Style & Staging Tip #5

Ugh, What's That Smell?

If there's one thing that can kill the allure (and potential sale) of an otherwise great house, it's an off-putting odour. Whether it's last night's curry, the wet dog, cat litter, stale air, running shoes by the door -- you name it and people WILL notice, and likely be turned off. A heavy duty clean of all surfaces is a good way to defuse any odors, but opening windows, cleaning all the upholstery and finally removing any and all of the culprits may be necessary too. Ask friends to take care of the pooch if possible, refrain from potent cooking, and explore the wide variety of products on the market if all else fails. Be diligent about this, but don't worry, it'll be well worth it when that sweet offer makes it's way to the table sooner than later.