05/09/2026
✨ 10 Things to Remove When Staging Your Home ✨
When preparing your home for sale, it’s not just about what you add — sometimes, less is more. 🤎
Here are 10 things worth removing before your listing photos and open homes:
1. Family photos – Help buyers picture themselves living in the home by creating a more neutral presentation.
2. Half your closet – A packed wardrobe can make storage feel limited. Remove what you can and neatly store it elsewhere.
3. Countertop clutter – Keep kitchen and bathroom surfaces as clear as possible to create a clean, spacious feel.
4. Extra furniture – Too much furniture can make rooms feel smaller. If in doubt, take a piece out and let the space breathe.
5. Everything on the fridge – Magnets, school artwork, photos and notes can create visual clutter, especially in listing photos.
6. Bold or highly personal décor – Strong colours, themes or very specific styles can distract buyers from seeing the home itself.
7. Pet evidence – Bowls, beds, crates and litter trays can be distracting. Where possible, pack them away before viewings.
8. Bathroom personal items – Toothbrushes, razors and half-used bottles should be tucked away to keep bathrooms feeling fresh and inviting.
9. Oversized rugs – The wrong-sized rug can make a room feel smaller and hide beautiful flooring. Choose your rugs carefully.
10. Valuables & medications – Keep personal, valuable and sensitive items safely stored away during viewings and open homes.
At Elle James – Home Styling, we love helping homeowners make thoughtful styling choices that showcase their home’s best features and appeal to a wider range of buyers.
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