3 Different Ways to use Paint to Give Your Triad House a Whole New Look!

If you are looking to give your home a fresh feel this year on a budget painting can help make a huge change from feeling like a cave to clean open spaces. With so many exciting colors that will evoke different feelings it’s important to choose a color palette that puts your triad home’s best foot forward.

You may even want to allow some neighborhood influence into your color choices. If you live in Sherwood, let a little green creep into your home to remind us we’re frolicking in Sherwood Forest! In Bermuda Run going with classic beachy colors like seafoam and shell peach mixed with an ultra modern grey has the feel of a clean Florida Beach without the danger of a hurricane. The list goes on and on with endless possibilities.

Here are three unique ways to make the most of paint.

1. Paint your furniture

While walls are the first place we typically start when talking about paint, painting furniture pieces can go a long way towards altering the feel of a room. Not only that, with neutral colored walls changing “pop” colors in decor and furniture can keep your home feeling up-to-date for years.

If your renting and aren’t allowed to paint the walls painting your furniture can give the fresh pizzaz you’re looking for. If you are painting furniture chalk paint is a growing trend that can offer a softer texture for extra understated decorating prowess.

2. Don’t be afraid to paint paneling

Many homes across the Triad were built during decades that loved wood paneling or the look of wood paneling. If your home falls into this category and you don’t appreciate the log cabin feel it may be tempting to rip it out and replace with sheetrock. Before you do, think about painting the paneling. Again, this is an opportunity to have a great color on the wall with a unique texture unlike boring flat drywall.

While many follow a belief that painting wood is a sin, trends don’t suggest that buyers agree. If you are planning on selling your home, the paint on the wall might be the redeeming stroke that is the difference of it selling or not. If you do go with painting the wood paneling, something soft and muted is a great direction to keep the texture understated.

3. Limit bold color choices to a room or two

Picking a smaller room or two for a vibrant color will help keep the inside of your home from feeling like a tub of sherbert while still keeping the fun. Great rooms for a splash of strong color are powder rooms, playrooms, or extra bath. Painting different rooms different colors will drive buyers crazy. The best bet, especially in open concept homes, is to paint all walls in the house the same color and then choose one or two rooms for the extra spark!

Remember: Finding the right paint color takes time

Whether you are painting one room or the whole house the right color and shade are very important. Taking the time to see sections of your wall with a couple samples for a day or two before taping off all the baseboards and crown molding can go a long way in finding the perfect color for your house. If you need an expert that can help make your home a showplace, give Pro Realty Group a call. We know great people we can connect you with!

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