TO TREND OR NOT TO TREND
In case you haven’t heard, last month Benjamin Moore announced its Color of the Year, setting the tone (pun intended) for our transition to a new decade with a color palette that offers “optimism with understatement.” For those who want to stay on trend, the color you want in your home is
First Light 2102-70
, a soft, blush pink.
Staying on trend is tricky, however, if you are considering selling your home in the near future. As a general – but hard and fast – rule, my advice to sellers considering upgrades is to focus on traditional décor choices to encourage wide appeal and strong marketability of your home.
So, before you rush to grab your paint roller, paintbrush and gallons of pink paint, first consider what will attract the most buyers. Too much trendy color on your walls and/or ceilings can be a stumbling block for buyers who may decide to skip a showing based on the colors seen in online photos. Pink may be the craze, but your best bet is to stay neutral on walls, ceilings and floors.
Wallpaper is another current design fad that may trip up a potential homebuyer. And, unlike painting over a bad paint job, removing wallpaper can be a real hassle. So, if you don’t think you will be living in a house for a long time, you may want to avoid wallpapering every room. If you simply cannot resist, it’s best not to overdo with bold, bright patterns or to consider a temporary paper.
One last “of the moment” trend to skip is brightly colored or mosaic tiles in kitchens and bathrooms. Yes, this may be in style and the look is certainly eye-catching, but will it withstand the test of time?
Bottom line – when considering upgrades to your home, pause to consider whether or not the choice will appeal to house hunters when your house is on the market. If you have questions or want a second opinion, I am happy to offer my advice.
