Knowing whether it is the right time to sell your home or not can be tricky. With the market fluctuating some may argue there never is the perfect time.

When you do come to sell, you want to make sure your property stands out and can sell for a decent price. Part of making sure this happens is to cast a critical eye over your interior. Whilst a complete overhaul may be out of your budget, there are some small changes you can make to increase the value of your property.

Refresh with a coat of paint

Every homeowner has a unique style to reflect in their home. When it comes to selling, however, it pays to make your home more of a blank canvas.

This doesn’t mean having white walls in every room, but any colour schemes should be softer and more subtle. You could decorate according to the atmosphere in each room. For example, bedrooms are supposed to be relaxing, calm spaces so soft blues and greens help to create that vibe.

Even if you want to keep the current colours, a refresh to freshen everything up will help the place look cared for and new.

Enhance storage solutions

Clutter is something that comes with modern living, but too much can make it hard for prospective buyers to see your home for how wonderful it is.

Storage is something that most homes need, even if they aren’t looking to see! By planning properly, you can make sure that all space is used properly. Alcoves, for example, are beautiful design features but they can also be used for storage. You could install some floating shelves and turn them into a bookcase, or create bespoke alcove storage and turn it into a display area for your favourite collectables.

Upgrade lighting fixtures

Modern lighting fixtures can elevate the ambience of a room as well as help to make it feel new and up to date.

You don’t need an electrician to rewire your whole home. If you use lampshades, it is time for an upgrade. Shades tend to be better for creating soft lighting so try to focus on using them for lamps and accent lighting.

Statement fixtures work well too, especially if you are trying to focus the room. Hanging a large pendant over the dining table will help to draw the eye and create a focal point.

Update kitchen and bathroom fixtures

If your kitchen or bathroom is looking a bit tired and outdated, swapping the taps and cabinet handles for fresh ones can have a surprisingly large impact.

Black fixtures in a primarily white bathroom, for example, can stand out and help the room look clean and modern.

Kitchens are often rooms with a bit more colour, so gold accents could be the way forward. You can also give your cabinetry a fresh coat of paint, or add some vinyl cupboard wraps for a different look.