Attracting more viewings and selling your property is much easier when you properly stage bedrooms.
The reason is simple – bedrooms sell a property, and it’s easy to understand why: we spend more time in our bedrooms than in any other room. Sleeping, reading, watching TV, getting it on… all these things are in your bedroom.
So, when people look at properties on Rightmove or any other housing app, they are interested in bedroom size and layouts.
Of course, you can’t change a bedroom’s size or shape, but staging helps make the best use of space and make your bedrooms inviting. It’s one less thing your prospective buyers have to scoff at when looking at listings.
Make sense? Read on for bedroom staging advice.
What is bedroom staging?
Staging prepares your bedroom to maximize its appeal to potential buyers or renters.
It involves decluttering, arranging furniture, optimizing lighting, using neutral colors, and adding tasteful accessories to make your space inviting.
You want to highlight your bedroom’s best features, create a welcoming atmosphere, and help viewers envision themselves living there.
Professional stagers or homeowners can implement these techniques, often resulting in faster sales and higher prices.
How to stage your bedroom
Get a statement bed
A new bed frame can be the difference between selling your home quickly or not.
Velvet beds look fantastic, and if you get one with ottoman storage, you can easily store things away when people view your property.
Sleigh beds are a popular choice for their classical appearance, or you can sell the dream with a TV bed and enjoy a mesmerizing multimedia experience.
Pictured: Flintshire Leona 5ft king-size sleigh bed frame. Priced £559, available from Bedstar.
Declutter and depersonalize
Remove personal items, excess furniture, and clutter. Clear surfaces, organize closets and remove family photos.
This creates a blank canvas, allowing potential buyers to envision their belongings in the space. Keep only essential furniture and a few tasteful decorative items.
Deep clean everything
Thoroughly clean the room, including windows, baseboards, and light fixtures. Steam clean carpets or polish hardwood floors. Ensure there are no unpleasant odors.
A spotless room suggests a well-maintained home and creates a positive impression on potential buyers.
Pictured: Birlea Monaco 5ft king size ottoman bed, great for space saving in the bedroom and storing away clutter. The Birlea pictured above is £522, available from Bedstar.
Use neutral bedding and window treatments
Choose high-quality, neutral-colored bedding and window treatments. Whites, beiges, or soft grays work well.
Neutrals create a calm, inviting atmosphere and appeal to a wider range of tastes. Ensure window treatments allow maximum natural light into the room.
Occasional red
A pop of red in your bedroom can help your listing photos stand out.
A bright red lamp, wall art, or cushions can give your bedroom enough personality to attract interest without being gaudy. And if you don’t like red, a pop of orange or yellow will do just fine, too.
Pictured: Julian Bowen pickwick 4ft 6 double pine bed frame, within a vibrant and bold red bedroom design.
Optimize furniture layout for space and flow
Arrange your bedroom furniture to maximize space and create a logical flow. Position the bed as the focal point, typically against the longest wall.
Leave enough space around furniture for easy movement. Remove any furniture that makes your bedroom feel cramped.
Add soft lighting with bedside lamps
Install warm, soft lighting to create a cozy ambiance. Place matching bedside lamps on nightstands for symmetry and functionality.
Ensure all bulbs are working and have the same color temperature. Good lighting can make your room feel larger and more inviting.
Include minimal, tasteful accessories
To create visual interest without clutter, add a few carefully chosen accessories, such as a piece of neutral artwork, a small plant, or decorative pillows.
These touches can add warmth and style to your room without overwhelming it—perfect when you don’t know what people’s tastes are.
Published by: Nelly Chavez
