101 Showcase: Space maximisation

Create illusion of more space in your home.

Tip #13

Creating the illusion of more space is the most cost effective way of improving your home’s chance of selling.

Make sure the rooms are not too crowded with accessories and furniture.

Tip #14

Consider each room’s furnishings as you go, is the room too crowded? Is each room dressed to accentuate its functionality? If necessary, store items.

Pack away collectables.

Tip #15

Pack up collectables, both to protect them and give a more spacious feel. Leave just enough to give the property a homely touch. Dispose of items no longer needed, this will help lessen the work involved when you do sell and need to move.

Make sure rooms do not contain clutter.

Tip #16

Remove all clutter, get the rest of the family used to picking up clothing, shoes and personal possessions each day in readiness for inspections.

Organise the homes wardrobes and cupboards.

Tip #17

Organise your wardrobes and cupboards so as to showcase the amount of storage space, the more free space the better.

Open curtains and turn on lights.

Tip #18

Lighting creates a sense of space. Open all curtains, turn on lamps and lights before a showing.