If you’re looking at putting your home on the market, then there is one thing you can do to make it more appealing. You don’t have to spend thousands on a new bathroom or a full renovation.
Instead, a simple lick of paint could be the secret you need. However, if you’re going to repaint your home then you need to make sure you make the right choices. Some colours can have the opposite effect and put buyers off rather than bring them in. Paint and Interiors Expert Lucy Steele, from V&CO Paint, has shared the five paint colours that can improve your home’s sale prospects.
Lucy’s first tip is that if you’re planning on painting your home white, make sure it’s the right sort. She said: “When it comes to making your home look sellable, softer, warm shades are the way to go.
“These shades make the home look cosier and more inviting for buyers, while maintaining the appeal of a blank slate that’s not too imposing.
“Look for whites with warmer undertones, like yellow and orange, which will give the room a creamier and warmer atmosphere, as opposed to true white, which can speak stark or clinical.”
In a similar vein, warm neutrals are popular with buyers. Lily said: “A big part of this perspective change on beige interiors is down to the ‘quiet luxury’ trend that’s really taken off over the last few months.
“There’s definitely something very refined and serene about beige that exudes an effortless elegance in your home, which is very appealing to buyers looking for a turnkey property.”
Warm greens are another popular choice that can boost your home value. Using gentle greens in the home can help to give it a serene feel, again focusing on making buyers feel instantly welcomed and calm in the space.
Soft sage green is visually one of the easiest colours on the eyes and will feel inviting.
If you want a little more drama, try a pop of red to elevate your space. Lily said: “When used in the right places, unexpected red theory can make a space feel more stylish, curated, and visually appealing, potentially increasing a home’s perceived value.
It’s about using red as an accent to draw the eye, add vibrancy, and create a sense of confidence and intentional design”
Dark grey is another good choice – but proceed with caution. Cold greys can make a room feel dark and uninviting but in the right tone they can be warm and sophisticated.
Lily said: “The colour is incredibly versatile, making it appealing to potential buyers, but still hints at subtle luxury. When choosing a shade of grey, dark greys are definitely the way to go.
“Dark grey has the ability to create a sense of depth, drama, and intimacy, while light greys can offer a brighter, more airy feel, they can sometimes be perceived as less impactful or even cold.”
