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11/08/2014 11:42

Tips to Selling Your House Fast

If you want to sell your property fast, there are actually some simple things you can do. Here are some helpful tips: 

De-personalise

Once you've decided to sell your house, you cannot be too sentimental about it and keep the items that are dear to your inside of the property for sale. They may be very meaningful to you, but they mean nothing to potential buyers. So set aside all your family pictures and heirlooms and they will just distract buyers. The same applies on personal collections and trophies you may have.

De-clutter

Over the years, homeowners manage to collect an overwhelming amount of items. And most of the time, they do not necessarily use them and simply gather dust and become an eye sore. Clear them all out. Toss them or donate them to charity institutions or store them away someplace else. Be harsh and don't apply the just-in-case attitude. If you have not used an item for at least six months, the it is unlikely you will for the next six months or so. Do the same rule for everything including tools, clothes, toys, books, and even old bills.

Fix

Check your entire those for the little jons you've been ignoring for quite a while. The less damage or flaw a potential buyer sees the better. Now is the perfect time to repair those leaking pipes, broken tiles, old tired paint, creaking door or floorboards, etc. Also, examine light plug sockets and switches. 

Clean

Clean every corner of your house. Use feather dust to clean all walls and home accesories. Clear out all wardrobes, cupboards, and bathroom cabinets. Clear out everything that can be opened. Keep in mind that potential buyers have the tendency to look into everything they can get their hands on and will open everything even your storage cabinet and the cabinet below the sink. If these spaces are cramped, they'll get an impression that tehre isn't enough space. Don't forget your fridge, dryer and washing machine, cooker, and freezer. 

Home Styling

Consider professional service on home styling Brisbane to make sure your house makes a great first impression to potential buyers. It also increases the market value of your property. Visit CastleHire for relevant information.

11/08/2014 11:32

A Guide to Choosing the Right Home Staging Company For You

Choosing the right home staging company is a critical process as the sale time and price of your property highly depends on the overall look and style of your home. So here are some tips and reminders that will help you select the right home stagers. 

Keep in mind that you get what you pay for. You're selling perhaps the most valuable asset you have (your house). Look for a home staging professional with the highest level of professionalism, experience, and competency, rather than settle with the lowest rate. Cheap home stagers are often less experienced and use cheap home accesories and furniture. 

In the world of home staging, professionalism and experience weigh more than designation, education, and certification. Ask to see the portfolio of the stager, either a hard copy or on-line. Does the portfolio show a vast range of styles or do all the staged houses look the same? Ensure that the home stager you'll hire makes use of furniture, accessories, and art pieces that add value to your property. Just any piece of furniture or artwork won' do. You want to pick an experienced home stager who's pretty busy and have lots of photos of all his work.

All picures in the portfolio of the stager must be on his own work. Find out if the photos are from the job he performed himself. If he is using "sample" or "stock" staging photos, probably they have not performed any jobs worth compiling. 

Ask for client references, including email address and/or telephone numbers if possible. Then check at least three of the references. 

Ask the home stager for proof of liability insurance. If he uninsured, then you may be help responsible for any injuries or damages that happen as a result of the home staging.

See to it that you're provided with a clearly written contract and that you are aware of and understand all of its aspects. If something is not clear to you, or something you've discussed is not stated there, ask for clarification. Trust your instincts. You'll know if you have a good feeling from the converstion with the stager. You'll notice if he is well organized, takes photographs, and makes notes. If you feel youre not treated with courtesy, professionalism, and respect, don't sign any contract and look somewhere else. 

If you're looking for professional and expert services on home staging in Brisbane, visit Castle Hire by following the given links: https://homestagingbrisbane.net.au/.

11/08/2014 11:24

The Cost For Hiring a Home Staging Company

When you contact a home staging company, request for an estimate. Most home staging firms will be more than happy to provide you with a free estimate and it's rarely a long process. Bear in mind that it's only an estimate, and estimates could be quite off. But unless something unexpected happens between the estimate and the actual service, an estimate should be relatively precise.     

Get at least three estimates from three different home staging companies and then make some calculations. Pricing for the services provided by home stagers can vary over a vast range, just like any other service. Some charge per hour and some charge for a set fee for the whole job. Make sure you find out how they determine the rate to help you make a sound decision. Some factors affecting fees include the average amount of time houses have been on the market in your region, the asking price of your house, and the condition of your house.

The asking price could play a big factor in what you're supposed to be willing to pay for home staging services. Some certified home stagers bring in furniture for hire which can increase the rate but likewise increase the value of your property as well as make the sale process significantly faster. Some just charge too high to make it pay off. 

