Easy ways to maintain your home's showhouse condition

The key to a healthy home environment is to keep it clean and tidy. You are also less likely to develop issues that will make it an unpleasant environment, such as mould and other allergies, draughts, disease-carrying rodents, and invading insects. Fortunately, maintaining your home's showhouse condition does not have to be a daunting effort every time.

Keeping your home neat and tidy can be difficult, but these simple tips can make it a breeze.

Get rid of the clutter

Leaving your newspapers and mail in the same place for an extended period of time might result in an unattractive mound of clutter. A box here, a pile of clothing there - these things, too, become almost imperceptible because you're so used to seeing them. When cleaning your house, getting rid of clutter should be a given. Take photographs of your house when it is at its finest and try to maintain it that way every time you pick up a duster or vacuum.

Complement your look with flowers

Have you noticed that many of the most stunning house tour shots have one thing in common: fresh-cut flowers or a delectable dish of appetising fruit. A touch of nature gives life and texture to a space. It also helps to soften the lines of a modern environment. While having fresh flowers all the time might be costly, a houseplant can provide the same impression.

Odour caused by pets

If you have pets, you may experience unpleasant odour issues in your home. You may buy diffusers for each room to make them smell inviting. If you have a cat litter box at home, consider putting a little baking soda on the bottom of the box each week before adding fresh litter. An open box of baking soda placed in the same area as the box will absorb all of the unwanted odours. Activated charcoal will also do the trick.

Maintain the appearance of your windows

Because light may make tiny spaces look larger, keep your windows and glass doors clean and clear to allow sunshine to enter your house. Wash the dirt from the surface using a non-abrasive soft cloth, soap, and water. Water and dishwashing solutions can be used to erase grease stains. Don't forget to take care of the window putty and woodwork as well.

Retouch exterior paint

When buyers arrive at a showhouse, their initial impression is based on what they see on the outside. The outside of the house should be inspected as part of any home maintenance strategy. Examine the area for signs of wear and tear and make the necessary repairs. Touching up the paint on the outside of your property not only adds curb appeal but also keeps damp and moulds at bay. Repainting your entire exterior might be expensive, but regular touch-ups are more affordable.

Maintaining your garden

Your garden is an attraction in and of itself. When someone comes to your house, beautiful flowers and magnificent plants give it showhouse charm. Choose plants that have a long life span and bloom all year so you don't have to spend a lot of money and effort making sure your garden is continuously flourishing.

If you are looking for a beautiful house on the Upper Highway to appreciate and care for, Seeff Hillcrest & Kloof will assist you in making your property dreams come true. Contact one of our experts right today.