as much as you once did. On top of that, improperly applied wallpaper can begin to peel and is nearly impossible to remove without causing damage to the walls — damage that then has be to be repaired before painting can begin. Wallpaper is great if you are designing your home and plan to stay for a long time. For selling purposes, stick to paint. For these reasons, nearly every agent working today will encourage a seller to remove wallpaper and switch to paint before listing, especially if the wallpaper is bold and daring. It is worth noting, though, that wallpaper is making a comeback. If you spend time watching shows like Property Brothers, you will have noticed it showing up in nurseries and laundry rooms on occasion. Given this, there is no harm in checking with a real estate agent to see if there are buyers in the area who are actually interested in the more modern designs of wallpaper. Still, should you go this route, approach with extreme caution and do not proceed without doing your homework first.
LIGHTING
Lighting can have a huge effect on the way your home looks. A well-lit home is warm and inviting, while not having enough light can highlight flaws and make your home look dark and dingy. There are many things that you can do to improve lighting and make a good impression on buyers when they walk through your home. • Bulbs. Upgrading your lighting from older 60W incandescent bulbs to 100W-equivalent LED bulbs will both give you more light and save you money in the long
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