Style & Staging Tip #10

Less is More
I'm sure I've stressed this in other posts, but the bottom line is: Let your house show when you sell it. Instead of jamming each room with too much furniture (and I for one am often guilty of this) make sure that each rooms special or unique characteristics can shine through. Sometimes that translates into removing a third of what's there -- sometimes it means choosing smaller pieces of furniture, ones that are more to scale with the size of the room; sometimes it means getting rid of clashing pattern and designs and choosing neutral slipcovers for chairs or sofas. Also, a big pet peeve, don't jam furniture against the walls in the house -- try and pull pieces away from the walls (at least 6 inches if possible). Don't worry, this will not make the room look smaller, it will create a more unified look that's inviting and cozy to boot. Try it, and stay tuned for more styling tips.