A property expert has shared that easy adjustments to a frequently overlooked room could boost your home's value by up to 10%. While kitchens and bathrooms typically steal the spotlight, savvy changes to the bedroom can transform it from forgettable to truly memorable — and in today's fiercely competitive market, that emotional connection can make all the difference.
Expert Tips for a Higher Sale Price
Property and staging specialist Liv Conlon has revealed that properly staging your bedroom could add up to 10% to your home's value. Even better, no costly or extensive renovation work is required; instead, minor adjustments to furniture placement, lighting and styling may be all that's needed.
The home expert argues that the bedroom ought to be regarded as far more than a purely functional space — it has become a crucial element of a property's first impression. "With platforms like Instagram, Pinterest and Rightmove setting the visual standard, expectations are high. A bedroom isn't just a room with a bed anymore - it's a sanctuary, a statement, a lifestyle indicator," she says. "Staging your bedroom in the right way can be the difference between a viewer and a buyer. It's the first impression that pulls someone in emotionally. And emotion sells far faster than logic."
Five Simple Tweaks to Increase the Chance of a Quicker Sale
- Double bed: Always incorporate a double bed, even in a compact bedroom, as it establishes the space's character and function. It shows potential buyers that the room can accommodate a proper sleeping space, rather than just a single or study set-up.
- Symmetry: Coordinating bedside tables and lamps visually balances the space and establishes a calm, refined aesthetic.
- Floating furniture: Instead of pressing items directly against the walls, maintain just five to 10cm of space around pieces to create the impression of a deliberately styled and more spacious-feeling room.
- Mirrors: Position mirrors opposite windows to reflect both natural light and outdoor views, effectively doubling the room's inherent appeal.
- Five-star experience: Adopt a "five-star hotel" mindset with crisp white sheets, oversized decor pieces like vases or frames, and subtle luxury touches like candles.
Conlon maintains that with a handful of professional techniques, even the smallest or most awkwardly shaped bedroom can be made to feel luxurious and highly desirable. With modest expenditure and substantial results, staging your bedroom could be the quickest path not only to a faster sale but also to a better selling price.
