Daniela Pluviati Home Staging

Daniela Pluviati Home Staging

Your Fall Property Exterior Maintenance Checklist

Happy Tuesday!

Brrr it is coming. Yes, I am talking about the cold weather. Here is a checklist to get your home ready for the upcoming months.

  • Clean your gutters- Gutters are important for collecting water and directing the water away. Clogged gutters can cause mold and damage.
  • Hose bib- Drain your hose bib, remove and store garden hoses.
  • Water Irrigation System- Blow the water out of your sprinkler.
  • Store and clean your outdoor furniture and cover the barbecue.
  • Check your roof- Fall is a good time to check your shingles. Worn, torn or missing shingles can lead to water damage.
  • Windows and Doors- Drafts can be expensive. You can easily feel the drafts on a windy day. Windows many need new windowstripping or may need to be replaced if they are leaking.
  • Say no to critters- Check for holes, install vent covers and set traps. Hire a professional if you cannot resolve your critter problem.
  • Check your walkway, steps, and outdoor railing. I personally know a few people who have injured themselves on uneven walkways and steps.
  • Remove and replace outdoor bulbs. Our days are getting shorter therefore having a well lit walkway or landing is important.
  • Book with your snow removal company. Have working snow shovels or a snow blower that is in working condition.

Have a fantastic day!

Photo: Scott McGillivray

Colour Consult

Happy Monday!

Oh, my word I see fall decor everywhere! Summer is not officially over but with school around the corner, it feels like it.

I am wrapping this month off with a few great photos of a colour consult and dining room redesign.  Benjamin Moore and Sherwin  Williams colours were both used. Sherwin Williams has some fantastic blues to choose from but Benjamin Moore is superb paint.

For the master bedroom, the clients decided on a wood plank accent wall and did it themselves. It looks great. The paint colour we chose looks great I think too!

The dining room looks much better with a flat ceiling and the paint on the ceiling gives this room a pop of colour. The home looks really bright and very pretty. I love working with blues.

Have a look and have a fantastic week!

 

Curb Appeal Is Still Important

Happy Tuesday!

While great quality photos can help potential buyers narrow down properties they may want to view, curb appeal is still important. Great curb appeal makes a good first impression.

Here are ten staging tips for curb appeal:

  • clean exterior and interior windows
  • make sure all exterior lighting is in working order
  • repair any missing shingles
  • cut grass and weed
  • paint the front door if necessary
  • ensure window screens are not broken
  • stain your front porch if it is worn
  • repair or replace any damaged front porch boards
  • inspect the parging for any damage or chips
  • make sure to clean up any dog waste

Coyote CresPaint selection Benjamin Moore by Daniela Pluviati