How To Make an Old Store Feel Like New

If you run an old store, you’re not alone. It’s something that countless entrepreneurs do up and down the country. Businesses can run for a long time.
But, of course, age brings its own risks. Older stores have character, but they can sometimes put people off.

The good news is that they don’t need to stay old (at least, not in a bad way). The more you take care of them, the better they’ll be.
So, what can you do to make an old store feel like new?

 

Deep Clean It

First, you’ll want to explore various deep-cleaning options. Things like wet vacs and power washing can have a tremendous impact all by themselves. All of a sudden, your retail outlet or workshop looks so much better.
If you can reduce the amount of dust and debris, that’s also a good idea. Deep cleaning can have a profound impact on indoor air quality, allowing everyone to breathe easily.

 

Repaint With Fresher and More Modern Colors

Next, think about how you could use paint to make your old store feel like new. It’s not just about applying a fresh coat of gloss, it’s also about thinking about which colors are most likely to work. Modern transformations can have a profound effect on how people see your business, alongside reducing scuff marks. 

 

Fix Your Parking Lot

If you have a run-down parking lot outside, you’ll want to fix that, too. Again, it’s the sort of thing that customers are very likely to notice.
Fortunately, fresh parking lot paving services are straightforward to find. Usually, you don’t need to rip up the entire thing and start again. These days, many contractors use refresh techniques that involve plugging gaps and dealing with issues at low cost. 

 

Add Greenery

If you really want to get the most bang for your buck, adding greenery to your store is a great idea. It immediately makes it look fresher and cleaner, while distracting from anything you might not want your customers to see.
There’s no limit on how much greenery you can add. Hanging plants and vertical garden walls will just make your business look more boho and eclectic.

 

Rearrange Things

If you can, you might also want to rearrange items in your store to make everything flow better. Switching displays around and moving products and shelving can have a profound impact. 

 

Refresh Flooring

At the same time, you could also explore refreshing your flooring. Replacing worn carpets and using modern materials can change how customers view your store.
If you’re looking for an inexpensive option for a business, consider plank vinyl. It’s highly affordable and extremely robust, even against water damage.

 

Declutter Your Merch

 

Finally, look into whether you can declutter your merchandise. See if there are opportunities to improve clarity and reduce choice for customers.
If you need to put items in the backroom, then do so. It’s better to present products to customers in a clean way than to create visual confusion  that takes them hours to work through mentally.

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