{"id":2377,"date":"2016-12-06T07:00:56","date_gmt":"2016-12-06T12:00:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/?p=2377"},"modified":"2016-12-06T07:00:56","modified_gmt":"2016-12-06T12:00:56","slug":"top-10-home-staging-sins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.qcdesignschool.com\/blog\/2016\/12\/top-10-home-staging-sins","title":{"rendered":"Top 10 Staging Sins"},"content":{"rendered":"Staging a home is both creative and rewarding, but it can also be flat-out stressful.<\/i>\n\nRedesigning a home so it appeals to potential buyers is a tough job! You need to show off the best aspects of the property without overdoing it. You also need to find out what doesn\u2019t work in the house to correct design flaws.\n\nFortunately, there are a few noticeable things (that could lead to a disastrous viewing!) to look out for. Avoid these 10 home staging sins and your clients\u2019 property will be the envy of the housing market!\n

1. Ignoring the Little Things<\/h3>\n\"bad\n\nStaging a house is all about enhancing the great features of a property. But small, unsightly faults will easily undermine even the best assets.\n\nRepair the little flaws, such as chips in the paint or weeds in the driveway. It goes a long way in showing possible buyers that your clients care for the property and that you don\u2019t overlook small problems.\n\nYou may not be able to fix every detail, but once you repair most of the eyesores the house will be much more appealing to potential buyers. The positive aspects of the house will shine through without being overshadowed!\n

2. Hiding Clutter<\/h3>\nWe all know someone who does it\u2014hides their clutter instead of organizing it. This is a huge<\/i> staging sin in the design world!You may think that a potential buyer won\u2019t notice the closet that was forced closed, or the small boxes tucked under the bed, but think again\u2026\n\nBuyers train themselves to look out for indicators that could devalue a property. Clutter is a simple way to show people that the house isn\u2019t well taken care of. If you\u2019re hiding boxes and bags of unwanted items, what else could you be hiding about the house?\n\nDonate or get rid of anything your clients don\u2019t need. It will make staging their home quicker and easier!\n

3. No Footpath<\/h3>\n\"clear\n\nA key factor for possible buyers is the ability to view the home in its entirety without having to manoeuvre around furniture and tables.\n\nBe sure to make a clear footpath throughout the property. This gives the buyers an impression of spaciousness and accessibility.\n\nOn top of designing a clear walkway, buyers need a logical walk-through of the home. Don\u2019t have them jump from one side of the house to the other. Find a continuous path for the viewers to see the whole house without being constantly turned around.\n

4. Random Objects<\/h3>\nAn important staging rule to remember is that sentimental ornaments in the home are really only meaningful to the current owners.\n\nThis means that any left behind objects, however important to the owner, can end up looking like clutter to potential buyers. You need to decorate simply, in a way that presents the house as a home where buyers can visualize their own belongings.\n\nArranging furniture and decorative pillows fills the space and keeps the area open. Keep tables clear and focus on minimalist wall d\u00e9cor.\n

5. Lingering Pet Odors<\/h3>\n\"pet\n\nThink about when you invite guests to your client\u2019s home: if they have a pet and a guest is allergic, you can bet they\u2019ll know within a few minutes of walking in the door.\n\nPotential buyers will be wise to this too\u2014even if they aren\u2019t allergic! Pet dander and odours can stick around through vacuuming and dusting. It\u2019s important to invest in a good carpet cleaner and air out the home by opening windows and doors.\n\nMost air fresheners only provide temporary relief of pet odours, so it\u2019s essential for you to rid the home of pet fur and stains. Your local pet store should have cleaning products designed to target pet odours.\n

6. Only Focussing on the Indoors<\/h3>\nWhen staging a home, remember that first impressions really are everything!\n\nFocus on the outside of the house<\/a> as much as the inside. If the outer walls are covered in dirt, wash it off! Or if the garden is full of weeds and old lawn tools, clean them out! A potential buyer will arrive and instantly make a judgement on how they feel about the house.\n\nThis goes back to repairing the little things\u2014it\u2019s crucial to present all areas of the property as assets of the home!\n

7. Closed Off Spaces<\/h3>\nWhether it\u2019s a closed door or furniture half-blocking the doorway, an impasse to a viewing can make possible buyers feel unwelcome.\n\nBe sure to check that every room is easy to enter. If a buyer catches a full view of the room at the door, it adds spaciousness to the home. Don\u2019t force people to manoeuvre around furniture\u2014move it out of the way!\n

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8. Forgetting the Windows<\/h3>\nLighting is important in every home. Maximize natural light and change any lightbulbs that are dim.\n\nWe all know what it\u2019s like to flick on a light switch and feel as if the room is no brighter than before. Especially in basements, there needs to be enough light so the viewer can get a proper look\u2014even in dark corners!\n\nAnd don\u2019t forget to clean the windows! A clean window is visually appealing and sunlight isn\u2019t blocked by a film of dirt. Open those curtains and illuminate your client\u2019s home!\n

9. Being Unprepared<\/h3>\n\u201cI don\u2019t know\u201d is never an acceptable answer to hear from a home stager. You always need a reason or explanation of why you chose a certain design approach.\n\nWhether you insist on repairing small faults or choose to rearrange the furniture, be prepared to explain what your staging does to promote the sale of a home. Demonstrate the importance of repairs and organization to your clients<\/a>. The integrity of the house lies in much more than simple d\u00e9cor!\n\nWe know it can be irritating to explain every part of your design intentions, but make a point of what works and what doesn\u2019t. You are the expert, after all!\n

10. Unwashed Linens<\/h3>\n\"dirty\n\nLeaving curtains, blankets, and sheets unwashed can make your clients\u2019 home seem musty. Wash all linens to keep the home smelling fresh! Although the linens may not smell bad per se, they do catch a lot of dust and dirt from the air and from our bodies. Cleaning linens will remove any lingering dust which makes the air feel stuffy. This added step will give your clients\u2019 home a clean and fresh atmosphere, even if you\u2019re the only one who can tell why!\n\nSometimes, not every<\/i> home staging sin can be avoided. Keep in mind that as long as you address problem areas rather than sweeping them under the rug, buyers will be pleased with your honesty.\n\nPutting in extra care during the staging process is the best way to show off great features of a property. Potential buyers will be swarming to get a good look!\n

Need some home staging tips for when you’re working with a tight budget? 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