Popcorn Ceilings If a home contains a popcorn ceiling (also known as a “textured ceiling” or a “stucco ceiling”), it instantly communicates to a home buyer that it has not been modernized. Popcorn ceilings were popular from the 1950s all the way to the 1980s as an inexpensive, ubiquitous alternative to cover up imperfections and unadorned drywall. To modern eyes, it looks more like a dreary Motel 6 than a warm home. Removal of popcorn ceilings, like wallpaper, is a labor-intensive affair, so be sure to get it done before your open house. In addition, be sure to look for asbestos, which can make or break a closing if detected by a One of the most common trends from the mid-2000s is a glass mosaic backsplash for your kitchen or bathroom. While it may have looked good then because of its relative scarcity, today it is nearly everywhere. Consider replacing it with marble tiling or plain white subway tile to obscure your home’s last appointment with an interior designer. Bold Paint The first thing that a home buyer sees when viewing a house for the first time is the color — first the exterior and then the individual rooms. Essentially, this first impression of colors sets the stage for the home’s other features, including furnishings, decorations, and architecture. If a bold color is applied to the exterior, like a light pink, potential buyers that like to blend in may be put off. If a room is too dark, such as dark red, or too bright, such as chromatic yellow, the features of the home may be muted or obscured as they compete for visual attention. Neutralizing your home is the best option (see “Neutral Colors” below), as buyers can project their own color palette to their tastes without being influenced home buyer or inspector. Glass Mosaic Backsplash
by your preferences. Converted Spaces
It is a modern notion to have our spaces fit our personalities, lifestyles, quirks, and interests. That works just fine when you’re living there, but
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