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Home Staging Tips to Sell Your Home in Texas

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Selling your home can be a stressful and challenging process. You have to deal with the market conditions, the paperwork, the negotiations, and the emotions involved. But before you can even list your home for sale, you have to make sure it looks its best and attracts as many buyers as possible.

 

Home staging can have a significant impact on how fast and how much you sell your home for. According to a survey by the National Association of Realtors, 83% of buyer's agents said that staging a home made it easier for buyers to visualize themselves living in it, and 22% of sellers' agents reported an increase of 1% to 5% in the dollar value offered by buyers.

 

But how do you stage your home like a pro? What are the secrets of interior design that can make your home look more modern, spacious, and inviting? How do you appeal to the tastes and preferences of different types of buyers?

Let's get started!

How to Choose a Color Scheme for Your Home

Color Scheme

Buyers notice your home's color palette immediately. Home staging often uses neutral colors that appeal to many tastes. Some might think neutral is boring but they are soothing to the eyes. They also offer a blank canvas that lets buyers concentrate on your home's characteristics and layout rather than your taste. You can add modest, harmonizing color palette to enhance interest and contrast.

 

Starting with each room's dominant color is the best method to pick a color scheme. This might be the wall, floor, or primary furniture color. Use a color wheel or Adobe Color to locate complimentary or analogous colors that work with it. If your living room has beige walls and a brown couch, utilize blue or green accents. These complimentary colors are opposite beige and brown on the color wheel. They provide vibrancy and contrast to your décor. Alternative accent colors are yellow and orange. These colors are adjacent to the color wheel, like beige and brown. They harmonize to warm up your area. For starters, here are some examples of color schemes that work well for different types of homes:

  • Use a monochromatic color palette in hues of grey or white for a modern home with sleek lines and a minimalist style. This offers a refined and beautiful design that showcases your home's architectural elements.
  • For a rustic home with wood beams and stone accents, try a brown, green, or burgundy color palette. This produces a cozy and inviting aesthetic that matches your home's natural characteristics.
  • Use a nautical color scheme with colors of blue, white, or coral for a coastal property with ocean views and a breezy vibe. This gives you a clean, calm look that complements the beauty of your surroundings.

How to Arrange Furniture and Accessories for Maximum Impact

Another important aspect of home staging is how you arrange your furniture and accessories. Placing objects strategically can make your area seem larger, practical, and lovely. Make sure purchasers can wander around and observe all your home's features without feeling confined. Depersonalize and declutter first. Remove clutter that detracts from the room's function. Including family photographs, awards, collectibles, and religious symbols. Make it neutral and inviting to help buyers imagine their things and lifestyle in your house .

 

Second, place furniture and accessories around the room's main point. The focal point establishes the mood of the space. Fireplaces, windows, TVs, and paintings are possibilities. Your furniture and accessories should be balanced and symmetrical around the main point. If your living room contains a fireplace, you may put a couch, two seats, and a coffee table facing it. This offers a comfortable sitting area that allows customers to relax. Candles, books, and plants on the mantel or side tables provide warmth and individuality.

 

Third, apply the rule of thirds to provide visual interest and harmony. The rule of thirds argues that an image or place looks better when split into three equal pieces horizontally or vertically. Use this guideline to balance your furniture and accessories. For example, if you have a large wall in your bedroom, you could divide it into three sections using artwork or mirrors. One giant art or mirror in the center and two smaller pieces on each side might work. This provides an appealing arrangement that makes your area seem larger. For your convenience, here are some tips on arranging furniture and accessories :

  • In your living room, set up a discussion space with a couch and two seats facing each other, separated by a coffee table. Install a rug underneath the sitting area to anchor it and differentiate it from the rest of the room. To enhance coziness and texture, add lamps, cushions, rugs, or plants.
  • In your dining room, center the table beneath the light fixture or chandelier, and leave ample space on all sides for seating. To add color and design, use a tablecloth, runner, or placemat. Make a centerpiece with candles, flowers, or fruit to add elegance and charm.
  • Clear up your kitchen counters and just leave a few essentials such as a coffee machine, toaster, or knife block. To organize your stuff and make them seem neater and more orderly, use baskets, jars, or trays.
  • To add some freshness and color, add some fresh herbs, fruits, or vegetables. Make your bed the center point of your bedroom by utilizing fresh linens, soft cushions, and a cozy blanket.
  • To create contrast and interest, add some decorative cushions or rugs. Make them symmetrical and to balance out, place two nightstands on each side of the bed, each with a matching light. Perhaps, add a personal touch, hang some artwork or pictures over the bed.
  • Make sure your bathroom is spotless and free of stains, mold, and odors. Replace any worn-out towels, carpets, or drapes with new ones that complement the room's color scheme. To keep your toiletries and personal belongings out of sight, use baskets, containers, or shelving.

How to Use Lighting and Mirrors to Brighten Up Your Space

Interior Lighting

Lighting and mirrors can instantly improve the appearance of your home. Mirrors and lighting illuminate, extend, and welcome. Lighting provides a comfortable atmosphere in the house. It also highlights your home's best features and creates different room moods. 

Natural Light

The natural light that comes through windows, skylights, and doors enhances the hues and textures of the home. To optimize natural light while maintaining privacy, use sheer curtains or blinds. Open your windows to bring in natural light.

Ambient Lighting

Ambient lighting is used to set the tone and glows. A pleasant ambiance is created with ceiling lights, wall sconces, and recessed lighting. Although, fixtures should be cleaned and maintained regularly. However, to save money and energy, replace burned-out lights with energy-efficient LEDs. Then again, reading, cooking, and applying cosmetics all benefit from task lighting. Make sure there is enough illumination in the kitchen, bathroom, and home office. Install under-cabinet lighting in the kitchen, desk lamps in the home office, or mirror sconces in the bathroom.

Accent lighting

Accent lighting draws attention to artwork, architectural elements, and plants. Spotlights, track lighting, and picture lights draw attention to these details. Accent lighting adds depth and visual interest. Lights and mirrors are used in home staging because these make rooms seem larger and brighter. Especially, works great against windows or near light sources. Mirrors may be used to highlight architectural details or to create focal points in your home.

Add a Touch of Personality and Style

Home staging relies heavily on the addition of artwork and plants to a property to increase its perceived value and attract potential buyers. They have the power to draw the eye, give visual interest and texture, and stimulate the buyer's senses. Think about the décor of your house before purchasing artwork. Choose items that go well with the current décor and furnishings. Choose abstract or contemporary pieces if your house has a modern or minimalist aesthetic. Paintings of landscapes or still lifes may work better in a more rustic or classic setting. Display wall art with the surrounding décor at a comfortable viewing height and in scale.

Add Plants

Adding some plants to the house is a great idea as well. They breathe new life into a room while also adding texture and a touch of nature. Liven up your furniture, shelves, and counters with potted plants. Pick plants that can survive in the house with little attention. A few examples of well-liked houseplants include the succulent, peace lily, snake plant, and pothos. Keep your plants thriving and healthy by watering and caring for them frequently.

 

Now, remember to keep your target market in mind and tailor your staging efforts to their preferences. Good luck!

 

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Richard Weeks
Dallas, TX
REALTOR®, Broker
Great information, thanks for sharing.  I hope you have a great day.
Jul 12, 2023 03:07 AM