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Staging your home correctly is crucial if you want to sell it fast. If you spend some time staging your property you can even bring it up to showroom standard. With the right décor, lighting and furniture, you can make the house appealing to potential buyers and increase the chance of a quick sale. During a showing, buyers need to envisage living there without your personal items cluttering their imagination.
At Squires Estates, we are dedicated to helping you sell your home for the right price and to the right buyer. We have over 20 years’ experience in selling homes Finchley, Hendon and Mill Hill, we know what works, and what doesn’t when it comes to staging. We’ve compiled a list of the top five home staging ideas, to help you with your sale. Read on to discover how to make your home irresistible to buyers!
Home staging isn’t just about making a house look tidy, it’s a proven strategy that can add significant value to your property. According to sources, professionally staged properties in the UK can achieve 8–10% higher sale prices and sell up to 70% faster than unstaged homes. Whether you’re selling a period property in Finchley, a modern apartment in Hendon, or a family home in Mill Hill, the principles are the same: highlight the home’s potential, appeal to as many buyers as possible, and create a lasting first impression.
Staging a home makes a significant difference to the property’s value and speed of sale. Here are four reasons why staging is crucial:
· Buyers can visualise themselves living there
· Staging boosts the selling price of your home
· Makes your property stand out online
· Helps sell your home faster
The first step when staging a house is to clean it thoroughly. Although it may seem obvious, clean home means a well-maintained home, something that always attracts buyers. Therefore, you should ideally clean every room in your home, including the kitchen, bathroom, living rooms and bedrooms.
It’s good to remember that odours can build up in carpets and kitchen cupboards that you may overlook, but a potential buyer will. So, you want to make sure that every part of your home looks like it’s brand new.
Staging a home should make it appear lived-in but showcase its potential. This requires getting rid of at least two-thirds of your belongings. You’ll be packing anyway, so pack away most of your things and put them into storage. Ideally, wardrobes and cupboards should not be more than one-third full.
You may also need to put some furniture into storage to make rooms appear more spacious and open. Less clutter means buyers can focus on the property itself rather than your possessions.
Next, you need to depersonalise every room. Remove all family photos, toys, fridge magnets and other keepsakes. Instead, place some tasteful, neutral artwork on the walls to create a homely atmosphere.
The bathroom should also be free of clutter like toothbrushes and razors, leaving only essentials such as hand soap and folded towels. This makes spaces feel fresh and hotel-like, exactly the impression buyers want.
Bold, brash colours can put prospective buyers off. So, you may need to tone down the décor by repainting in soft, neutral shades such as creamy white, beige, or light grey. These tones make rooms appear larger and more inviting, while also allowing buyers to imagine their own furniture and style in the space.
Top home staging tip: have fresh flowers in the hallway and fresh towels in the bathroom, small details that make a big difference.
When staging a home, you should also spruce up the garden and the home’s exterior. The lawn, flower beds, shrubs and entranceway create the first impression of the house. Consider adding flower boxes, repainting the front door, or hiring a power washer to clean the exterior and driveway.
Lastly, make sure the front door looks welcoming. A new doormat or polished brass fittings can really elevate your London home’s presentation.
At Squires Estates, we understand how much thought and effort goes into preparing a property for sale. With over 20 years of experience helping homeowners across Finchley, Hendon, and Mill Hill, our local expertise and award-winning service ensure your property is showcased to its full potential.
We’ve built our reputation on honesty, results, and customer care, something reflected in our excellent review ratings and recognition as British Property Awards winners 2025.
Whether you’re looking for tailored marketing advice, professional photography, or guidance on home staging, our team will make the selling process smooth, stress-free, and successful.
Call Squires Estates today to arrange a valuation and discover how we can help you achieve the best price for your home.
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