Home Staging: How to Make Your Property Stand Out in the UK Market
It’s not just on TV where you see beautiful, clutter-free homes with perfectly styled interiors. More and more property sellers in the UK are choosing to stage their homes to attract potential buyers. Home staging, which is a common practice in the US and for new-build show homes, is now gaining popularity in the UK.
What is Home Staging?
Home staging is a temporary makeover of your home with the aim of attracting potential buyers. The process involves stripping away all personal items and creating a space that buyers can envision themselves living in. You can stage a single room, a couple of rooms, or the entire property. There are numerous home staging companies available to help you get the look just right.
What are the Benefits of Home Staging?
According to research by the Home Staging Association UK and Ireland, a styled home attracts more viewings, and people take more time looking around. In addition, 87% of property professionals believe that staging a property allows buyers to visualize themselves living there. While new homes are most likely to be staged, more and more occupied properties are also being styled for sale. The research also found that a staged property sells quicker than a non-staged one.
Why Should You Stage Your Property?
Although it may seem like a lot of hassle, staging your property can help it stand out in a crowded market. This is especially important if you’re looking for a quick sale and want to maximize its value. It also helps you get packed up and ready to move ahead of time. If your agent is holding an open day, presenting a staged property is an excellent way to showcase your home at its best to multiple buyers at once.
How Do You Stage Your Property?
While you can find home staging companies online, this can be an expensive option. Typically, they will assess your budget, what areas you want to stage, and how long for. If you want to stage your property yourself, there are simple tricks you can use to add touches of style. For example, adding throws and cushions to your lounge, hiding electric cables, using mirrors to reflect light, and adding color with plants and flowers. Dressing your dining table is also a tried-and-tested home staging trick, as it conjures up images of cozy family meals or fabulous dinner parties. In the bedroom, add fresh bed linen and color-coordinated cushions to create a comfortable and intimate feel.
If you’re thinking about selling your property, get in touch with our sales team at The Chelmsford Property Blog to find out more about home staging and how we can help you maximize its value.
