Every year we see a new colour trending as the 'Colour of the year', and that's all fine if you intend to paint your home every single year. A smart homeowner chooses a paint colour that not only looks good, but that doesn’t need to be changed every year - a paint that lasts for a couple of years.
Research has shown that when putting your home up for sale, the colours you choose can have an impact on whether you will have a quick sale or not.
According to Adrian Goslett of RE/MAX Southern Africa, colour plays a vital role in how buyers view your property. So before you rush out and buy a can of paint to get your house ready, save yourself the effort. Trends don't matter to buyers, they want to see a property at its - natural - best and not be put off by green walls and pink curtains.
Goslett states that neutrals are still the best colours to choose from your home - both inside and out, and neutrals not only look good if you're not selling but simply giving your home a new look.
Read: The best - and worst - colours to paint your house
It is important to ensure the highest value for your home. If you're not sure what colours would work best - interior or exterior, discuss this with your real estate professional. They will be in a position to advise what buyers are looking for.
1. Neutral is best
A cool or warm light grey or taupe on the walls will let you bring in this year's colours using textiles, art or accessories. And if you're putting your home on the market in the near future, you don't have to go to the cost and effort of painting walls to make your property more appealing to buyers.
2. Update on a budget
If you enjoy bringing the latest colour trends into your home, keep it to items that can be easily changed as and when required. However, it always pays to update dated fittings and fixtures to be in line with modern trends, items such as handles and knobs, taps and sanitaryware and the like, as these help to keep a home fresh and modern.
3. Exterior colour for kerb appeal
One area of the home that many tend to overlook is kerb appeal, especially as regards colour for the exterior of a home. Yes, you want your home to be in line with current trends, but not to the extent that your home sticks out like a sore thumb against neighbouring properties. Choose colours that let your house stand out in a positive way.
Article courtesy of www.home-dzine.co.za
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