Worn and weary walls are never attractive. Sure, some people might prefer rough, gritty, or even grimy, but let’s face it, shabby isn’t always chic.

Giving your home a fresh coat of paint does more than revitalize it; it also increases its value. Provided you choose the right colour for your house, professionals agree that it will get an aesthetic and economic upgrade that will get the attention of your prospective buyers.

Should You DIY or Hire a Professional?

At the onset, painting your house on your own appears to be an easy job. It sounds like a good resort to earn money for the property you’re selling without spending on professional fees.

However, your potential savings are outweighed by the question of whether or not you have the patience and discipline to get the job done. Consider the relevant tools, the tough-to-reach areas, and the value you place your home with versus its actual value. These take precedence before you think of dipping the brush into the paint.   

Painting your house successfully also depends on the size of your property and its current condition. Observe if moisture gets into the walls. If they do, then they need the attention of a professional. If the walls are still rough in texture, with uneven surfaces on select areas, you need to have it skim coated. Performing this would prove meticulous and requires skill and control. As this is the case, you might need the help of a professional.

However, if you only have to apply a fresh coat on an already-painted wall, you can do it yourself. Just make sure to budget your time and get help from a loved one or friend if necessary. This will save you money and will prove to be a fun activity. 

Neutral Colours: The Way To Go 

As mentioned earlier, neutral colours can increase your home’s economic appeal. Houses painted with hues of beige, gray, taupe, and white are seen to make fast sales. Real Estate agents say that these colours allow prospective home buyers to imagine themselves in the space-imagine how they would make it their own through their design. Painting your home with neutral colours allows it to breathe easily, blessing your property with neatness and simple elegance.

So if you’re hoping to make a sale, you must look into these five neutral colour variants you can paint your home with.  

1. Greige

A cross between gray and beige, greige is replacing the former as the go-to paint colour for contemporary living spaces. 

Greige imbues a property with an air of warmth and coziness. It is the soft compromise between taupe and gray. It can work well with any furniture type that is coloured brown, gray, or black. 

Greige creates a calm atmosphere that relaxes and beautifully complements wooden furniture.

2. Soft White Alabaster

Creamy and almost off-white, soft white alabaster manages to be a luminescent white without being stark. Regardless of the lighting or the furniture placed in the space, soft white alabaster will remain consistently white. 

It can brighten up a room, making it cheery and more spacious. Considered a timeless hue for your home, soft white alabaster is a good paint colour choice for small spaces.

3. Gray Mist

Gray Mist is an off-white hue inclined toward the warmer side of the spectrum. 

Designers agree that because gray mist is fairly neutral, it is easier to handle. 

One surprising thing about gray mist is that it has undertones of green. And because it leans toward the warmer side of greige, homeowners must pair it with warmer shades or undertones so that their spaces won’t feel and look laborious.

4. Iron Ore

A dark, dark gray, iron ore should be paired with colours belonging to the same hue groups such as yellow and green. Pairing it with blue makes for a discombobulating combo. 

Iron Ore can also create a somber and luxurious air. It is a clean backdrop to organic furniture or earthy tones. If you’re looking for a sleek and cool hue to paint your walls or fixed closets and shelves with, iron ore is a perfect choice. It manages to blend well with urban and rural-style homes.

5. Snowbound

Snowbound is a light and crisp white hue. However, placing it beside other shades of white, it is actually grayish. Nonetheless, when used in an otherwise contained and relatively-small space, it easily lights it up.

Commonly used on trims, snowbound is also ideal for exteriors, interior walls, ceilings, and furniture.

You Can Never Go Wrong With Neutral Colours

Provided you are able to pair them with furniture and home décor with the right colours and undertones, the neutral colours discussed here will make your home attractive to buyers. 

Choosing the right tone for your property increases its market value and leaves you with a space exemplary of contemporary elegance.

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