Preparing Your Home For Photography

When preparing your home for photography, creating an inviting and appealing environment that showcases your property in the best light is essential. High-quality photos can significantly impact potential buyers' first impressions, making it crucial to present each space at its most attractive. By following these guidelines, you can ensure that every room and area of your home is ready to capture in the best possible way.

Kitchen

• Tidy and remove all items from Bechtops including appliances.

• Remove all dishes from the sink including drying racks.

• Remove all tea towels.

• Clear off all fridge magnets.

• Add a bowl of fresh fruit to the kitchen bench for colour.

• Remove any rubbish bins.

• Remove pet bowls and litter trays.

Living Areas

• Remove all unnecessary furniture and clutter to create an impression of space

• Turn on lamps and ensure they are working.

• Replace any faulty light globes.

• Ensure all curtains are hooked up properly and open.

• Remove sheer curtains altogether if possible.

• Add fresh flowers.

Bedrooms

• Make beds.

• Turn on lamps.

• Clear all items off bedside tables.

• Reduce items on dressing tables and drawers.

• Light candles.

Bathrooms

• Put fresh, fluffy, matching towels in the bathrooms.

• Clean shower screens, basins and mirrors.

• Remove all bottles and other hanging items from the shower.

• Remove all items except for decorative bottles from the basin.

• Remove waste from linen baskets.

• Light candles.

Entertaining Area

• Clear off outdoor settings.

• Add wine glasses and a bottle of wine or champagne.

• Light candles.

• If you have a poo make sure it is sparkling clean and free of clutter.

• Remove creepy crawly and other cleaning equipment from your pool.

In the Garden and Street Front

• Mow the lawns

• Store toys out of sight

• Remove pet droppings

• Keep cars out of sight (garage)

Once you’ve completed the initial preparations, take a final walkthrough of your home to make sure everything is in place. Check for any last-minute adjustments and ensure that all areas look as pristine as possible. Small details, like adjusting light levels or re-straightening items, can make a big difference in the final photos. By following these steps, you’ll enhance the visual appeal of your home and attract potential buyers more effectively.