Home staging: why target the bathroom?
During the visit of your property, future buyers will pay particular attention to certain rooms which are of particular importance: the entrance, which will give them a first impression, the living room, a room in which we spend a lot of time, the master bedroom, the kitchen and the bathroom.
The bathroom is a body of water, and as such it is put to the test – mainly due to variations in temperature and humidity levels. Future buyers will wonder about its functionality: is it healthy, well ventilated? They will also pay attention to safety – so it is important that the electricity is up to standard.
The bathroom is finally a space dedicated to relaxation, a room in which we take care of ourselves. It is therefore essential that it be intimate, pleasant and welcoming. In the case of bathroom home staging, just like for a home staging operation in the kitchen, it may be worth asking yourself the question of the budget. Replacing your old bathtub or your traditional shower tray with a walk-in shower, for example, involves more costs, but it can pay off.
Home staging bathroom: instructions for use
Whether we are talking about home staging of the living room, the bedroom or the bathroom, the first step is always the same: it is above all a question of taking the time to examine the room and conscientiously list everything who does not go. This step is crucial for prioritizing what needs to be done.
The next step is to completely clean the bathroom, paying particular attention to the joints. It may also be necessary to redo them. The so-called “transparent” seals commonly used in the bathtub or in the shower tend to yellow under the combined effect of limestone, mold and time. It is also essential to carefully clean the joints of the tiles – even if it means redoing them.
Despite the success of waxed concrete and terrazzo in the bathroom, tiling remains the most common covering in this bathroom. Be sure to examine it carefully: if a tile moves or is damaged, replace it first – after which you can think about refinishing it. There are indeed many ways to revamp the tiling, but whatever solution you choose, the support must be perfectly clean and healthy.
When it comes to freshening up the decor, color is our best ally. This solution is indeed accessible to all budgets and easy to implement. There are now paints that can revamp all supports, including bathroom tiles. Choose neutral colors or soft colors – such as sky blue. It is indeed important to maintain a framework in which future buyers can project the style of decoration that they like.
The alternative is to use a waxed concrete type coating to revamp the bathroom and give it a contemporary and cozy style.
To bring a refined touch to the bathroom while maintaining a sober aesthetic, think of taps and accessories, which are both functional and very decorative elements.
Decluttering the room is an essential step in bathroom home staging. It is a question of eliminating superfluous furniture in order to gain in lightness. To accentuate this airy spirit, think of the wall – for example, by betting on a glass model and a large mirror.
Lighting plays a vital role in creating an intimate atmosphere in the bathroom. To pimp the room before receiving your first visitors, pay particular attention to the choice of the ceiling light or the pendant lights and wall lights.
Textiles remain essential to warm the bathroom. So don’t forget the carpet and, if necessary, the shower curtain. These accessories can also bring a little cheerfulness to your bathroom – especially if you have revamped the room in a very demure color palette.
Home staging aims to facilitate the sale of your property. It is important that your future buyers can imagine what their daily life could look like if they bought it: this is the reason why we have seen it, we are betting on sobriety. Your interior does not have to be cold for all that! To bring a little life into the bathroom, think of a simple and effective solution: indoor plants.