Spectacular Spaces; Outdoors Edition

Taking the time to make your backyard as inviting as possible is just as crucial to securing a buyer as the interior staging process is! Outdoor living space is often just as important to buyers as the kitchen and living room are, especially during prime outdoor entertaining months in the summertime.

Take it from our team of Professional Home Stagers, who have put together these tips to make sure your outdoor space looks spectacular to prospective buyers.

1. GIVE IT A GOOD SCRUB

Cleaning isn’t just a must for your home’s interior, it’s a must for the outdoors, too! Remove dust and dirt from your patio, walkways, stairs, window ledges, and outdoor furniture. Finally, hose down the concrete, you may need to use a pressure washer to wash away those stubborn layers. 

2. REFINE THE LANDSCAPING
Adding a fresh layer of mulch overtop tired looking dirt, patchy grass, and flower beds will go a long way. It will make your outdoor space look and smell brand new and well taken care of. To go the extra mile, plant some flowers in those beds and get rid of any weeds that may be visible.

3. FURNISH THE SPACE
You want buyers to visualize themselves in your space, so it has to look inviting and liveable. To make this happen, furnish your patio, deck porch, or any areas that let you naturally incorporate furniture and decor (our stagers recommend adirondack chairs). Put out a bistro table and chairs with a vase of flowers on top, or if space allows, a patio dining table or a conversation set of a loveseat and chairs. And don’t forget to remove those grill covers!

4. REMOVE WINDOW SCREENS
Window screens should be removed before you have listing photos taken of your home. This will make them look shiny and clean and allow for the most natural light.

5. POOL CARE
Make sure your pool is open and looking it’s best for photos and open houses! Skim the surface to remove debris and leaves to give it that crystal clear look.

6. MAKE IT A SHOWSTOPPER
If you have fountains, outdoor lighting, outdoor fans, fireplaces or pits- turn them on for showings. It will amp up the appeal of the space (go ahead and add some drama!) After all, you want to show off everything your space has to offer.

If you’re looking to buy or sell your home, contact us or call 410.465.6900 today and we will make sure your space looks spectacular for showings!