{"id":2086,"date":"2026-02-23T21:13:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-24T02:13:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/spokane\/?post_type=community&#038;p=2086"},"modified":"2026-02-24T00:15:20","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T05:15:20","slug":"freshen-up-your-homes-exterior-before-it-hits-the-market","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/spokane\/community\/freshen-up-your-homes-exterior-before-it-hits-the-market\/","title":{"rendered":"Freshen Up Your Home&#8217;s Exterior Before It Hits The Market"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There is a lot of prep work that goes into selling your house\u2013\u2013the paperwork, the cleaning, the packing, the relocating. It can be a time-consuming and arduous process to not only set yourself up in a new place to call home, but to make sure you find buyers quickly so your house isn\u2019t sitting on the market for too long. Fortunately, there are a few ways to make the selling process go by faster.\u00a0<b>Changing your exterior paint color is one of the most impactful changes that you can make.<\/b>\u00a0After all, some paint colors can help sell your house, while others may hinder your chances.<\/p>\n<p>The quality of your house exterior is the first impression buyers have. It can make or break people\u2019s perceptions of the property before viewing the interior.\u00a0<b>A listing with<\/b><b>\u00a0high curb appeal<\/b><b>\u00a0can be especially helpful if you\u2019re looking to put your house on the market during a slow buying season or at a time when the real-estate market isn\u2019t favoring sellers.<\/b>\u00a0 Read on for some of the best exterior paint colors to help sell your house!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Blue: To Go with the Trends<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-2266 alignnone\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Blue Colonial - Painting Siding Exterior\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-1920x1440.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-1440x1080.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-960x720.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-720x540.jpg 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-360x270.jpg 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2025\/02\/blue_colonial_northeast_home_siding_exterior_front-scaled-240x180.jpg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Blue houses with white trim have been the trend for exteriors across the United States, and we don\u2019t see this trend ending anytime soon.\u00a0<b>Blue hues are great for people who want some color, but still want to play in a neutral space for wide appeal.\u00a0<\/b>Additionally, the color can bring a lot of personality and enhance standing architectural elements while not being an overwhelming presence on your street. They are definitely at the\u00a0top of our list\u00a0for the most appealing exterior house colors.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Take a look at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW7624-slate-tile#\/7624\/?s=coordinatingColors&amp;p=PS0\">Slate Tile<\/a>\u00a0(SW 7624) or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW7664-steely-gray#\/7664\/?s=coordinatingColors&amp;p=PS0\">Steely Gray<\/a>\u00a0(SW 7664), both by Sherwin-Williams, for some cool blue hues with gray undertones. The combination together would be a great option for an exterior painting project, and would look sharp with a colorful pop of color for the door. How about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW6902-decisive-yellow#\/6902\/?s=coordinatingColors&amp;p=PS0\">Decisive Yellow\u00a0<\/a>(SW 6902)? Don\u2019t be afraid to add that fun pop to the front door. A colorful front door isn\u2019t going to make or break a sale.<\/li>\n<li>For a lighter and brighter option, check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW7603-poolhouse#\/7603\/?s=details&amp;p=PS0\">Poolhouse<\/a>\u00a0(SW 7603) or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW7603-poolhouse#\/7603\/?s=details&amp;p=PS0\">Dockside Blue<\/a>\u00a0(SW 7601). Both hues are just as their namesake states\u2013\u2013reminiscent of the shore or perfect for a cozy suburban cul-de-sac. Any blue hue you choose will go well with a white trim and pop of color of your choosing in places like the front door, window planters, or shutters.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Greige: The Neutral Tone that Works<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2.png\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2156\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2.png\" alt=\"Exterior painting in Liberty Lake, WA\" width=\"300\" height=\"217\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2.png 300w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2-768x556.png 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2-720x521.png 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2-480x347.png 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2-360x260.png 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2-240x174.png 240w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/08\/Marsh-2.png 774w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Greige is a mix of gray and beige paint colors. In fact,\u00a0greige\u00a0is taking the design world by storm. It\u2019s a popular neutral that\u2019s been popping up all over both exterior and interior color palettes, and is loved due to its versatility. It\u2019s a smart choice for a professional exterior painting project for homeowners about to list their house for sale. Greige is such a universally loved neutral. Some of our favorite greige hues include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW6073-perfect-greige%20\">Sherwin Williams Perfect Greige<\/a>: The name truly says it all: this greige mixture from Sherwin Williams creates a warm, welcoming color. The red undertones create a look that makes your house pop from the street while remaining neutral. Pairing with a trim color of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/en-us\/color\/color-family\/white-paint-colors\/sw6070-heron-plume\">Heron Plume<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/en-us\/color\/color-family\/white-paint-colors\/sw7035-aesthetic-white\">Aesthetic White<\/a>, and you\u2019ve got a house that is sure to sell fast.