Spare room ideas that sell homes!
You have probably got a room or somewhere in your home that you don't really have a use for.
Somewhere that you leave things until you know where to put them.
Unfortunately, that area becomes the home for this random collection of things.
Just imagine if you could utilise this space to make your home irresistible to buyers?
You have probably got a room or somewhere in your home that you don't really have a use for.
Often, if there is no apparent use for a space, it will gradually become a dumping ground.
Somewhere that you leave things until you know where to put them.
Suitcases after you have unpacked from a holiday.
The packaging for something that you have purchased and are not 100% about keeping.
Cardboard boxes full of the kid's school work from last year.
The z-bed for when you have guests
That set of dumbbells and swiss-ball that you occasionally dig out when feeling motivated to get fit.
You don't necessarily want to get rid of these things, but they don't have a 'home' as such.
Unfortunately, that area becomes the home for this random collection of things.
When you come to putting your property on the market and inviting people into your home, you may even find yourself apologising for this space.
Just imagine if you could utilise this space to make your home irresistible to buyers?
Using that space correctly could make all the difference to your buyer. Perhaps encouraging them to choose your home over someone else's.
Here are just a few ideas for how you can use that room to appeal to buyers.
Home office: Many people have had to work from home in recent years, perhaps for the first time. There have been lots of reports of makeshift offices at kitchen tables and a rise in the sales of garden offices. It looks as if the trend for flexible working and working from home is here to stay, so a dedicated home office could be the key for your buyers.
Craft/hobby: If you or anyone in your family has ever taken up a hobby or craft, you will know that there is always lots of paraphernalia that goes with it. Imagine having a room for all things craft, art and hobbies where you could while away a few hours on the weekend doing something that you love?
Library/snug: Any bookworm would love a library (me included) with a lovely comfy chair and a hot cup of tea. This would work particularly well if your spare room is relatively small.
Cinema: If you have a larger room to work with, you could have a cinema room, with a projector screen and sofas.
Games/playroom: Many people have a kids playroom, but if you turn that idea on its head, it could also be used as a grown-ups games room. Using storage boxes or cupboards to hide the kids' stuff would allow you to double up the games room for adults too! Table football or pool, or perhaps a card table for casino night?
Gym/Yoga/Meditation room: A room just for peace and quiet - sounds like heaven! A room of zen for meditation, or a home gym, could definitely persuade a health-conscious buyer.
Studio: If the room has excellent natural light, it could be great for painting or photography and could even be a gallery for your artwork.
Dressing room: a walk-in dressing room that even a real housewife or Carrie Bradshaw would be proud of! The ultimate luxury is to have an entire room dedicated to your clothes.
Mancave: Imagine having a room simply for the man of the house to get his own space? Often this is the garage or garden shed, but if you have the room, why not let him inside?!
Bar/wine cellar: A home bar is a winner for most people. All of those random liqueurs you have collected over the years will have somewhere to live now - you may even free up a cupboard in your kitchen now! Ideal for pre-drinks before a night out or a nightcap after a dinner party.
Any of these options would be far more enticing to a buyer than just a space to store random things.
Why not have a clear out of that space in your home? Maximise its use to stand out from the crowd.
You may even increase the value!