Most UK homeowners agree that spring is a great time for home improvements, but many of us can’t afford the cost of a full renovation.
Here’s where experienced property professionals can make a difference. Our Ilford estate agents, together with our Newbury Park estate agents, are often asked to advise on the best tips and tricks to stage a home for sale. Whether you’re selling your property or simply sprucing up your home for summer, you’ll be surprised to learn how much can be achieved with our top spring makeover tips.
Conquer the clutter and create more space
Clutter is a visual distraction and when personal possessions build up, they can conceal your home’s best features. Start by organising your possessions into three separate piles: one to keep, one to donate to charity and one to throw away. When only the ‘keep’ pile remains, you could pack some items in stylish boxes or hide them away in under-bed storage units.
Another way to refresh a room is to swap bulky items for smaller ones, thus creating a ‘minimal’ look, with more space to move around.
Make the most of the sunshine
In springtime, the daylight hours last longer and light becomes more intense, so celebrate the sun’s growing power by pulling up blinds and fully opening curtains.
Positioning mirrors and other shiny surfaces close to windows – so the light reflects into the room – is another way to make the most of the natural light.
Light up the night
The days are longer in summer, but when the sun finally sets, do your interior spaces look dull and dingy? An exciting, contemporary lighting scheme can breathe new life into a room, brightening dark corners and creating a warm, inviting atmosphere.
Lighting can also create magical effects in the garden, especially when used to mark out an outdoor dining area or illuminate a dark pathway.
Conjure up some kerb appeal
A clean, bright, well-maintained front door area creates a positive first impression when you welcome guests to your home. But that initial view of your property is even more important when you are selling a property. A survey by Wren Kitchens has revealed that 54 per cent of buyers take just 30 seconds to make a judgment on a house’s exterior condition.
You can supercharge your home’s kerb appeal by giving the doorway a fresh coat of paint and adding some attractive potted trees or tubs of flowering plants. Ensure that windows are sparkling clean and don’t forget to clear any dead leaves or debris that have built up over winter.
Get creative to save on decoration
Hiring a decorator to paint your rooms can be an expensive option, but you could enliven your living space just by adding a feature wall.
Choose a bold colour that harmonises well with your current scheme or alternatively use patterned wallpaper for extra impact. Botanic prints are right on trend this year and will bring that summer-ready look to your lounge or master bedroom.
If you are selling your property, it may be advisable to swap strong colour choices for quieter, more neutral shades that will appeal to a wide range of buyers. Make sure that walls are clean and that doors, skirting boards and banister rails are free of scuffs, paint chips and dirty marks.
Revive flagging wood floors
Solid wood or laminate flooring is hugely popular at the moment, but your floor may be in need of some TLC after the winter has taken its toll. Revive the wood’s natural beauty by mopping with a suitable wood cleaner, re-oiling and polishing until it shines.
If your wooden floor has suffered years of wear and tear, you could hire a sander to remove the layers of dirt before oiling and polishing. However, if your wood floor is lifting or there are gaps between floorboards, you may need to call in professional help.
Bring the outdoors inside
These days we all want to connect more with nature, and houseplants are one of the simplest ways to bring natural elements into the home.
There are many easy-care pot plants that you can buy to introduce a touch of natural magic to your living space. Alternatively, if you want the look of inviting greenery without the faff of regular feeding and watering, you could choose from a range of realistic-looking artificial pot plants
How can I find out the value of my home?
If you’ve decided it’s time to move on, but are not sure of your property’s true value, why not give us a call? We believe that an accurate valuation lies at he heart of every successful property sale.
As specialists in east London property, our friendly sales teams can advise on all aspects of selling and buying. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation valuation.
Call us at 020 3972 7341 or email info@oaklandestates.co.uk.
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