My biggest challenge-selling my flat the DFW way!

lynzpower

OOOh wow , Iriah!! thats amazing. I obviosuly have a lot to learn from you too

:T

tallulah

loads of luck lynz... am sure you can do it...

tobedifferent

Hi Lynz,

I'm a newbie but thought i'd take the plunge as this is a subject close to my heart!

As an aficiando of those property programmes i'd keep it very simple. If you've got wallpaper stick down any peeling edges and then paint the whole place a neutral matt colour. Boring but remember buyers like a neutral canvas! I understand that your mobility is poor but can you get to a wicks? They do huge pots of budget paint in white, magnolia etc and are also great for bargain brushes and rollers. Maybe someone could give you a lift or you could get a taxi??

Often the little things make a difference, you can buy grout whitener, use this over tiles to freshen them up and also peel off the sealant at the edge of baths etc, this makes the whole place look fresher and makes a huge difference. Just doing this to your bathroom and adding a new bathmat and shower curtain makes it look fab.

If you can get to one of the larger Asdas this can be brill for things like new door handles etc and lampshades cushions, rugs and blinds. All for very little money.

Main advice is clear out as much stuff as you can, keep it clean and simple.

I reckon you can do it, good luck!

TBD xx

tobedifferent

Ooops forgot to say that once you've peeled the sealant off add some new sealant!

Mirtos

Good Luck Lynz - the car offer stands as always hon.xxx

fruitycar

Freecycle for paint and other peoples DIY leftovers? They are such nice folk that I'm sure someone would deliver stuff to you.

Imelda

tobedifferent wrote:

Hi Lynz,

can you get to a wicks? They do huge pots of budget paint in white, magnolia etc and are also great for bargain brushes and rollers. Maybe someone could give you a lift or you could get a taxi??

Wickes have a website and deliver free for orders over £45, don't think they are on Quidco though

Snaggles

Good luck Lynz, wish I was a bit closer, I love a bit of stripping (wallpaper, that is) and painting. Totally agree with the other suggestions in the thread, paint everything cream, slap down some cheap carpet (if needed), get rid of any clutter (sorry, that sounds terrible - not suggesting you have clutter ). If people feel as though they could move straight in it will encourage them to put in an offer nearer to the asking price. I'm sure if anyone is capable of doing it, its you! Good luck, keep us posted about how you get on. Love Snaggles xx

lynzpower

Mirtos wrote:

Good Luck Lynz - the car offer stands as always hon.xxx

i might have to take you up on this love- dont suppose you fancy a risky trip to ikea do you :eek: I have a very small list to stick to

Emmzi

Post some 'wanteds' on freecycle -I'm always amazed how sweet people can be!