There’s nothing quite like a property that is picture perfect from the inside out.

Sure, it’s important that a property is clean and in good repair, but if it impresses in the looks stakes then buyers may be willing to forgive some of its faults.

That’s where home staging comes in. A stunning space will attract a lot of attention when buyers see it online, plus it will invoke an emotional connection when it’s viewed in person too.

You could be missing out on getting the best price for your property if you don’t make the effort to make it as presentable as possible.

A home stager can help you make your property look like it comes right out of an interior designer magazine, or if you’re brave you could have a go at staging for yourself.

Declutter and depersonalise

The first step to staging your property is to get rid of any items in the property that don’t need to be there. This will help create more space and will give the property a more open feeling.

If you’re living in the property then it might be a good idea to hire a storage unit so you can keep some of your stuff out of the way, such as photos and other personal items.

Aim to keep just the bare minimum at the property that you need for styling purposes.

Set the scene

Consider how each room might be used and place objects in them to help buyers imagine how they might like to use the space for themselves.

For example, you might like to place some candles or reading books on bedside tables to add a sense of calm and relaxation to bedrooms.

The living room is normally the main room of a home so make sure that this space feels spacious and arrange furniture so it’s easy for people to walk around.

Add stylish touches

You can add a bit of colour and character to a property with the help of things like art, cushions and throws.

Shops like Kmart or Ikea are great places for inexpensive items that can add a bit of flare to a property, or you might like to try to score second-hand finds somewhere like Gumtree.

Flowers and pot plants look great throughout a property too so don’t forget to add some green touches.

Make the first impression count

Pay particular attention to the exterior of the property and the first room that buyers walk into.

It can be worth adding a nice doormat to welcome visitors when they arrive, and potentially some pot plants by the front door.

Once inside you’ll want to help lure buyers in further by making the front entrance as attractive as possible. This might mean adding something like a dresser with a mirror or artwork placed on top, or a bench seat for people to take their shoes off.

Bring in the experts

Interior styling isn’t for everyone. If you don’t think you have the knack for it then you might want to bring in the staging experts.

Your real estate agent will be able to recommend a staging service for you to use who should be able to provide different packages based on how much styling your property requires

In some cases you might just need a few pointers to help get your styling on point.