From the moment the decision to sell the apartment is made we become impatient.
We want someone to come in, fall in love and say "yes".
It is true that some decisions are taken into account when making the decision, but apparently the person who came to you has already checked data such as location and cost, and now it is your time, or rather your interior spaces, to make an impression on him.
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You will be amazed to know that there are some small things you can do that will significantly increase the value of your apartment in the eyes of potential customers, and make it a real gem.
The smell, color and general atmosphere of a well-kept home will help you convey the message and will make your home increase in value.
It is inexpensive and does not require breaking, drilling or painting, but it significantly increases the perceived value of the apartment, so it is highly recommended to do this preparatory work.
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There are those who have turned it into a profession, called "home staging" - performed by interior designers or home stylists who specialize in preparing the apartment for sale.
You can use them or just roll up your sleeves and do it yourself.
Warm and homely space, courtesy of wool rug Beautiful rugs, Photography: Regev Kalaf, Design and styling: Maya Livnat Harush
Homely atmosphere increases the value of the property, courtesy of beautiful rugs, photo: Regev Kalaf, design and styling: Maya Livnat Harush
Invest already at the entrance
Even if you live in an old apartment house, be sure to cultivate the apartment from the stairwell.
The old footwear has been replaced with a new and clean one.
Today there are rugs that instead of the standard "welcome" are written humorous sentences, which produce good and light energy.
Next to the rug, if space allows, you should place an artificial flower pot.
The appearance of vegetation brings a great deal of freshness and life.
Entrance rug for the house, NIS 30, Jumbo Stock, Photo: Neve Aviani
Take care of a pleasant fragrance
A good smell does wonders.
When we enter the store and it exudes a pleasant fragrance, we want to stay in it a little longer.
The same goes for hotels, restaurants, and yes, even in the private home.
It is very important to choose soft, not too dominant fragrances.
There are fragrances that are usually loved by most people.
It is worth consulting the seller and choosing such a fragrance - it will greatly contribute to the whole atmosphere.
In addition to the sprays that are sprayed in the space, you are also welcome to spray on the textile items - the sofa, decorative pillows and hand towels in the guest bathroom.
The textile retains the scent for a longer time.
Note that there are atmosphere fragrances designed for use on textiles, which do not leave stains.
Another tip about the smell: If you want to produce a baking smell, which is also considered a fragrance that helps create a homely atmosphere, put half a glass of hot water with 2 teaspoons of cinnamon in the microwave and turn it on.
Slowly the house will be filled with the aromas of a delicious yeast cake.
Textile perfume with lavender and sage scents, 300 ml, NIS 69, Photo: Ronen Mangan
Fragrance of snowy mountain trees, 5 liters, NIS 24.99, AREON, Photo: Overseas PR
A rug will make the space homely and cozy
The apartment should be homely and cozy, radiate warmth, and generally have a place that you do not want to leave easily.
A rug will do a great job for you.
Important: Note that you are not paying a mortgage just to stretch the surface of the apartment you want to sell.
There are rugs on the market at very affordable prices, which make the purchase worthwhile even if it is just for this occasion.
Living room rugs with a geometric pattern, NIS 399.90-299.90, photo: PR
Potted plants and vegetation
Vegetation gives a very fresh feeling and brings positive energy into the space.
It is not necessary to turn your living room into a nursery, but it is recommended to choose 2-3 flower pots and place them in different places in the space.
You can of course invest in live pots, but if you are a well-known potted killer or you just do not feel like cultivating plants, today you will find a wide variety of artificial plants.
Pots of colorful figures, NIS 44.90 per unit, HAPPY LEMON, Photo: PR
Textiles will close a corner for you
The textile creates an atmosphere of carefully designed space.
A curtain, for example, greatly softens the atmosphere.
Like rugs, there are also very cost-effective items in the field of curtains, so even if you do not have one, you can find curtains ready to hang in many home decor chains.
