Keep Your Vacation Home Or Condo in Good Shape

If you own or operate a vacation home or condo5- Plan low maintenance carpet colors and flooring.
rental, you know how important it is to keep theYou can install tile in neutral tones, or restore
decorating pleasant and up to date. If the photosexisting hardwood floors. Putting in Pergo flooring
look shabby and like something from the 1970s,is also a good option for classy floors.
chances are you will have a tougher time renting6- Select traditional décor for larger furnishings,
out your property, no matter how low your price.such as couches, bedroom sets, and tables.
Here are ten tips for keeping your vacation rentalRestoring antique furniture is a good idea since
properties fresh and up to date.these pieces do not go in and out of style as
1- Select one or two colors per room and stickquickly as more trendy pieces.
with these.7- Bring fresh new colors to rooms with chair
2- Minimize clutter and collectibles, no matter howcushions, curtains, contemporary silk flower
tasteful. If you must add in some small collectibles,arrangements, and toss pillows.
put them in a glassed in picture box so they won't8- Plant a few bright colored annual flowers in
need constant dusting.your flowerbeds near the entry of the home, as
3- Use art prints, posters, and photographs tothis adds a lot of curb appeal.
bring in moods and style. You can find custom9- Add classically styled leisure furniture, such as
picture frames in Long Island that will add a uniquelounge chairs on the pool deck, porch swings, and
style to every room.benches.
4- Keep the style simple, casual, and elegant. You10- Add stylish lamps to living areas and
are providing a backdrop for other people'sbedrooms to add ambiance and optional low-light
vacation, and the decorating should not shout insources.
people's faces.