies want a home with a yard for their family and pets, and having a well-presented outdoor space can win over potential buyers.
While landscaping can cost thousands, there are plenty of little touches you can add that will make your backyard shine. Trim oversized hedges into clean shapes, re-stock the mulch & bark, and more!
4. Hang Up Mirrors
Want to make a small room look bigger? Mirrors are inexpensive to pick up, and instantly give a feeling of space to any room. Big mirrors are perfect behind a sofa or shelf in the living room, or behind the headboard in a bedroom. If you have a narrow and dark hallway, mirrors are great to add space and open the walkway.
5. Invest In A Rug & Linen
Kitchens and bathroom spaces are notoriously expensive to renovate, so if you're styling on a budget, win buyers over with your beautifully styled bedroom and living spaces instead. Rugs are an ideal addition to your living room: they brighten up the area and transform the room's look and feel.
Choose big rugs to make an impact, but make sure they match your colour scheme: tribal or graphic prints modernise your home and pair well with most existing furniture.
6. Ditch The Heavy Curtains
Ample natural light is a big drawcard for most buyers, so you'll want to make the most of your aspect and let sunlight in as much as possible. Remove old, chunky curtains or drapes and replace them with sheer curtains or light-coloured window coverings. Plantation shutters are great because they can be opened to let natural light or closed to keep the heat out.
7. Put Up Some Wall Art
The last thing you want is for interested buyers to walk into your home and be met with an endless stretch of beige walls lacking even a hint of character. Adding some artwork to your space will help liven it up but be careful not to choose anything too niche or "out there".
Beachside scenes, cityscapes, black-and-white photos and neutral pieces work best to create a welcoming and stylish atmosphere.
8. Choose Plush, Cosy Bedding
When it comes to the bedroom, investing in new linens will make the room feel inviting and cosy. Like your paint, choose neutral bedding linens with minimalist designs, and opt for simple patterns over bright colours or clashing prints.
A fluffy doona with a crisp white bedcover is a great way to make a room feel fresh, spacious and sophisticated. If you want to add a touch more personality, a bed runner can add flair without being overbearing.
9. Clean And Declutter
How much does property styling cost? In fact, it doesn't have to cost anything: one of the easiest styling tricks in the book is to simply go through your home and declutter your current spaces.
10. Have Your Carpets Or Floorboards Professionally Cleaned
It's worth investing in giving your home a deep clean, including professional carpet or floorboard cleaning. This removes any odours that have built up over time and will leave your home looking newer and smelling fresher.