WHEN it comes to your home, first impressions really do count. Guests and potential buyers make judgements as soon as they see it – and some of your decor design choices could be huge turn-offs . 21 Are you committing any interior design crimes that are dating your home? Credit: Getty Liv Conlon is CEO of ThePropertyStagers and has been improving properties to help owners sell for almost a decade.
Here, the interior design expert tells Leo Roberts the ten trends that are dating your home – and offers simple solutions to bring your space bang up to date. INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES 21 Framed inspirational quotes look cheap, not chic Credit: Getty NOTHING screams a lack of originality like a framed “Live, Laugh, Love” sign in mismatching fonts. However sweet, this look is completly overdone and appears cheap, not chic.
Classic movie posters or abstract prints are affordable and more stylish. Source your print, then buy a cheap frame – IKEA has black ones from 50p. You could upcycle one with gold spray paint to add luxury.
B&Q paint costs from £7. 21 Upcycle an old frame with gold spray paint to add luxury Credit: Rust-Oleum Mrs Hinch shares her top tips for the big spring clean – from vacuuming your mattress to washing oven trays in the bath CARPET IN BATHROOM 21 Carpet in the bathroom is only for those committed to creating a permanent home for mould and mildew Credit: Getty YOU may have thought it was confined to the last century, but surprisingly, some bathroom and toi.