HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

HOW TO PREPARE YOUR HOME FOR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHY

BASICS

Thoroughly clean the entire house (vacuum carpet, mop hard floors, clean countertops, clean windows)

Replace all burned out light bulbs

Turn all over headlights and lamps ON

Turn all ceiling fans OFF

Turn all TVs and computer screens OFF

Open blinds/window treatments to let in outside light

Place all shoes, jackets, purses, and other personal items in closets

KITCHENS

Remove excess appliances and clear counters as much as possible

Remove trash cans and recycling bins

Remove soap dispensers

Remove rugs and floor mats

Remove dish towels and sponges

Remove any magnets or any clutter on refrigerator

Remove pet toys and food bowls

BEDROOMS

Make the bed and fluff the pillows

In children’s rooms remove most toys, stage large toys

Remove clutter from dressers and night stands

Remove trash cans, hampers, diaper cans, toss boxes, etc.

LIVING AREAS

Clean up Clutter

Clear coffee table

Remove kids toys unless designated play space, then cleans the area

Remove remote controls

Hide wires from electronics if possible

BATHS

Clear countertops and bath/shower completely of all personal items and toiletries

Remove trash can

Put toilet seats down

Remove dirty towels - leave out only clean, unused towels

Remove rugs and floor mats

Clean mirrors, windows and shower doors

EXTERIOR

Cut the lawn and rake up leaves

Put all toys and garden hoses away

Remove trash cans

Stage outdoor furniture

Open umbrellas

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