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.benjaminmoore.com\/en-us\/paint-colors\/color\/hc-104\/copley-gray\">Benjamin Moore\u2019s Copley Gray<\/a>: Copley Gray trimmed with an off-white<a href=\"https:\/\/www.benjaminmoore.com\/en-us\/color-overview\/find-your-color\/color\/oc-8\/elephant-tusk?color=OC-8\">\u00a0Elephant Tusk<\/a>\u00a0(OC-8) is a greige color scheme everyone seems to adore. The exterior paint colors offer subtle nuances of white that suit tranquil, serene environments as well as create color-enhancing accents for dynamic spaces. We love them together for a professional exterior painting project ahead of a sale, and we think your future buyers would agree.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Soft Yellow: Add a Touch of Joy<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-2452\" src=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters.jpg\" alt=\"yellow exterior house\" width=\"240\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters.jpg 240w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-819x1024.jpg 819w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-768x960.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-1229x1536.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-1638x2048.jpg 1638w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-1440x1800.jpg 1440w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-960x1200.jpg 960w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-720x900.jpg 720w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-480x600.jpg 480w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters-360x450.jpg 360w, https:\/\/pub-9fc1f065f07e441b8f35365c774f09ae.r2.dev\/uploads\/sites\/1431\/2024\/06\/black_front_door_white_yellow_entrance_exterior_house_home_certapro_certapropainters.jpg 1811w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 240px) 100vw, 240px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>While we love a bright, sunny yellow exterior, a super vibrant hue can be off-putting for some buyers. We suggest going more toward buttery hues that are both warm and inviting. Take a look at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.sherwin-williams.com\/homeowners\/color\/find-and-explore-colors\/paint-colors-by-family\/SW6121-whole-wheat#\/6121\/?s=coordinatingColors&amp;p=PS0\">Sherwin-Williams\u2019 Whole Wheat (SW 6121)<\/a>\u00a0for some hue cues. It\u2019s a bit gold, a bit beige, and a touch of yellow.<\/p>\n<p>A wheat hue works well for an exterior painting project because it compliments natural materials like stone and dark wood tones that may already be a part of your exterior landscape.\u00a0<b>It also pairs well with dark browns and gray-blues that you can incorporate into secondary or accent colors for your painting project.\u00a0<\/b>They all play within the neutral space that won\u2019t turn off buyers.<\/p>\n<p>The fall months aren\u2019t known to be the best for sellers. People are settling back into their school routines and may not be inclined to begin a moving process with winter right around the corner. You do have the benefit of less competition on your side if you must list during the fall, and a wheat color scheme can bring some major autumnal feelings to your buyers. Wheat hues look so beautiful with fall reds and oranges, which can help get buyers in the door during what is otherwise a slow season. Keep that lawn in order too\u2013\u2013a wheat paint color will glow next to all that green.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Spokane and North Idaho Can Help Get Your House Ready to Sell\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Let the team at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Spokane and North Idaho help get your house in shape to hit the market. Get in touch today at <a href=\"tel:1+509-838-9091\">509-838-9091<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0<a href=\"#estimate\">schedule online to get a free estimate<\/a>\u00a0for a professional exterior painting project. CertaPro Painters\u00ae can handle updates to the house you\u2019re leaving so that you can focus on what\u2019s next.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t want to commit to an exterior painting project, but still want a little something done to spruce up your exterior ahead of listing? The team at CertaPro Painters\u00ae of Spokane and North Idaho can help with services like <a href=\"https:\/\/certapro.com\/residential-painting\/services\/residential-power-washing\/\">power washing<\/a>,\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/certapro.com\/residential-painting\/services\/deck-staining\/\">staining<\/a> and more to get things looking great ahead of showings.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There is a lot of prep work that goes into selling your house\u2013\u2013the paperwork, the cleaning, the packing, the relocating. 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