Better Lighting, Better Selling

Before you place that “for sale” sign, think about placing better lighting. According to MSN.com it seems that better lighting can add up to 20% to the value of a house. The lighting will give the house a better perception and that means more money when you sell. Many people go house-hunting after dark, so good lighting can make a huge impact. The Jacksonville movers, your local Jacksonville moving company, have a few tips on how to add better lighting to your house.

First, you don't need more wattage, actually less is more. Start by reducing the wattage on your fixtures. A high wattage lighting simply becomes a glare to look at and they hurt the eyes. Reduce the wattage between 25 watts and 40 watts. This will really make a difference. Your home will be welcoming as opposed to assaulting. Another small suggestion, add dimmers and adjust the level yourself.

Second, fix the lanterns around the house. Many lanterns have a clear glass that lets you see the light bulb. The attention is on the light bulb and really how many light bulbs have you seen that are attractive? Pick up some spray-on frost at the hardware store and spray your lanterns. This will give it a cloudy effect and will also set a calming mood. According to MSN.com stay away from brass because it looks old. Try and find a bronze finish for a traditional house and brushed nickel for a more modern home.

Third improvement you can do is the lighting at the front door. The front-door area is the most important focus of the house. Good lighting here, can make a big difference. Keeping the emphasis on the front door isn't very difficult, simply lower the wattage of the lamps as you get away from the doorway. Doing so will bring special attention to your door.

Step four is to make a nice runway to that doorway. Some homeowners place cheap outdoor lighting with very low light and this makes it look like an airport landing area. To place these lights tastefully, look for lights that look like mushrooms, these are more attractive and give out less-obtrusive light. Also place the lights only on one side there's no need for it to look like an actual runway. You don't have to place the lights every 6 to 8 feet, space them out and this will give your walkway more life. After you've done all those steps you can then place that “for sale” sign and watch your house sell fast! When you do sell, call the Jacksonville movers your expert moving company in Jacksonville to help you move. Our company has professional movers and is backed by four generations of moving experience. We are licensed and insured and will give you a great service. We serve different cities and communities in and around Jacksonville such as: Fleming Island, Jacksonville Beach, Orange Park, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine and St. Johns. Call us today!

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