suitable alternative. Also, take a good look at your laundry room and linen closet. Adding extra shelving in these places can have a big impact.
LET THERE BE LIGHT
Use light to enhance your home's appeal. Proper lighting is one of the most cost-effective ways to show off your home. First, be sure to replace all burned out bulbs. Then assess the lighting in each area of your home to get an idea where to let in more or less light. Dim lighting gives everything in the house a dingy feel while harsh light is unflattering. A lightly painted room still needs sufficient light so the room does not appear drab. Lamps strategically placed will give the bedrooms a peaceful, restful feel. Avoid harsh lighting in the bedrooms. On the other hand, the closet light should be bright. Kitchen and bathrooms are paramount. These areas can make or break a sale. Be sure the light over the sink area is sufficient and working properly. Mounting track lighting underneath cabinets gives the counters a chance to shine aesthetically and functionally. If you have a hood over the stove, install clear bulbs to ensure the brightest light. Lighting in the bathroom needs to be intense without being harsh. Supplemental light is necessary for rooms with smaller windows or little natural light. Increase the wattage of light bulbs in your lamps to improve artificial light. As a rule of thumb, there should be 100 watts for each 50 square feet of space.
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