When we’re selling a property, we all have two main goals in common. The first is, ideally, we want the house to sell quickly and perfectly in time with our purchase of a new property. The second is that we want the property to be valued and sold for the maximum amount in its price range. If you’re lucky, you might get one of these, but it’s all entirely dependent on the market at the time. Of course, if you want to give yourself the best chance of selling quickly and for a good price, then you’ll want to do something about it, right? Well if this sounds like you, here’s how can use home décor to make your home appear more expensive.

Update Old Fixtures

If you’re looking for style tips to sell your house fast, then look no further than updating old fixtures throughout the house.

For example, if your windows and doors are looking a little old fashioned and worse for wear, upgrading these could be the difference between your home looking chic and modern, and it looking like it might need a little renovating once purchased. The thought of having to renovate a property, and ultimately spend extra money on it once purchased will often either put buyers off putting in an offer altogether, or cause them to believe they should be entitled to a healthy reduction on the price you’re putting the house on the market for. Neither of which are desirable from a seller’s position.

The good news about dating old fixtures, is it’s not only aesthetically pleasing, but it’s more practical too. If your doors and windows are outdated, then it’s likely that they’ll actually not be doing their job as effectively as they could be. Windows and doors are meant to protect your home from draughts in the cold, and if they’re old they might not be doing this as well as they once were. This means replacing these not only makes your home LOOK more expensive and appealing, but it’s likely to improve its energy efficiency rating, which is a big factor in choosing where to buy for a lot of people.

Add Mirrors to Your Rooms

You’d be shocked at just how much effect a simple mirror can have on a space, and it’s way more than just pretty décor.

Mirrors can actually give the illusion of a bigger space – which of course people are always willing to pay more for. Because mirrors reflect light, when placed strategically, whatever room they’re in will look brighter, more open – and most importantly, larger. It’s not necessarily going to up the value of your home, however what it will do is encourage and hopefully convince the buyer that yes, paying the full price the property is actually on the market for is justifiable by the amount of space you have to offer. You’re not lying – you’re simply extending the truth.

Keep the Tones Neutral

Not only do neutral colours make a property look more chic and therefore more expensive, but they also give potential buyers a blank canvas to work with. This means it’s easier for them to imagine what the house would look like were they able to put their stamp on it – and hopefully, they like what they see!

Stones, creams and greys are all immensely popular right now, as they lend themselves particularly well to the minimalist trend. Whereas once upon a time the more belongings you had, the more expensive it looked, nowadays it’s the opposite way around. Having the space filled with only what you deem to be worthy of being in the space not only amplifies space again, but shows you’re not trying to go over the top. The luxurious empty spaces in a room make a home look far more expensive than rooms which are filled to the brim pointlessly.

Use Art as a Statement

Last but certainly not least, consider using art as a statement, rather than simply to fill an empty wall.

You could even go a step further and dedicate the entirety of a wall to pieces of artwork. Now, the artwork itself doesn’t have to be expensive, and neither do the frames you put them into – but the way it’s arranged and organised can give the illusion of luxury. Think of an art galleries standard layout, and light up the pieces which you think adorn the space best. Remember that it doesn’t have to BE expensive to LOOK expensive, and that features sell.