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Highlight your home’s best features and update your space with a fresh coat of paint.<\/span>\u00a0But deciding on a paint color can drive anyone mad. There are so many choices out there today \u2013 cobalt blue, coral, Navajo white \u2013 the options are endless. Using certain interior and exterior paint colors can spark interest from potential buyers, but also send them out the door if not done correctly.<\/span><\/p>\n

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[Author Note: This first step is if you’ll be selling a home, however all the tips provided in this post help you choose the best paint colors whether selling or staying.]<\/span>
\nSo, if you’re a\u00a0home seller it’s important to remove your own opinion about color. Paint is very personal, but when selling a house you need to focus first on potential buyers.<\/span>
\nResearch your real estate market to see what homes recently sold and the color schemes used in those properties. Mimic the color scheme to create one cohesive look in your home. Note that every market will have different dominant colors buyers prefer based on the area’s style and the lifestyle buyers are looking to lead. For example, a den in a trendy city loft could have black walls, while the same room in a farmhouse wouldn\u2019t be best suited with black walls, unless it was a chalkboard painted accent wall.<\/span>
\nHere are seven things to consider as you consider which paint colors are best to help you successfully sell your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lighting<\/b>. <\/span><\/h3>\n

Pay attention to the light source in the room you’re painting. Lighting can drastically affect the way a color appears. Spaces filled with sunshine rather than incandescent or fluorescent bulbs will look completely different. The same color can even appear different based on the time of day.<\/span>
\nThat’s why when specifying colors for a space, it’s important to take light \u2013 both its presence and its absence \u2013 into consideration. Just because you love a color in the store or at a friend\u2019s house does not mean it will work in yours. Test the color on your wall first to see if it\u2019s right for your home.<\/span><\/p>\n

Undertones.<\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

All colors have undertones that are implied, even if they aren\u2019t always visible to the eye. For instance, all grays have a tint to them, whether blue, green or even purple. Be careful when choosing colors to ensure that other items or colors throughout the room don\u2019t bring out something you weren\u2019t intending to.<\/span>
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Fixed furnishings.<\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

Paint colors should enhance the fixed materials in a room. Pay attention to flooring, wood finishes, countertops, wallpaper and any tile within the room. It may seem like a no-brainer, but often people don\u2019t take fixed furnishings into consideration.<\/span>
\nPaint should complement these materials rather than make them look like an eyesore. If you have built-in cabinets that are a dark red cherry wood, avoid painting the surrounding walls orange. The colors will end up competing with each other.<\/span><\/p>\n

Varying finishes.<\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

Depending on the finish of the paint<\/a><\/span>, matte verse semi-gloss paint can transform the look of a room. Be mindful of the varying sheens and when to use them. While high gloss is the most durable and the easiest to clean, it can show every imperfection on the wall. Matte finishes, on the other hand can be cheaper, but are less durable.<\/span><\/p>\n

Emotional state.<\/b> <\/span><\/h3>\n

When choosing colors, keep in mind that colors can evoke strong emotions<\/a><\/span>. That\u2019s why many home sellers stick to neutrals when putting their home on the market. <\/b>In general, neutrals are an easy, classic way to go when picking colors. But it\u2019s important to also make a lasting impression. Ask yourself these questions before adding a wall color to a room:<\/span><\/p>\n