Staging Outdoor Spaces to Sell

When preparing your home to sell, it’s easy to overlook the potential additional living space you can create right in your backyard! Creating a welcoming outdoor patio or deck area is a great way to add “visual” square footage to a buyer’s mind. In fact, according to the National Association of Realtors’ Profile of Home Staging report, 63% of buyers ranked staging outdoor spaces as “important” or “very important.” Lack of entertainment space often prevents people from fully enjoying their backyard. A few outdoor staging ideas will easily transform your patio into an appealing, relaxing space for yourself or potential buyers.

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• Clean up. It’s hard to imagine oneself entertaining or relaxing in a grimy, dirty space. Start fresh and get rid of all the pollen, cobwebs, and insect nests that have accumulated. Break out the power-washer, if necessary, or just hose everything down. Wipe down existing furniture, light fixtures, and fan blades. Toss out moldy, mildewed cushions.

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• Create seating. If you’re limited on space this, may be a challenge. Try a bench or a couple of comfy chairs to help communicate relaxation to guests or potential buyers.

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• Add pillows. This will instantly make your porch more fun and cozy. I highly recommend using longer-wearing “weatherproof” fabrics (I have cushions covered with Sunbrella fabric, and I love them. They’re out all the time and never get gross.)

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• Plant. You can’t overdo it when it comes to flowers. Whether they’re hanging in baskets, blooming on bushes, or sprouting in pots, flowers add a feeling of luxury and have a strong draw on potential buyers.

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• Consider a rug. Not all spaces can accommodate one, but a fresh, clean rug can definitely pull a seating area together and create a cozier vibe. Choose a rug that’s specifically labeled for outdoor use.

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We like this large outdoor mat from Amazon. It’s reversible and super easy to clean.

SAND MINE Reversible Mat and Rug for Outdoors

• Eat! Love of good food can always bring people together! If you have the space, add a dining area as well! For small areas, a bistro table with a couple of chairs and a nice pot of flowers work well. If you’ve got an uncovered patio area, use a table with a large umbrella to provide plenty of shade. Show potential buyers that outdoor dining is no problem!

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Need More Outdoor Staging Ideas?

No problem! Take a look at this post for some inspiration. It also has clickable shopping links to some of our favorite neutral outdoor staging decor available on Amazon:

With the right touches, these outdoor staging ideas can transform even a tiny patio into a little oasis of nature.  If you’re selling your home, the HSR certified professionals at Three Bears Home Staging can help you get started! Take a look below at how we’re helping home sellers across the country:

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