Furnishing your properties is important, you will need to ensure that you’re furnishing your rental to maximise space and tailored to your target audience. We have pulled together a few tips and thinking points for when you’re furnishing and decorating.
High End Market Property
If you have a property with a wealthier postcode or looking to charge a higher rental payment each month, the furniture inside the property will need to reflect that.
Go with quality furniture – Cheap furniture may make your house look cheaper and your target tenants will be expecting items are that are good quality and won’t break. There is a difference between a £25 white plastic dining room table in comparison to a sturdy oak table.
Find the right style for your target audience – Learn more about the type of tenants that you are looking to rent to and find out what their style is. You can find inspiration through home accounts on Instagram or by visiting furniture stores and asking for their opinion. There is quite a big difference between a family of four, a couple and someone who may be looking to move in on their own so its best to do your research beforehand.
Make sure everything has a function – High end properties tend to be more minimalist and less decorative items so to give that look, make sure you’re picking out items that have a purpose. For example, a rug in the living room looks good but it can also prevent the coffee table from scratching the hardwood floor.
If you’re looking to add decorative bits, it’s best not to overcrowd an area and go for items that are more natural to everyone’s taste such as house plants.
Maximising Space in a Small Property
If you have a property that is quite tight on space such as a one bedroom apartment or a house on the smaller scale, there are a few useful tips on how to give your space a better look and maximise the space that you have.
Go for a minimalist design – Don’t go too over the top as sometimes big designs and lots of decorative items can make a space look smaller.
Make use of mirrors – Mirrors are a great way of giving the illusion of a space being bigger than it is.
Sofa bed – A two in one solution for somewhere to seep which converts to a seating area in the day. This is a good idea for one bedroom apartments or two bedroom houses as your tenants will have space for any guests to stay over.
Dining Table – Pick a table that fits your needs and room and consider if you need one. A breakfast bar or a kitchen island can double up as a space to eat meals.
If you’re looking to furnish your rental property, have you thought about leasing your furniture? Leasing furniture means you pay monthly affordable payments and take advantage of some tax benefits. To find out more, don’t hesitate to speak to a member of our team today! Make an enquiry on our website or call us directly on 01270 443510.
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