Preparing Your Home For Sale

What to do in Kitchens and Bathrooms

There is absolutely no doubt that the kitchen and bathrooms are the most important rooms in the house as far as the buyers are concerned. They also have the greatest impact on women who are often the major decision makers.

1. Restore the grouting to it's original condition by either cleaning it with an effective fungicide or applying a weak mixture of grouting.
2. Clean the stove and oven as close to its new condition as possible.
3. Wash and polish all vinyl, cork and tile areas.
4. Make sure the globes are 100W and blinds are open to the maximum. Brighter bathrooms and kitchens look cleaner and happier.
5. Repair dripping taps and remove all water stains from bowls.
6. Co-ordinate all towels, bath mats and curtains. If necessary, invest in a new shower curtain.
7. Put in a few leafy green plants. They humanize and freshen bathrooms and you can take them with you.
8. If the bathroom ceiling is even slightly stained or flaking, repaint it. Don't have it looking tired or old.
9. Clean exhaust fans and vents and fix any that are not functioning properly.