Ann Arbor Michigan Real Estate: Winter is coming – that fireplace could help you keep warm and sell your home!
A traditional fireplace is a great way to stay cosy in the winter – many properties have them and many people only use them during the late winter and around christmas time.
Asides from the practicalities of using it to keep warm, many homes use them as decorative show pieces for rooms, to help give a period look or even, a modern one!
However using a fireplace in the right way can help you sell your home! Remodeling the fireplace is a great way to ensure you make the most of it, however if you do, consider these points:
Style. – Keep up with the latest trends and if you want to save on revamping your fireplace, work as best you can with what you have.
Consider the bigger picture. Your fireplace should complement the rest of your home.
Two-sided fireplaces. A look that’s popular today and provides double the enjoyment is a two-sided fireplace. It’s not always practical or possible but if it can be done this feature creates appeal and warmth in multiple rooms.
Colors. Be sure to take samples of the materials you will use for your fireplace surround before you actually get the job done. Take them home and let them sit next to your fireplace for a few days. Taking the time to test the materials in your home will likely save you disappointment and extra cost in the future.
Straight or curved? Typically, curves and more intricate designs will increase the cost of your fireplace surround. So if budget is a concern you might consider replacing curves in the design with straight lines and also minimizing small details.
Money. This does depend on the size and detail in your fireplace, if you’re remodeling your existing fireplace you’re probably going to pay $2,500 to $5,000.
So there is a great tip for you sellers who thought that the winter meant the off season for buyers! Remodel your fireplace and welcome them into your home to enjoy the warmth that it brings to your home!
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