Do you think your house is too
small for it to appeal to buyers? It happens to the best of us. The things we
own gradually end up colonizing a lot of our free space, and the house which
felt “just right” a few years ago can suddenly feel as tiny as a shoe closet.
Fortunately, there are some
simple tricks you can try to supersize your small space. Most of these tricks
are a matter of changing perspective rather than opening up more square
footage. Before you try them, consider a real effort to declutter first. If your
declutter campaign falls short, though, these tactics may come to your rescue:
Lighten up the
walls. Color can make the difference between breezy, cozy,
and claustrophobic. Dark colors on walls make them seem smaller and denser,
while lighter ones broaden your view and reflect more light. While white can be
a bit harsh, there are other cheerful tones such as lemon, mint, and cornflower
which can transform a space.
Aim high. Many
times, our gaze tends to lock onto the things in the way of our feet. If you
have zones of heavy storage occupying square footage, look for ways to get
those items off the ground. Corner shelves, hidden cabinets, and even hanging
racks can do wonders for widening up narrow spaces. Hanging pictures higher up
on walls can make rooms feel taller, too.
Widen up the
windows. Big curtain rods which extend beyond the border of
the window can make a window seem larger, and making the move to keep them open
(perhaps with sheer drapes for privacy) can let in crucial light. If you have a
little renovation money, consider adding windows to rooms where less-than-ideal
lighting conditions exist.
Cast mirror magic. Amplifying
light is a big theme here, so position large mirrors across from windows to
create “windows” where no window can exist. Even if you don’t have a window
handy, a large mirror can double up the tiniest room.
Demand double duty
furniture. Hidden storage in large furniture can be a boon for
making the most diminutive room more manageable. Take, for example, raised bed
platforms with drawers built in the frame. Look for any opportunity to hide
storage in existing objects.
Hopefully these five tips will
make your small house more spacious. I’m happy to help you assess you with
hunting down the most suitable happy buyers for your house. Drop me a line if
you’re ready for the big time!
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