We all remember the movie scene when the tightly wrapped trench coat is opened to reveal the bare nakedness. It speaks of being daring and openly defying social convention. 

Dressing a home for sale can often involve just the trench coat with maybe a few accessories thrown in just for embellishment. It all depends on what's underneath the trench coat in determining whether to throw caution to the wind and let it all hang out. If what is underneath is in good shape and can stand the scrutiny of the viewing public than no further clothing is necessary.

Home staging the main public living areas of a home, the part you first see when you walk in, is like the trench coat. It's the enticing view that makes you want to see more. It's the first layer of clothing. All homes should have a stylish trench coat. Not an outdated 20 year old trench coat from the owner's back closet but a new current one that tells everyone "Look at me".

                             The Trench Coat

The rest of the house is what's underneath the trench coat. The part that can or cannot hold up to the scrutiny of the viewer. If its in good shape without too many flaws it can be displayed in its full glory unadorned.  The viewer's imagination can go wild with the possibilities.

                The Good of What's Under the Trench Coat

But if what is underneath the trench coat is flawed, dated and will make one cringe on sight, then by all means add additional layering. After all, it is far easier to sell a finely dressed home even if what's underneath is less than perfect.

                 What Everyone Fears Is Under The Trench Coat

Staged homes sell faster and for more money!