Friday, May 28, 2010

Tip of the Week - Paint it Neutral!

One of the number one mistakes that home owners make when they go to sell is underestimating the power of colour. The paint colours of a condo or home can dramatically influence the way that buyers respond to a space. Even neglecting badly marked walls will cost you far more when the offers come in, than it would cost to do it yourself.

In our experience, at DesigntoSell.ca, a warm and inviting paint palette is always the best choice. It allows for buyers to imagine their own style in your space.

Bold colours like reds, blues and greens may go well with your decor, but the majority of buyers want neutral shades. Warm taupes', tans and light gray tones carefully chosen to complement existing flooring, cabinetry and counter tops will win every time! White is no longer a neutral colour.

"In print, white feels cold and stark.", Darren Brand, DTS Colour Expert.

Introducing an appropriate neutral tone complimented with tasteful staging is the way to attract buyer interest and to garner quick offers.

"Neutral colours also help a property look best in photographs online, which is where potential buyers first make the decision to look at a house or condo in person." - Long & Foster Estate Agent, Deb Gorham.

Potential buyers do not want to walk into a home and automatically think of the added money they will have to spend to re-paint your space. Neutral tones in a matte finish say, "I'm ready to be lived in!"

Here at DesignedtoSell.ca, we can help you pick the colours that will best suit your home. We can provide you with expert painting and staging services.

Contact us for a free estimate at 416-829-9298 or info@designedtosell.ca.

2 comments:

  1. Most furniture and house decors seem to go along well with walls and floors with neutral colors. If a condo unit has walls with bold colors, the owner would have a hard time choosing a set of furniture that will go along with it.

    Brendan Amorose

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