Be straightforward and find out what the home stager is planning to do, what he plans to bring in, and what the possible cost is. Keep in mind that the higher the asking price of the property, the more you could spend to have it styled by professional home stagers. 

If you need expert services in home staging Brisbane, visit Castle Hire by following the given links: www.castlehire.com.au/home+styling+brisbane.php.

19/09/2013 15:01

Home Styling Tips: Types of Color Combinations

Whether you are choosing a paint colour for your wall, picking furniture or home accessories, you want the colours to work together, as the wrong colours can be a real eyesore. So to know what colours can well together, learn these types of colour combinations: 

Complementary Colours

Complementary colours are those that lie opposite to each other on the colour wheel. Green and red, for example. But that combination is quite strong, except for Christmas decors or gifts. But think of a rosy pink living room with sage green accents. Also, you can consider yellow and purple, and orange and blue. This is when "shades" and "tints" come into play.    

Monochromatic Colour Combination

The monochromatic colour combination is about using one colour in a variety of shades or intensities. This makes colours in any space looking and feeling harmonious. When you choose this colour combination, make sure you lean toward a number of shades and tints. However, stay away from contrasting ones. Otherwise, the colour scheme will appear uneven.For example, if you use the colour blue, you can incorporate different shades and tints of blue like navy blue, powder blue, azure, and blue gray. This colour sheme is a favourite among contemporary interior designers.

Three or More Colors

A more complex colour scheme is one that involves 3 or more colours, using 3 equidistant colours such as green, purple, and orange; and red, yellow, and blue. 

Split Complement

This colour combination is comprised of 3 colours, one primary or intermediate colour and 2 colours on its opposite sides. For example, instead of combining purple with yellow, change the mix to purple with yellow-green and orange-yellow. Or instead of red and green, go with green and red-orange and red-violet.  

Tetrad Combination

The Tetrad colour scheme involves using four colours that are equally spread around the colour wheel, such as red, purple, green, and yellow. If you think this colour combination is too much, keep in mind that colours used for interiors are diluted most of the time. Therefore, red can be pale peach; purple can be dark eggplant or blue-purple; green can be moss green; and yellow can be cream. 

If you need assistance in home styling in Brisbane from the experts, visit the Castle Hire website at http"//www.castlehire.com.au/.  

 

19/09/2013 11:34

Home Staging Tips: How to Achieve Balance and Harmony

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Spaces that display harmony and balance are more visually pleasing, and make more effective use of the space available. To keep any room from looking dull or one-sides, consider the following tips on furniture arrangement:  
 
* Do not place heavy and tall furniture pieces in the same area of your room. Mix smaller and bigger items throughout your space, but keep in mind the scale of those you put right next to each other. You would not want to place a beautiful round table by an overrsized, comfy armchair. A bulky chair needs a larger end table. So how do you achieve harmony by mixing smaller and bigger pieces? Keep in mind that smaller pieces can balance out a visually heavier item. Two relatively small armchairs and a table balance a bigger sofa.    
 
* Balance does not only apply to the scale and size of your furniture pieces. You can also achieve balance in their colours and materials as well. 
 
* As much as possible, do not leave items sitting alone in a room. Connect your furniture pieces by placing lamps or tables nearby. For example, if a sofa is placed in the center of a room facing the fireplace, anchor it by putting a table behind it.  
 
* Use different heights of items as well as accessories. You want the eyes to move up and down.
 
* For added interest, pull your pieces away from your wall. If your sofa is pushed against the wall, consider putting a table behind it to pull it into the space.   
 
* When possible, angle furniture. This will take the rough edges of your room off. A dresser or a desk often looks better when angled across a corner than pushed straight against the wall. Angles make a space warmer and display a casual, lived-in style. 
 
* If your room has a large bay window or curved mantel, a round or semi-circle furniture arrangement can complement it. 
 
* If your psace lacks interesting architectural details, consider adding French door or moulding to add visual interest. 
 
* Keep in mind that space will be more inviting and relaxing is they're not overfilled with furniture pieces. If you have an items that ruins the balance of your room or is not often used, consider transferring it to another room, storing it, or getting rid of it.   
 
If you lack the knowledge and skills in home staging, contact a reliable display furniture hire company like Castle Hire. Visit their website and take advantages of their expertise in home styling: CastleHire.com.au
 
19/09/2013 10:45

Good Furniture Arrangement Tips to Sell a Home Fast

Proper arranging of furniture pieces hugely affects the overall appeal, feel, and look of your space. However, doing it right is a challenge to most home owners. So here are some tips and guidelines on how to arrange your pieces for a fast sale. 
 
