The Interior Colors that Will Sell your Home

Posted on November 12, 2019

Are you looking to sell your home and find yourself brainstorming ways to make your home into the best version of itself? It is important to keep in mind that you want to stay away from any particular styles and bold dark colors. You want the potential buyers to imagine themselves living in your home and give them the creative freedom to picture their own style in the home.

The paint color on the inside of your home can make or break your sale. It’s usually a good idea to paint your home prior to selling it for a number of reasons.

Why You Should Paint Your Home Before Selling

  1. It’s more appealing to buyers to see freshly painted walls with no imperfections from pictures or decorations, painting projects usually include minor drywall repair.
  2. If you have any rooms with unique colors that may not have broad appeal, you can eliminate the concern with a fresh coat of paint.
  3. Was there a smoker in the house? If yes, this can be a deal breaker and making an extra effort to eliminate the smell can go a long way

Popular Colors in Indianapolis

Sherwin Williams Color Forecast Picks

The Sherwin Williams color forecast offers color codes and previews of many trending colors. When considering a resale, the Wanderer colors are good options. We have seen colors in the family trending on paint interior paint projects in the Indianapolis area in 2019.

Color trends change, but there are safe bets you can make when picking colors for resale, generally neutral colors are favored for resale. Here in Indianapolis we have seen a fair amount of white and off white, grey , greige , blues, and light green for interior colors.

This interior project we recently completed in Carmel, IN is a great example of a popular color scheme with broad appeal.

Here are the colors that make homes sell the fastest!

1. When in Doubt Stay Neutral

Although the vibrant or dark wall colors may suit you and your personality, it may not be for everyone. You wanted the potential buyers to picture themselves living in the home. Neutral colors allow them to do so while bright colors may drive them away.

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2. Warm Brown Tones

Warm brown tones instantly add a cozy and welcoming feel to any home.

warm neutral paint colors


3. Blues

It’s hard to go wrong with blue. Try blues with a greyish undertone for the kitchen, bedroom, or even the bathroom. A blue room can portray a variety of different things such as depth, stability, relaxation, and freedom. These are all feelings you would want a potential buyer to get when viewing your home.

blue bedroom


4. Eggshell Paint

Consider choosing a paint with an eggshell finish. This helps blend any imperfections that may be on the walls.

eggshell painted wall


5. Cool Gray

Consider a cool tone such as gray. If you are trying to stray away from the warm neutrals a cool gray color could be the answer. It can create a casual and calm atmosphere while also making the room appear open and bright.

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