1. Put
fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color.
2.
Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest soaps to every bath.
3.
Set out potpourri or fresh baked goods for a homey smell.
4.
Set the table with pretty dishes and candles.
5.
Buy a fresh doormat with a clever saying.
6. Take
one or two major pieces of furniture out of every room
to create a sense of spaciousness.
7. Put
away kitchen appliances and personal bathroom items to
give the illusion of more counter space.
8. Lay
a fire in the fireplace. Or put a basket of flowers there
if it's not in use.
9. Depersonalize
the rooms by putting away family photos, mementos, and
distinctive artwork.
10. Turn
on the sprinklers for 30 minutes to make the lawn sparkle.
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