Space
Analyzing the space you have and its contents is the beginning of good funiture arrangement. When planning the arrangement of any room, carefully think about its function, convenience, and traffic flow. 
 
Focal Point
Determine the focal point of your space. Look for the dramatic element that can draw the attention of people. If you space has a stunning feature, such as a picture window or fireplace, center your furniture pieces around it. If it does not have a natural focal point, make one with furnishings. An interesting artwork display or photo wall, dramatic window treatments, a nicely crafted sofa, or a large beautiful mirror can help define your room.     
 
Floor Plan 
 
Graphing a floor plan is an important step but commonly overlooked by those who want to sell their home. To save you energy and plan the positioning of your pieces well, use templates in graphing paper to "arrange" your pieces without having to move them around the room. Here's how to do it: 
 
* Draw a floor plan of your space using graphing paper. Use 1 graph square for each foot of the actual space of your room. Make sure you include staircases, fireplaces, windows, doors, and the focal point of the space. 
 
* Measure main furniture piece and create a templace of each piece. 
 
* After cutting out the templates, colour them based on the piece they represent. This will give you a good idea as to how colour is mixed throughout the space.  
 
* Move them around to figure out the best furniture arrangement, before actually moving the first piece.
 

If your furniture pieces are old and unpresentable, and you lack home staging skills, the outcome might turn potential home buyers off. So consider seeking the help of a good display furniture hire company like Castle Hire. Visit their website and sell your home fast and at the best price possible. 

18/09/2013 18:33

Home Staging Tips for Long and Square Living Rooms

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For many people, home styling is a challenge. One wrong mistake and you can create an uninviting or even offensive space. So here are some home staging tips and guidelines for long and square rooms. 
 
Long Rooms
 
Place furniture pieces in contradiction to size in order to avoid emphasizing the room's length. This means that a larger couch is positioned perpendicular to the longest wall. If the space is extremely wide and still long, divide the the room into additional areas, designed for a specific purpose, e.g. a reading nook.   
 
Square Rooms
 
If the space is small, furniture pieces should be positioned along the walls, in parallel. Grouping the pieces is also ideal, positioning them either parallel or perpendicular. If the space is wide, move the same furniture group around corners, working off the angles.   
 
Arrangement
 
There are so many good ways to arrange furniture around a living room. A general rule is creating a main "island" to promote a primary area where home owners and guests can converse and bond with each other.
 
Perpendicular Positioning   
 
Two loveseats are positioned perpendicular to each other, at right angles. Additional pieces, such as chairs and tables can be placed to support the sofas, often to build off angles. also, you could play off an asymmetry between the different components of the room.
 
Parallel Positioning
 
Two sofas are positioned face to face. One can be replaced with 2 chairs placed side by side. A rug and/or coffee table fills in the gap. 
 
For professional and expert assistance in home staging in Brisbane, visit the website of Castle Hire by following the given links. 
 

 

18/09/2013 17:30

How to Arrange Furniture to Make a Small Living Room Look Bigger

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There are a lot of home staging tips you can apply to make your small living room appear larger. The way you arrange your furniture pieces can greatly affect the look of your space in terms of size. Here are some ideas:
 
Choose visually lightweight pieces.
 
Consider the visual of your furniture pieces and not only on their actual size. Light coloured pieces with visible or long legs look lighter than boxy or dark coloured ones. Your space will feel more open if you choose slender, leggy chairs or tables. They fool the eyes and make people see a room to be more spacious than it actually is since the space underneath these furniture is exposed. Glass pieces take up little space as well.    
 
Use neutral colour.
Using a neutral colour scheme all throughout your living room is one of the best ways to sort of push your walls back. The eye can freely roam through a neutral colour combination, making the space feel more spacious. Light and soft colours like pastels, white, cream can make your space brighter and therefore more expansive.
 
Emphasize the vertical.
At all times, the space of a room includes more than just its horizontal dimensions. Encourage the eye to move above and below eye level. You can emphasize the vertical by placing floor-to-ceiling draperies, long stemmed overhead lighting fixtures, long and vertical framed artworks, pictures, or mirrors.   
 
Use lighting wisely. 
Allow as much natural light as possible inside your space and make use of all available light to help make it appear larger. Use pale colours like white or cream. These colours increase the brightness of any space by reflecting light. Make sure you don't block your windows with heavy layers of fabric, and keep window treatments plain and simple.
 
If you need expert help on home staging in Brisbane, visit the website of Castle Hire at www.CastleHire.com.au
 

 

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