准备销售时, homeowners often focus on curb appeal and interior staging to entice 买家. Staging outdoor areas—decks, 天井, and other gathering spots—can also add to your property’s appeal. An inviting outdoor space encourages 买家 to see it as an extension of the indoor space, adding virtual square feet to the home.

洗东西

从一个干净的空间开始. 使用软管, 权力垫圈, or damp cloth to get rid of pollen, 蜘蛛网, 黄蜂巢穴, and similar unwelcome things. If you have a deck, pergola, or other wooden feature, give it a fresh coat of stain. Are your chairs rusty or rotted? 更换或移除它们. Make sure cushions are free of mold and mildew.

软化你的空间

Hard materials, such as wood or concrete, can be cold or unwelcoming. Add an outdoor area rug— preferably one that adds texture and color—and accent pillows to seating. Is there a side to your space that overlooks a street, 空调机组, 或者类似的不受欢迎的视图? Hang an outdoor curtain or sunshade.

点亮夜晚

People don’t only use their outdoor space during the day—especially in Texas. Install outdoor string lights, 装饰灯笼, or solar powered lighting to illuminate your space. Place small, battery powered lamps on tables to brighten corners or add ambience.

让植物活跃起来

Whether it’s flowers or succulents in pots, 爬满柱子的藤蔓, 或者修剪整齐的灌木丛, plants add appealing textures and colors to your space. Even a vase of bright artificial flowers is better than nothing.

These tips can help you improve or transform your outdoor space into a place where 买家 want to spend time. For more advice on preparing your home for sale, talk to a REALTOR®.