Essential Staging Accessories for 6 Home Styles

Whether your listing is traditional, modern, farmhouse, industrial, rustic, or coastal, know the appropriate accents to make it shine.
lanterns at lamp shop

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It’s common knowledge that the purpose of staging a home is to neutralize its appearance so it will appeal to the widest audience of buyers. But then again, that’s not entirely true.

Typically, there’s a style theme that ties the look together, whether it’s modern, farmhouse chic, traditional, or another home style. Unless it’s overly customized, you’ll likely want to stay true to your listing’s current style rather than reinvent the look completely. But what accessories can you weave in to create a warm, inviting, and polished space that emphasizes and celebrates the home’s style?

This guide walks you through the most common home styles and the characteristics of each, including photos illustrating a property staged for each style so you can glean ideas. Pick your staging style:

Traditional: Comfort With a Hint of Chic

room staged in traditional style

© Holly Foti, Redesigns by Holly

Modern: Minimalist With a Splash of Color

room staged in modern style

© PJ & Company Staging and Interior Decorating

Farmhouse: Only a Little Bit Country

room staged in farmhouse style

© Sanctuary Staging / JPG Media

Industrial: Heavy Metal

room staged in industrial style

© Pulte Homes

Rustic: Return to the Earth

room staged in rustic style

© Nichol Sandoval, DreamHome Staging & ReDesign

Coastal: Bright and Airy

room staged in coastal style

© PJ & Company Staging and Interior Decorating

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