Avoid chemically scented products when selling your home.
We have become increasingly aware of respiratory issues and how our environmental surroundings effect it. However many people continue to use chemically scented products
It seems that we have a new obsession and it is not necessarily a good thing. We are inundated with images on television and magazines, of people trying to eliminate odours from there homes. Often the products described are strongly scented and can be over powering. The obsession has gotten to a point that it is affecting those individuals that are afflicted with respiratory problems.
As we become used to the scent of that air freshener we notice it less and less. In an attempt to retain what we feel is fresh air we ad products that are more heavily perfumed. Potpourri, plug-in air fresheners and aerosol sprays all compound the problems. These heavily scented products might trigger shortness of breath, scent allergies and asthma attacks.
As a society we are becoming more aware of environmental impacts on our health and surroundings. Yet many people continue to use these heavily scented products in their homes. The drawback to these products is that unknowingly people are alienating potential homebuyers.
Homebuyers are weary creatures and they are on the look out for any flaw in your home. Heavily scented products often set these homebuyers eye for flaws on high alert. They begin asking questions such as, what smell are they trying to cover up?
Allowing buyers to follow this line of thinking means they will be more critical of your home as they view it. Those with repertory issues may actually have to leave without ever having the opportunity to view your home. In essence you have inadvertently hindered the sale process.
If you absolutely must ad a scent to your home then use natural products instead of chemical scents, such as plug-ins, sprays and aerosols. Natural products tend to make your home seem more family oriented. The smell of baking allows potential buyers to imagine family meals. Homemade potpourri is subtle and will not overpower potential buyers with their scents. Coffee is pleasant because it allows you something that can be offered to potential homebuyers. Imagine strolling through a potential property as you relax with a warm cup of coffee, like you would in your own home.
So preferred products to scent your homes are Coffee, baked goods and homemade potpourri. These scents will assist people as they envision themselves in the home. Products to avoid are scented candles, perfumed products, plug-ins and products that contain chemical perfumes. As a final point, it is a good idea to leave adequate time prior to showings to ventilate rooms after chemical cleaners have been used.
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