The Laundry – Work to Make it Not Look Like Work
Today’s buyers want cheery, spacious, convenient, and well-organized laundry rooms. Today’s trends have moved laundry rooms out of the basement and into the main areas of the house — an overdue change given that the laundry room is one of the most highly trafficked rooms in the home.
Sale preparation the laundry room can be tricky — you want to show that the laundry room is large and functional enough to do those eight to ten loads of laundry a week, but you don’t want the buyer to see the room in action. Here are some ideas that help your laundry room pass inspection with even the pickiest buyer:
- Clean everything! Machine lids, floors, walls, and baseboards. Remove lint and dust from on, over, and behind the dryer.
- Remove all items from the countertops.
- Store detergent and laundry supplies out of sight.
- Put away excess hangers; they can make a laundry room look messy. Be sure the room is well lit.
- Be aware of unpleasant odours and use a fresh air machine if needed.
- Remove bins.
- Hideaway dirty laundry in the machine or in a laundry basket with a lid.
If you need to have your laundry powder out and available for use, store it in a large, clear jar with a lid. These jars are available through your local hardware store and send a message that the space is clean, safe, and hygienic.
Countertops, shelving, built-in ironing boards, and new appliances double space in a laundry area or room.
