Have you ever wondered how the lucky few manage to get their homes used for magazine shoots or TV ads, and then cash in on the added interest when it's time to sell-up?

Following research conducted among top film company location managers, magazine stylists and advertising agencies, Fish4Homes has published guidelines for anyone who wants their home to be on telly or in the glossy style magazines.

In the case of films and advertising, the benefits are potentially earning thousands of pounds a day, as well as using your home's claim to fame as an extra draw card when selling your home.

"Using your home as a film or photographic location could be a good way to earn some cash, as well as potentially improve the interest in your house when it is put on the market," says Fish4Homes publisher Gifford Sutherland.

"It's a film fan's dream to own the property used in a movie or be in the set from scene they really treasure. But even being able to show how your home was featured in a top style magazine can be a good way to make your house stand out from the one down the road and get more people through the door."

Fish4homes guide to make your house famous:

1) Practically any home can make the grade

The good news is that your house doesn't have to be a one in a million property to make the grade. Magazines and location finders believe that practically any home has potential for filming or photography purposes.

"We will consider any home as a potential location with ordinary homes being just as likely to become a temporary film set as a stylish penthouse with river views. We look at the space inside, check there's adequate parking as well as keep an eye out for unusual features." Phil Hazelden, Location Manager, The Location Partnership (has the world's largest library of properties)

2) Take photos of your home and send them in

First of all write into location finders such as The Location Partnership and magazine stylists. Send photographs of the exterior and interior with a brief description of the property and size of the rooms.

There's no need to get professional photographs, the photos are to give a flavour of your home, if there's interest, someone will come around to have a closer look.

"The best way to get your house into print or TV? Simply send in a photo of your house, whatever aspect of your home that you think is unique, just snap a picture and send it in.

"We can tell straight away if it's going to work, but I also look for a home that has 'soul'. It may sound silly, but it's true. I want to see the house for what it is, and know that it's been cared for and loved and adored. But remember, it doesn't have to look expensive, that can be a turn-off." Jenny Hastings - Interiors Editor, Ideal Home

3) Think about how the team can get access to the property

Make sure there's easy accessibility to the property with adequate parking for the film crew/journalists.

"Space, space, space, space and easy accessibility. Not too many stairs or narrow hallways as we have to be able to manoeuvre all of our equipment in and out." Julia McGuinness - Editorial Assistant @ Inspirations for Your Home

4) Be prepared for minor changes to the dcor!

You must be prepared to have rooms in your house repainted or have holes drilled in walls.

"People think they have to have cutting edge style, which isn't necessarily good. No style can even be better since it can give the stylist more to work with. We have to be able to paint the walls, remove wallpaper, and generally do whatever we need to do to the inside of the house to get the desired effect for our shoot" Sarah Havell - Homes Assistant, SHE Magazine

5) Features that always sell

The consensus from magazine stylists is that white walls and good lighting are always a plus point.

Houses that are always in demand include those with:

Homely kitchens

Large luxury bathrooms

Larger than average rooms

Ultra modern spaces

Well stocked and maintained gardens

"Our criteria for homes is all down to the working brief and characteristics. Strong aspects like flooring, ceilings, large windows, and white painted walls are a must." Jo Barnes, Deputy Style Editor, Living Etc

6) Family homes and houses owned by young couples are best

Some stylists told Fish4 that the best homes are always family homes, or young unmarried couples homes/flats.

With families, the house is seen to be 'alive' with activity and it shows throughout every aspect of the home. Many young married couples don't have a lot of money to spend on their homes, so in turn find the best and quirkiest things to fill their house.