Home staging is about making your house look clean and inviting. This is especially true when it comes to your bathrooms. Most people think of the bathroom as a place where they will be getting ready for their day. If your bathrooms look dirty or unsanitary, this could sabotage all of your other home staging efforts. Nothing has the chance to seal the deal as much as the bathroom, do don’t underestimate the importance of including this room in your home staging efforts. Let’s look at what it takes to transform your bathroom into a persuasive home seller.

The number one thing people look for in a bathroom is light. Poorly lit bathrooms are a deal killer for your house. People want bright lights in the bathroom so they can see to shave, apply makeup and complete all of their personal care activities. If your bathroom doesn’t have the lighting it needs, you can add some sconces on either side of the bathroom mirror. They don’t cost a lot and they distribute light evenly throughout the space.

The decorating in your bathroom should be neutral. You may have desire to fix up your bathroom with items that have special interest for you. But potential home buyers may or may not share your taste in décor. So instead of  brightly colored parrots or fish designs, you’ll want to stick with a neutral, simple decorating scheme. It may seem boring to you, but it will allow everyone else looking at your home to imagine adding their own personal touch to the room.

Obviously, if you have any water damage or plumbing issues in the bathroom, you’ll need to get those fixed before showing your home. If buyers think that the first thing they’ll have to do after purchase is fix the toilet, they’ll likely mark your home off the list and move on.