Paint + Flooring Updates Before You Sell
Making updates to your home before selling, such as new paint and flooring, can significantly improve its appeal to potential buyers and potentially increase its resale value. A consistent aesthetic throughout the home really makes a big impact by creating a cohesive, move-in-ready feel. We put some thoughts together on trends we’re seeing this year as well as some specific color recommendations. We can’t recommend these updates enough! The combination of fresh paint, flooring and staging truly makes a huge impact and creates that must-have, emotional connection for potential buyers.
PAINT
Interior paint
An interior paint refresh can have a significant impact on the way a space is experienced. While Pantone may have selected Viva Magenta as their Color of the Year, when preparing a home for sale, a warmer, creamier neutral creates an inviting environment and has broader appeal for potential buyers. The fresh, crisp appearance of a freshly painted wall becomes the ideal canvas for incorporating carefully-curated pops of color with accessories and art.
SW 7004 Snowbound
SW 7005 Pure White
Exterior paint
We love the topic of exterior paint - it is truly representative of the home’s face value! Dreamy off-whites and dark hues are today’s mainstays when it comes to popular selections, with earthier undertones leading the charge. Stone beiges, rich greens and deep navies are rising stars amongst the pure whites and charcoals that have amassed popularity over the past few years.
SW 7008 Alabaster
SW 6235 Foggy Day
SW 6244 Naval
FLOORING
Carpet
When preparing a home to sell, replacing carpet is nearly always a great idea. It truly gives any home a fresh feel and can also help to lighten and brighten a space. We recommend going with a low-pile carpet in a neutral color – this is not the time to be bold. Something simple is the way to go in order to appeal to the most amount of buyers!
Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP)
Luxury vinyl plank flooring has gained popularity in recent years due to durability, low maintenance existence within a home, and cost-friendliness as compared to hardwoods, tile or stone. Warmer, lighter tones for wood flooring the emulate White Oak and blonder Walnuts are both in-demand and on-trend, and can help make a space appear more expansive.
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