Paint Your Exterior For Sale

Introduction

Painting the exterior of your home is a way to instantly create curb appeal. It’s also a relatively easy and inexpensive option when it comes to improving your home’s value, especially if you’re trying to sell. But before you pick up that paintbrush, there are a few tips and tricks you should know about painting the exterior of your house (and one very important thing not to do). These can help turn what can seem like an overwhelming project into one that will pay off in both joy and profit.

 

1. Don’t go with the neutral of the moment.

If you’re looking for a home that’s easy to live with and easy to decorate, look no further than the neutral of the moment. Neutral colors have been popular for a while now, and they’ve never been more in vogue.

It’s not just their popularity that makes them so appealing. Neutrals are also super-easy on the eyes—literally! They don’t make your eyes hurt like bold colors do when you look at them all day long. Plus, they fit in with every single style of decorating imaginable: country traditional, modern farmhouse—the list goes on forever!

Neutrals aren’t just cool because they’re easy on our eyes; they’re also great for selling your house fast when it comes time to move out or downsize into something smaller (or even better yet—something bigger!). That’s because most people want neutral houses if they’re planning on living there full-time (and not renting), so if yours looks nice enough from afar then buyers will assume everything else inside must be clean too! And even though neutral paint colors tend not fade over time as much as bright ones do.

 

2. Consider going with two colors.

Color is crucial in making your home look beautiful, but it can also be confusing. As a buyer, you have to wonder: What color should I paint my house? Is it better to stick with one color or use two?

If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to make the exterior of your home look more attractive, consider going with two colors. By painting half the house a different color than the other half, it creates an immediate visual contrast that will catch anyone’s attention!

But remember: don’t go too far! Don’t use two colors so different that they’re hard on an eye; this could easily cause headaches for potential buyers who are trying to determine if your house would fit into their neighborhood (and wallets). Also avoid using two very similar shades—it’s best just not to be boring here. Finally, stay away from using too similar shades as those found on roofs; nothing says “this house is old” like that shade of green used by every single person in town when they decided they wanted their roof redone back in 2007.

 

3. Use the darker color sparingly.

Use the darker color sparingly.

* Paint the trim around windows, doors, and other architectural elements in a dark color.

* Any part of your house that juts out from the finish color, such as your roof or garage door.

* For mailboxes and similar items, paint them with a darker hue to make them stand out against their surroundings (and to make it easier for postal workers to see where your mailbox is).

* If you have an asphalt driveway or other hard surface on which vehicles will park during showings, paint those in advance so they match up with the surrounding houses when people arrive at your home for an open house or showing.

 

4. If you’re trying to sell your home in a very competitive market, you might consider using just one color on the exterior instead of two or more (but remember, this isn’t for everyone).

You should always consider the market when deciding on a paint color for your home. For example, if your neighborhood is known for its high-end homes and designer furniture stores, perhaps it wouldn’t be wise to paint your house in an eye-catching bright yellow that would definitely stand out from the crowd.

If you’re trying to sell your home in a very competitive market, you might consider using just one color on the exterior instead of two or more (but remember, this isn’t for everyone). If you can find one exterior color that will work for multiple rooms throughout the interior of your house—and if those rooms are all visible from outside—then go with it!

 

5. Before committing to a paint job, make sure it will work for your home’s style and architecture.

Now that you have a paint color in mind, it’s time to consider whether your home and its surroundings are the right fit for this particular hue. Keep these things in mind:

The architecture of your house. “A modern style home can look great with any color,” says Beth Porter, owner and principal designer of The Painted House Studio in New York City. “But if you have an older house, the colors should be more muted.” When choosing an exterior paint color for an older property, try to find one that complements rather than contrasts with the home’s architecture—you want it to blend seamlessly into both its neighbors’ exteriors and its own past aesthetic.

The size of your house. A smaller dwelling will likely show off new colors better because they won’t be overpowered by neighboring houses or trees blocking sunlight from hitting their front lawns (or patios). But don’t forget about how large properties may need more than just one coat per year!

 

6. Don’t choose a color that’s too close to your roof color (or, heaven forbid, the same exact color).

We know you’re excited to paint that exterior and get your house on the market, but don’t just go for the same exact shade of gray as your roof. There are a few options here:

Use a lighter or darker color than your roof. This is important because it will make your home look more inviting and interesting while still maintaining its curb appeal.

Use a different color entirely. This is also helpful if you want to keep things fresh and modern-looking, especially if it’s not going to be an issue when it comes time to sell in the future (or if you’re bootstrapping this whole thing).

Use neutral tones like white or tan for painting the exterior walls as well as wood trim around windows and doors, which can help balance out any bolder colors on your main body of work without being distracting from them at all!

Painting your house can be an effective way to increase its value and attract buyers
Paint your house for sale to turn it into a money maker!

Painting your home can be an effective way to increase its value, attract buyers, and make it look more modern.

 

Conclusion

We’ve given you some tips on selecting exterior paint colors. Ultimately, the best color to paint your house is the one that appeals most to you! You’ll be living there for a while, after all. In any case, we hope this article was helpful in guiding your decision-making process—and good luck with whatever home renovation project you’re tackling next!