A white curtain is classic, neutral and will suit any style and any color palette.
A pillow collection is the place to combine paint stains and the use of interesting textures.
The feeling that the pillows give is of a well-kept and designed space, and they are very important in creating the impression.
You can buy ready-made pillows, and if you are aiming for a personal style - you are welcome to choose special fabrics in Nahalat Binyamin and design a collection of pillows with a personal design.
These are pillows that may already be more expensive, but they will also be able to serve you in the new home you plan to move into.
White chiffon curtain, NIS 119, Atzma, Photo: Shachar Fleischman
Printed pillow, NIS 39, Atzmala, Photo: Shachar Fleischman
Printed pillow, NIS 39, Atzmala, Photo: Shachar Fleischman
Collection of pillows, NIS 59-217, Golf & Co., Photo: Eran Salem and Idan Malka
The importance of preparing the sleeping and bathing spaces
The bathrooms and bedrooms are your place to make a great impression.
People see these spaces as places of rest and recharging.
We all fantasize about a bedroom like in coveted boutique hotels - and what it takes to create the ambiance is a new, stretchy bedding set.
It is important that the bed is always offered when you come to see the apartment.
It is best to choose a bedding set in shades that are pleasing to the eye.
Not shouting too much, but ones that everyone can connect with.
You should combine 2-3 decorative pillows, place them on the proposed bed and complete the atmosphere with a white curtain.
In the bathroom, place a set of towels wrapped in a ribbon and a folded bathrobe on a stool or even on the side of the bath.
This is the kind of addition that will make your bathroom look like a hotel bathroom, and it makes a lot of impression.
Set of 4 face and body towels, Arad Textile, NIS 179, Photo: Adi Gilad
Powder bath towel robe, Arad Textile, NIS 209-227, Photo: Adi Gilad
Bedding set in stone shades, NIS 369-539, Arad Textile, Photo: Adi Gilad
Candles are a winning card
If you promise to remember to turn them all off at the end of the day, there is no doubt that the candles will close all the corners for you and bring a sea of atmosphere into the space.
You should match the scents of the candle to the scent of the perfume you purchased, to avoid unnecessary mixing of scents, or just buy odorless candles.
Candles designed in different sizes, and especially when a gentle flame flickers in them, will do an excellent job.
Scatter them in the living room and bedroom and keep out of flammable materials and out of reach of children.
Cotta-colored cylindrical candle, NIS 22.90-39.90, ZARA HOME, Photo: Overseas PR
Scented candle, NIS 79.90, Lalin, Photo: vipdesign
Vases are designed for sophistication
Choose 2-3 vases of different sizes and place them in the space.
A cluster of vases will do a good and noticeable job to the eye.
In the largest vase make sure to place a bouquet of flowers.
When you order it, make sure you have one that will last, with lots of greenery and hardy flowers.
The vases and flowers will bring important color spots into the space and give it a degree of sophistication.
Glass vases, NIS 99.90-149.90, CASTRO HOME, Photo: Udi Dagan
Terra cotta vase, for NIS 79.90, HAPPY LEMON, Photo: PR
The rabbit who would be happy to get out of the hat
Make sure you always have a seasonal drink, glasses and something sweet waiting on the living room table.
These are small details, but sometimes become the most important.
In summer, combine a jug of cold water with fresh mint and lemon.
In winter, a teapot with special teas.
Decorated teapot, 325 shekels per package, TLAB, Photo: Efrat Eshel
Just to understand what change you have made, it is worth photographing the space before and after.
There is a situation that after this small upgrade you yourself will not want to leave the house.
The budget with which you can produce the change, ranges on average between NIS 1,500-2,900.
It can be more or less, depending on what exactly you choose.
There is no doubt that the value you will get for the upgrade will be much greater.
This is especially true for the sale of an apartment, but it is certainly possible to adopt the upgrade even when it comes to an apartment for rent where you plan to raise the rent.
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