When you're trying to sell your home, you want potential buyers to imagine themselves living there. Home staging helps with that visualization, especially when the rooms are on the smaller side. A few simple design ideas can make a small bedroom feel more open and spacious, as well as help buyers fall in love with your home and make an offer. 

How to Make Smaller Bedrooms Feel Larger 

1. Declutter the Space

Homebuyers are often looking for more space in their new homes. They want to be sure that there is room for their belongings. However, if your closets are cluttered, they will be concerned about storage. Clean your bedroom thoroughly and remove clothes and other items from the floor.

Organize the closet, relocate exercise equipment and extra furniture, and clear the tops of bedside tables and dressers. Remove personal items as well. Family photos and knick-knacks make it harder for buyers to visualize themselves in the space. 

2. Rent Smaller Furniture

Large pieces of furniture, like bulky dressers and king-size beds, take up a lot of space. Replacing your larger pieces with smaller ones that are scaled to the size of the room can open up the space. Rent queen or full-size mattresses, small bedside tables, and accent rugs to enhance the room's appearance.

3. Make the Bed Inviting

Bedrooms are often sanctuaries, so make the bed seem as inviting as possible to help buyers imagine themselves relaxing in the space. Layer neutral-colored bedding with large, fluffy pillows and a soft throw blanket. Add matching lamps to the bedside tables, hang an attractive piece of artwork above the bed, and bring in a pop of color with some bright throw pillows. 

4. Maximize Light

Dark spaces feel smaller, so shed some light on your home staging efforts by bringing in as much light as possible. Place reflective surfaces, like mirrors or mirrored accessories, on the opposite side of windows to reflect more light. Hang light-colored curtains and keep them open to allow the sunshine in. If there will be evening showings, consider adding dimmer switches to create mood lighting and a soft, cozy ambiance. 

Home staging doesn't mean you need to purchase new furnishings and decor. In the Mesa, AZ, area, turn to StagingRents. They have an extensive selection of premium home furniture that can help you create the perfect setting for buyers to fall in love with your home. In addition to their high-quality rental furnishings, their team of professional home stagers can arrange items and pull your home together. Explore their inventory and ideas on their website and call (480) 500-5410 to speak with a sales associate.