• Clean all glass surfaces: mirrors, patio doors, and tables. • Polish all wooden surfaces. • Wipe down leather furniture. • Attack all appliances with cleaning fervor. Make them shine! • Scrub sinks, toilets, tubs, showers, faucets, and countertops. They must be impeccable! • All tiled areas, including grout must be free of discoloration, stains, and mildew. • Clean the window treatments. Wash the windows so that the natural light will enhance your living space. • Vacuum rugs, shampoo carpets, and mop floors thoroughly.
Room-by-Room List:
Kitchen: Clear the counters, leaving only three or four essential items. Keep towels, dishrags, and potholders out of sight. Soaps and cleaners should be stored under the sink. Rarely used small appliances can be packed and put in storage. If you want to draw attention to decorative shelving, put a few pieces out for show. Remove any pest control traps or poison from the pantry and closets. Appliances are not extra shelving or storage. Buyers will not want to find the microwave used as a bread box or the oven as cookware storage. Bathrooms: Make bathrooms look as though they are rarely used. Store prescription medications out of sight and out of reach. Find a safe place for jewelry, keepsakes, cosmetics, and perfumes. Store hair products and styling tools in the cabinets. Keep what you need and discard the rest.
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