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| A pretty bed gives a message to buyers. But there's more... |
When it comes to bedrooms, I have blogged about the headboard, the color scheme, the style, the bedskirt, the essentials, and the furniture a staged bedroom should have.
But when I came across this post on Apartment Therapy about the importance of making your bed every day, I realized I couldn't say it better why an unmade bed is the kiss of death for someone staging her home.
In a nutshell, the author claims -- even proves through personal experience -- that the simple act of making your bed daily
- Starts your day with a positive habit.
- Makes you happier all around.
- Helps you achieve other goals.
When your home is on the market and you live in it, keeping the place show-ready can be a challenge. The simpler you can make your life in this transitional phase of your life, the better.
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| A puffy duvet takes the work out of bed making. Also, if your bed is stationed with space on both sides, the job goes more quickly. |
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| The bed is usually the focal point in a staged bedroom, so it needs to look "finished." |
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| How do the MLS photos of your bedrooms look? An interesting bed is essential. It needn't be fancy, but the way it's made up, is what creates a winning photo. |
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| Bed making is an excellent habit for children to learn. Make it easy for them. |
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| A staged bed needs at least three and no more than five fluffy pillows. Keep the colors simple and harmonious. Photo: BHG |
I have no choice but to make my bed first thing every morning. If I don't, my beagle will be laying her face where I'll lay mine that evening. I know where that nose has been. So, yes, I pull those covers and fluff those pillows pronto.
Making your bed just feels good. Try it.
Photos from Traditional Home except where noted otherwise.
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