Professional photography tips for your rental

Photos are the first impression guests have of your property: in a few seconds they decide whether to look further or move on. Listings with well-finished images get far more enquiries and bookings; on your Domrentals listing photos are decisive because each property has its own page and visibility on the portal. It’s worth investing time (and, if possible, budget) in shooting and post-production.

Natural light: when and how

The best light for interiors is soft and even: avoid direct sun, which creates harsh shadows and glare. Morning (after sunrise) or late afternoon work best; at midday the light is too overhead. Open all curtains and windows, turn on interior lights if needed to balance — the goal is for every room to look bright and welcoming. If a room is dark, a mirror or light surface can help bounce light; in post you can raise exposure slightly without overdoing it and losing detail.

Tidiness and staging: what to remove and add

Remove overly personal items (family photos, documents, visible clothes), keeping only what tells the story of the stay. Beds made with clean linens and neat pillows, kitchen with clear counters and few appliances in view, bathroom dry and tidy with folded towels: these details signal care and professionalism. You can add a breakfast set (basket, cups, fruit) or a bottle and glasses on the living table to "stage" the space. Don’t overdo it: guests should recognise the place when they arrive.

Composition: wide angles and details

Start with shots that show each room as a whole (living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom): wide angles help convey size and layout. Then add 2–3 detail shots per room: the bed with headboard, the bathroom sink, the dining table, the terrace with a view. If your phone has an "ultra wide" mode, use it sparingly — too wide distorts proportions. Photo order matters: the first image should be your strongest (living room or main bedroom), then other rooms and finally details.

Editing: essential retouching

Even with good light, basic retouching improves the result: exposure correction, white balance, a slight bump in contrast and saturation. Avoid heavy filters that make the place look unreal. Many hosts use low-cost per-image editing services (Fiverr, rental-specific editors): you send raw photos and get versions optimized for portals. For the best outcome, a shoot with a professional used to property photography pays off in bookings and perceived value; at Domrentals, professional photo editing can be included in the package.