Painting your condo unit can be quite an undertaking. Choosing the right colours and dealing with the post-job mess can be daunting. However, the right paint job can give your home a beautiful new look. It’s a tricky process—did you know there are 52 different shades of white alone? The colour you pick will set the tone for the entire space, so choosing wisely is important.
But first, here are some dos and don’ts for you to follow:
Painting Dos
- Use a look that is calming and not overwhelming. Use colours that are not too bright or too dark. This will help buyers feel comfortable and positively react to your space.
- Painting the ceiling can create a contrasting statement in a room. For instance, deep green walls with an off-white ceiling convey the idea of added height.
Painting Don’ts
- Use dark colours or bold shades on all five corners. This can be a great way to draw attention away from the size of a room and make it feel cosier. Worse, these colours can give the impression of a smaller space, making the ceilings seem lower and the walls closer together.
- Leave any items exposed or in the room when painting. Unless you want paint dots on them, cover any leftover furnishings with a shower curtain or bring them out of the room.
Painting Per Room
Now that you understand the basics, here’s how you can re-colour each room:
- Interiors: Neutral colours are often the go-to option when painting an entire home’s interior. Go with shades of grey, beige, white, and natural tones.
- Living rooms: Light grey or beige are great for living room walls. These colours are bright and won’t show dirt and stains easily, so you don’t have to worry about constantly cleaning the walls. Additionally, these colours are neutral, so they will appeal to most people and make it easier to sell your house.
Opt for washable paint, which is especially useful for households with kids and pets since it provides a protective layer against everyday wear and tear, making it easy to clean off.
- Bathrooms: It has been found that homes featuring blue bathrooms generally fetch a higher price. Farrow and Ball brand ambassador Patrick O’Donnell noted, “Blues are probably the most popular colour family for a bathroom.”
Use paints specifically designed for bathrooms that guard against mildew, and apply a moisture-resistant primer before painting if you are not using a paint and primer in one.
- Kitchens: The colours you choose for your kitchen can be impacted by the type of cabinets and countertops present, the style of the kitchen, whether it is modern or more traditional, and how much natural light is available. Additionally, if the kitchen is open and connected to the living space, this can also influence the colour selection.
- Bedrooms: Bedrooms are a great spot to add personal flair with colour. Try pale blues and greens for a more relaxed atmosphere. Cooler tones like pastel blues are a great choice to create a soothing atmosphere.
In Closing
Painting a house is very involved and requires a lot of preparation. Before any paint is applied, the walls need to be cleaned, and any imperfections must be filled and sanded. Additionally, the painting process can take an entire day for a single room, and it is important to plan out the painting job so that certain rooms can be rearranged and given time to dry properly.
So instead of doing this yourself, hiring professionals to handle this job is best.
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