Ep 20. Carlton, OR - Sarah & Jeff Martin
- January 15, 2006
In Sell This House season 3 episode 20, the show heads to Carlton, OR to help Sarah and Jeff Martin sell their charming home. The Martins have lived in the home for over 12 years and have personalized it with their decor and style. However, their unique taste may not appeal to all potential buyers and they've struggled to get offers on the home.
The home itself is a two-story beauty with a large front porch and plenty of natural light. The Martins have painted the exterior a vibrant blue with white trim, giving it a playful feel. The interior is just as colorful, with bold wallpaper and brightly painted accent walls throughout. While these design choices may suit the Martins' taste, they could be off-putting to others.
To help the Martins sell their home, host Roger Hazard brings in designer Tanya Memme and contractor Charlie Frattini. They take a tour of the home and begin to identify areas that need improvement. The first area that catches their eye is the front yard. The landscaping is overgrown and unkempt, making the home look less inviting from the street. Charlie suggests a simple solution - trimming the hedges and mowing the lawn - which will make a big difference in curb appeal.
Inside the home, Tanya begins to work her magic. She suggests removing some of the bold wallpaper and replacing it with more neutral colors. She also advises replacing the flooring in the kitchen, as the current linoleum is outdated and unappealing. To make the space feel more cohesive, Tanya suggests painting the walls a soft grey and adding some colorful accents with accessories and artwork.
While Tanya is focused on the interior design, Charlie is hard at work on repairs and updates. One major issue he needs to address is the roof. The Martins have had a leak for some time and have patched it up themselves, but the roof needs to be replaced entirely. Charlie works quickly to get the new roof installed and repaired any damage caused by the leak.
As the renovations come together, Sarah and Jeff begin to see the potential of their home. They're impressed with how quickly Tanya and Charlie are able to update the space and are excited to see how it will be received by potential buyers. They even decide to make some of the updates permanent, like painting the front door a bright yellow and adding some new light fixtures throughout the home.
On reveal day, the Martins are blown away by the transformation. The front yard has been transformed into a garden oasis with new plantings and a clean, polished look. Inside, the home has been updated with fresh paint, new flooring, and modern furniture. The formerly bold wallpaper has been replaced with a neutral palette that feels warm and inviting.
Sarah and Jeff are thrilled with the final product and know that it will make a huge difference in the sale of their home. They immediately put it on the market and are excited to see what offers will come in. As they say goodbye to their beloved home, they feel confident that it will find new owners who will love the space as much as they did.
Sell This House season 3 episode 20 is a heartwarming story of a family coming to terms with selling their beloved home. With the help of some renovation experts, they're able to update the space and make it more appealing to potential buyers. Viewers will be inspired by the transformation and will appreciate the thoughtful approach taken by the designers and contractors.
