Homeowners have been told to think modestly when trying to sell a house in increasingly difficult market conditions, with small changes to the kitchen singled out as one of many ways of improving hopes.House prices should not scare buyers off, claimed the Sunday Mirror, while a comprehensive cleaning job and small DIY changes could make all the difference and influence potential buyers, particularly in the kitchen and the bathroom.New worktops and cupboard fronts were identified as surface revamps applicable to most kitchens and most budgets, while floor tiles were often overdue for a facelift, claimed the paper.Channel 5s House Doctor Ann Maurice told the newspaper that making house look tidy was key to securing a sale, explaining Clean, clean and clean some more.The kitchen and bathroom are the two most important rooms, but dont stop there. Dust every surface, ornament and lampshade you possess.A chic stainless steel sink from a top manufacturer like Franke or Astracast could also add an extra shine to the all important kitchen, and give the room a modern, uncluttered feel, helping to make it irresistible to prospective buyers.