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The Role Proper Lighting Plays In Making Your Home More Appealing To Buyers

Friday, October 10, 2014 @ 6:27 PM
Posted By: Rashna Chotai

 Remember the last time you visited an upscale furniture showroom? The 

furniture and fixtures on display probably looked great. The colours and 
textures jumped out at you. It was a feast for the eyes!
There is a good reason for this: lighting. 
Of course, the quality of the products has a lot to do with how appealing 
they look when on display. But smart retailers know that proper lighting is 
key to making those products look their best. In fact, some retailers even 
hire lighting consultants!
What does this have to do with selling your home quickly, and for the best 
price?
Obviously, when showing your property to potential buyers, you want your 
home to look its very best. Proper lighting can be a big help.
When preparing your home for sale, review the lighting in each room and 
make sure the space is sufficiently well lit. You want the lighting to be strong 
enough to prevent dark or shadowy areas, yet not so strong that it's 
uncomfortable for the eyes.
As a rule of thumb, the total wattage of lights in a room should equal the 
room's square footage times 1.5. So, if a room is 120 square feet and has 
three light sources (ceiling light and two lamps) then the bulbs in each 
should be 60 watts.
Pay particular attention to traditionally dark areas, such as the garage, 
basement, and closets. Make sure those areas are well lit.
If you have a viewing scheduled during the day, take advantage of natural 
light through windows. Open the curtains! 
Finally, one of the most important areas is the foyer. Always make sure the 
entrance has sufficient lighting. You don't want buyers to think they've 
entered the home of classic TV's The Adam's Family!
Want more ideas for preparing your home for sale? Call today.
 
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