Landlords often
regard painting to be a necessary evil. They know that in order to make the
rental unit appear clean and new, painting between tenants is often required,
especially in hallways and other high-traffic areas. In order to please the
most people and keep the place bright, most landlords default to white or light
beige for paint colors. But before you pick up another quart of Eggshell
Semi-gloss, consider the possibility of branching out in paint colors just a
bit. By keeping them fairly light pastel
shades but trying different hues in different rooms, you could make your rental
property really stand out from the crowd.
When deciding which colors to try, consider these general
rules regarding colors:
- Pale blues, greens and
lavenders can have a calming effect. Consider using these colors in a
renter’s bedrooms or bathrooms.
- Green also is a great color
for a home office—it is considered the “color of concentration” and if
there’s any truth to that, a nice pale shade of green on the walls where
the computer will be might not be a bad idea.
- Warm tones, such as yellows,
oranges, and reds, are friendly and inviting. These rooms often are good
in the living room or entryway, but don’t be too bold. Consider painting
one accent wall rather than doing an entire room in red. Also be mindful that bolder shades,
especially red, have been shown to increase heart rate and blood pressure,
stimulate activity and also increase appetite!
- Neutral colors have broad appeal in rental units because they’re, well, neutral. Light beige and eggshell or cream are relaxing and inviting. Plus it’s a safe bet they’ll go with just about anyone’s furniture and décor. If you want to stay neutral but branch out just a bit, consider taupe or grey/beige.
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