Get Your Home Ready for Spring Selling: 10 Important Steps

Spring can be one of the busiest times for those on the lookout for a new home. Presentation is fundamental when preparing to rent or sell your home. 
Here are our 10 must-dos to ensure yours shows at its best.

1. Declutter:

Create a clean canvas for potential buyers by decluttering your space. Less is often more, allowing them to envisage their own life within the property.

2. Repaint:

A fresh coat of paint works wonders. Stick to neutral tones to appeal to a broader audience and let buyers see the potential of each room.

Try Little Greene and Farrow & Ball for premium finish.

3. Clean Windows:

Brighten up your home by letting natural light in. Sparkling windows are so important; there’s nothing worse that showing a flat on a sunny day and looking out through grubby glazing.

4. Weed Your Planters, Pots and Borders:

Curb appeal matters. Tidy up your outdoor spaces by weeding and pruning, ensuring your property makes a stunning first impression.

Take a look at our garden centre recommendations here.

5. Replace All Your Light Bulbs:

Bright spaces feel welcoming. Ensure all your light bulbs are in working order and opt for warm tones to create a cozy atmosphere.

6. Polish Your Floors:

Well-maintained floors add a touch of luxury. Polish your wood and your stone or porcelain floors; they will look and smell better.

7. Regrout/Silicone Your Tiles:

Attention to detail is key. Refreshing the grout and silicone in your bathroom and kitchen gives a clean and well-cared-for appearance.  Don’t forget the grout between your floor tiles; replenishing this can make your floor tiles look new again.

8. Invest in Top-Quality Scented Candles:

Appeal to the senses. Invest in high-quality scented candles to create a warm and inviting atmosphere during property viewings.  We always run down to Diptyque on Westbourne Grove for our favourites and they always have a ‘candle of the month’ which is Cherry Blossom this April and if we are really splashing it’s going to be a Cire Trudon ‘Ernesto’.

9. Clean Your Rugs and Carpets:

Soft furnishings matter. Clean rugs and carpets to ensure a fresh and cozy feel that potential buyers can envision in their new home.

10. Invest in Lovely Cushions and Throws:

Small touches make a big difference. Add a touch of luxury with well-chosen cushions and throws to make your home feel inviting and comfortable. We always choose Graham and Green as well as Soho Home for these snuggly bits. Here are our top picks: