4. Let the Light In Most buyers want to see that a home has plenty of natural light. Remove heavy draperies and open up the blinds. Hide an unattractive view with sheer window coverings that still allow in light. Replace any outdated light fixtures, upping the wattage in each lightbulb to its maximum safe capacity. Aim for about 100 watts every 50 square feet. Need some extra light? Add lamps in any dark areas. Quickly update outdated lamps with clean white drum shades. 5. Win With Neutral Walls Getting rid of bright-colored walls is another simple home staging tip that helps ensure your home appeals to the widest audience possible. Stick with sophisticated neutrals for the most widely used paint colors. Just a few coats of paint can transform a dated space, giving it a more modern feel. Try popular shades like an oatmeal-colored living room or a soft-grey hallway.
6. Embrace the Awkward Have a space you’ve never known how to use? Home staging can be an opportunity to show potential buyers it’s actually functional by finding a fun way to show it off. Turn a short wall into a chalkboard family message center, transform an alcove into a charming workspace, or display a hanging planter to bring life and texture to a bare nook. You’ll also want to make sure not to block traffic flow. Keep natural walkways clear and arrange furniture in conversation areas that frame outside views—rather than obstruct them. You want your space to feel easy to live in.
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