5 Things to Store Before Marketing Your Property
Decluttering smartly to help your property feel spacious and inviting
When selling your home, first impressions count. Buyers often decide within minutes whether they can picture themselves living in a space. That can be hard for them to do if the rooms feel cluttered or too personal. Decluttering is a simple but powerful way to make your home feel more open, tidy and appealing.
Using short-term storage is the perfect solution. Organising your belongings and storing them is a great way to tidy up and to ensure that your home will appear as spacious as possible. This will enable perspective buyers to visualize their furniture in the space and for them to imagine living in your house. 1st Choice Removals provide short-term storage solutions to aid this process. In the following guide, we highlight five things that are worth storing while your home is on the market.
1. Extra Furniture
Too much furniture can make rooms look smaller than they are. If you have extra chairs, side tables, bookcases or even bulky footstools, consider placing them into storage.
- Stick to essential pieces that show off the room’s purpose
- Leave enough space for people to walk around easily
- Aim for a balanced, open layout that does not feel cramped
Less furniture can make the space feel lighter and more flexible.
2. Personal Photos and Keepsakes
While your personal items make a house feel like home for you, they can make it harder for buyers to picture themselves living there.
- Store family photos, souvenirs, certificates and personal art
- Clear fridge doors of magnets, notes and postcards
- Keep surfaces as neutral and tidy as possible
This creates a blank canvas that appeals to more people.
3. Out-of-Season Clothing and Gear
Bulky coats, boots, sports equipment and holiday decorations often take up valuable space, especially in hallways, wardrobes or under-stair storage.
- Pack away anything you won’t need over the next few weeks
- Freeing up storage areas helps show off their size and usefulness
- Buyers tend to check inside built-in wardrobes and cupboards
The more you can clear out, the bigger your storage will appear.
4. Kids' Toys and Pet Supplies
A few well-organised items are fine, but too many can make rooms feel busy or hard to navigate.
- Choose a small selection of tidy toys to leave out
- Store pet beds, scratching posts or excess feeding bowls
- Keep play areas clean and easily presentable for viewings
The aim is to show a calm, clutter-free space that is easy to manage.
5. Items You Have Already Packed for Moving
Whilst it is beneficial to start the packing process early, it is not ideal to have boxes piled up around the house as they, not only get in the way, but also make the house feel cluttered.
- Move packed boxes into storage to keep rooms looking clear
- Avoid stacking things in garages or corners, as buyers will still want to view those areas
- You will thank yourself later when moving day arrives
Make It Easier on Yourself and Your Buyers
Decluttering before a sale is not just about appearances. It can help speed up the selling process, reduce stress and give you a head start on moving. If you need flexible, secure storage while your home is on the market, visit www.1stchoiceremovals.net to find out how we can help.
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