Interior design expert reveals seven things that are losing YOU money on your home including fake grass and – The Sun

A PROPERTY expert has revealed the seven things which could be losing you money on your house price - and its bad news if you like an artificial lawn.

While its common knowledge to embrace a neutral colour scheme and get rid of clutter if youre putting your home on the market, it turns out theres a host of other mistakes youre probably making too.

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Thomas Goodman, property expert at MyJobQuote.co.uk claimed that despite DIY booming over lockdown with homeowners updating their pads on a budget, it could devalue your home in the long-run.

He claimed that ameteur jobs are easily spotted, and its better to invest in a professional.

Thomas pointed out: A spot of DIY might seem like an innocent task to do around the house, but after time youll be able to tell the difference.

Professional work is second to none in quality, when buyers step into your home and agents do a valuation, they will take note of details.

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Your DIY tiling job might look appealing to you, but amateur work doesnt have the same finish.

He said a DIY job on the cheap will usually backfire, and give buyers leverage to negotiate a lower price.

An artificial lawn is another feature which has boomed in popularity recently, with people using the faux grass to get their gardens looking lush all-year round.

But Thomas said: Artificial grass might be a low maintenance option, but it can deter some people away, especially if they are a young family.

Broken fences are a common feature of an unkept garden, fences add a sense of privacy to a property, so ensure yours is fixed and solid.

Thomas said kerb appeal is key, to invest in some bright flowers, plant pots and mow the lawn, adding first impressions count.

A spot of DIY might seem like an innocent task to do around the house, but after time youll be able to tell the difference

Weve all watched an interior show on telly and winced as theyve opened up a tin of neon paint.

Bright colours arent everyones cup of tea, but while it might reflect your personality - it wont sell your house.

Thomas said: Loud interiors might not appeal to all buyers.

A bright yellow wall in the kitchen could be comforting for you, but it might portray your room in a different light to others.

The way forward is to keep things simple, quirky dcor, such as textured wallpaper, is best to be avoided.

He said grey and terracotta is the way to go to market your house, and while its far from exciting it helps buyers see potential.

Seven mistakes which could devalue your home

Nothing dates a home quite like the kitchen, and it can be hard to update if youre on a budget.

But its key if you want to appeal to buyers, and modern is the way to go.

Thomas noted: A modern kitchen will help to sell a house.

It can be expensive to have a complete overhaul and refit the entire unit, but potential buyers might be put off if they must visualise the amount of work they need to do.

If you dont have the money for a full refurb, Thomas said to focus on table tops, cabinetry and the appliances.

He advised: The best way is to replace any old-fashioned features such as taps and cabinet doors and reinvent your kitchen back to an original state.

Removing personalised features and stripping back to neutral tones will make a big difference. Ensure everything is sparkling clean, especially cooker hoods that can attract a lot of grease.

You might not think your floor is a big selling point, but a mix of styles can turn buyers off, with Thomas saying its an integral part of the home.

While you might love a deep pile, the expert reckons you should ditch it for hardwood.

Thomas said: You can get away with carpet in bedrooms, but when it comes to the main areas of your house, such as hallways and living rooms, consistent hardwood flooring is desired.

Carpets are harder to clean, it can also be a breeding ground for hair, especially in households with pets.

If you dont want to rip up your carpet, at least make sure the flooring is consistent in your house.

One of the worst mistakes people do is having two different types of hardwood flooring in high traffic areas of the house, Thomas revealed.

If youre going to switch to hard surfaces, ensure you have the budget to cover the investment in all rooms.

Your DIY tiling job might look appealing to you, but amateur work doesnt have the same finish

Black is always a bold choice, but even if you experiment with blues or purples it can be risky, Thomas claimed.

Dark rooms are always off-putting, to invest in some lamps if your space is dull and dingy.

Thomas said: Its no surprise that a dark room will instantly shift your mood and feel uninviting.

A bright room with plenty of natural light will attract more buyers. If a room is painted in dark shades of blue for example, the room will appear dull, even next to artificial lighting.

Try to inject fresh white and plenty of lighting in rooms.

And he advised to go for curtains in these spaces, as it gives natural light space to bounce off the walls - appearing brighter.

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Weve all seen green bathrooms from the 70s, and its another room which can instantly date a house.

If you cant rip it out, start by making sure its clean and all limescale has been removed, and repair any cracked tiles.

Thomas also pointed out: One common mistake sellers make is to replace the only bath in your home.

Baths are a popular option for many people who like to wind down after a busy day.

For people that dont use a bath, they have opted for a space-saving shower instead.

Of course, this can make your bathroom appear bigger, but it can devalue your property if a bathtub is in the criteria of a buyer.

A compromise is to free up space in your bathroom by purchasing a bath that combines the two together.

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