Getting a home ready for the market there is a need to de-clutter and  I have found very few bookcases that are not full with forgotten books read long ago. These bookcases displayed properly can really bring a lot of visual presence to the room.

When arranging bookcases start by removing books and things that look misplaced and are distracting.   Bookcases are great places for small to medium accessories and items that are important to the client.  

Start with the heaviest, largest books on the bottom shelf.  Make visual breaks in the lines of books and intersperse them with photographs, art, vases, greenery or even a face of a single book.

All books should be stacked neatly with some placed on their side to break up the vertical lines.  Make sure to bring the books to the middle or front of the shelf this will help to create a more dramatic appearance.

Books are more attractive without the paper cover so if possible always remove the cover. And finally less is best when it comes to creating an interesting and balanced appearance of a bookcase. Take some before and after pictures and you'll see clutter to WOW...We help you to get the SOLD sign posted!

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4 Comments on Bookcases -Read between the shelves

JAN
06
2008
101,942 Points
Great tip thank you. I will start with my own home. Have a great year!
9:35pm • #1
JAN
07
2008
In most cases, I recommend that sellers remove 1/2 of the items from bookshelves/built ins. Buyers want to see there will be ample space for their stuff.
10:10am • #2
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Karel,

We have just started on my Mother in Laws home in order to step up the sale.....and I too should get on my own home.....LOL

11:32am • #3
JAN
08
2008
Good info and I will pass it along to my customers even if they are not selling
10:07pm • #4

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