Home Staging for the Master Bedroom: Before and After: Plano

Home Staging for the Master Bedroom: Before and After: Plano



We had the opportunity to stage a master bedroom in Plano.
This is what the master bedroom looked like before the home staging.
This is what the room looked like after the home staging.

To stage this master bedroom in Plano, this is what we did:

1. We highlighted the tall ceiling and shape of the bed with three framed prints. These belong to the homeowner and were originally used in the family room. They look great in the master bedroom and tie in perfectly with the decor.

2. We changed out the lamps. The original lamps were buffet lamps, so we took them to the dining room and placed them on the buffet. The homeowner then purchased a new pair of lamps, according to our specifications, that are jut the right size and scale for the furniture.

3. We suggested drapes to add the look and feel of luxury. We purchased four drapery panels at JC Penney for less that $140. The curtain rods were purchased at Target for less that $40 each. The red drapes add color and sophistication to the room. Dallas Real Estate Staging installed the rods and hung the drapes.

4. Then, to finish the room, we brought in some accessories for the homeowner to lease.

This Plano, master bedroom is complete!

What can you learn from this home staging example?

First, drapes do not have to be expensive; they just have to look expensive. If your walls are beige and you have white wood blinds; drapes are a great addition to give the room the look of luxury.

Second, use what you have. Try bringing in art and accessories from another room.

Third, every room needs more that one source of light. The ceiling fan with light kit just won't cut it! Consider table lamps and floor lamps. Lamps are a wise investment because you can take them with you to your next home!

And remember, the master bedroom is one of the most important rooms in the home, so make sure to stage it!

Holly Bellomy is a home staging consultant for Dallas, Plano, Allen, McKinney, Fairview, Lucas, and the surrounding areas.

For more information visit: www.dallasrealestatestaging.com

Home Staging for the Senses

Home Staging for the Senses
The Sense of Hearing

Noise! We’re inundated with sounds all day long! While some sounds bring a smile to our face like the laughter of a child, other sounds, such as the chronic barking of a dog can be exasperating.

We can all agree that a quiet, peaceful house is priceless; especially at the end of a long day. This is what potential buyers are looking for too, a quiet sanctuary to unwind in at the end of a day, or for those who work from home or who are retired a quiet paradise may be necessary.

There are some sounds that are not appealing to home buyers. Three of them are road noise, barking from dogs, and interior noises that clamor for maintenance.

Road Noise:
While it may be challenging to sell a home that is located near a busy street or strip mall there are a few things you can do to compensate for the noise pollution.

First: Make sure that your home has extra curb appeal. A well manicured lawn and fresh paint on the home’s exterior are a must. The goal is to get the buyers into your home.

Second: Clear out all clutter inside your home: extra furniture, toys, etc. and rent a storage unit for these items.

Third: Make all necessary repairs before listing your home. Don’t give buyers more reason to say “no” to your home.

Fourth: Hire a home stager to make sure that your home stands out from the other homes in the area.

The key is to create an environment so irresistible that your home is chosen above the others in the neighborhood. And don’t despair; there is a buyer out there for every home!

Barking from Dogs
I have also visited homes to perform consultations all the while listening to dogs bark while I looked at each room with the home owner. There is nothing more distracting than a barking dog! Take your dog with you for showings or find a neighbor or pet sitter who will care for your pet for showings.

Interior Noises
There are other bothersome sounds that you can take care of. These include leaky toilets, smoke detectors, dripping faucets. I remember a time when I went to look at a vacant house to prepare a bid. I toured the house, all the while listening to the chirp of the smoke detector which needed a new battery. I couldn’t get out of that house fast enough because the noise was so irritating.

And for those pleasant sounds, play them up!

Music: If you have speakers, use them! Play a satellite or cable station through all interior and exterior speakers. Light jazz music is preferable.

Movies: Play a movie to show potential buyers how wonderful it will be to have their own movie room; all the while distracting them from the road noise.

Water feature: Do you have a pool with a fountain or other water feature? Turn it on for showings and let the soothing sound of the water entice potential buyers.

In other words, maximize the positive and eliminate the negative!

Holly Bellomy is a home staging expert who specializes in occupied and vacant properties in Allen, Plano, McKinney, Fairview, Lucas, Frisco, Dallas, and Richardson.

For more information log on to: www.DallasRealEstateStaging.com