| How to Stage your Kitchen
The kitchen is often the heart of the home and can make or break a sale. If you want to present your kitchen in its best light, follow these valuable tips that will help attract potential buyers.
Hygiene is Key
A clean and tidy kitchen is essential when trying to attract buyers. Deep cleaning your kitchen is the most cost-effective way to add desirability to your home. Make sure to:
• Give your oven and hotplate a deep clean
• Scrub and sanitise all bench tops
• Clean and polish the sink and taps
• Empty and deodorise the bin
• Scrub the floor and corners
• Wipe down all cupboard doors
• Refresh dirty or off-coloured tile grouting
• Clean inside cupboards, fridge and shelves
De-Clutter
Clear counters of personal clutter such as dishes, appliances and papers. Tidy and organise cupboards and fridge to show that you take care of your home.
Lighting
Good lighting creates atmosphere and sells. Kitchens need two types of lighting, so investing in spotlights and countertop lighting placed under wall cabinets for just a few dollars can make a massive difference to the look and feel of your kitchen.
Floors
Tired flooring won’t help you sell your home. Ensure that you have sparkling clean floors or update them with high-quality options that match the style and price tag of your home. Cheaper vinyl flooring won’t cut it if someone is buying a prestige home.
Walls
A light neutral paint job is the safest and most effective option but adding colour can be done using a splashback or tiles above countertops. Replace old and cracked tiles if possible.
Cabinets
Dark wood cabinet doors can have a negative effect on your kitchen. Repaint them in a neutral colour or replace them with new doors and handles, without spending a fortune. If you have too many cabinets, try taking the doors off one and converting it into open display shelves to create a more open feeling.
Accessorise
Give your kitchen that “show home” finish with a few nicely placed objects such as designer appliances, flowers in a vase, a stylish bowl filled with fresh fruit, or a display of designer olive oil bottles.
Kitchens are vital to the presentation of your home. Match the style you’re creating in your house to what your target buyers are looking for, and you’ll be sure to sell quickly. The more buyers you attract, the more money you’ll sell for.
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