40 Genius Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value

40 Genius Ways to Increase Your Home’s Value

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2 Pare down your fabric pieces.

While heavy drapery, upholstered furniture, and a never-ending sea of throw pillows used to be the height of interior fashion, if you want your home to look like (and potentially sell for) a million bucks, it’s time to get rid of all that cluttered-looking extra fabric.

“Remove excess pillows, throws, cushions and drapes. Clean lines—no matter what your house style—are never out of style!” says Gianna. “Fabrics trap moisture, dust and allergens. Layers of drapery obscure light and can make windows look smaller, ceilings lower and everything dingy.  Too many pillows and throws do not make a sofa inviting.” And for more help around the house, check out these 30 Home Hacks That Will Blow Your Mind.