Spring is in full swing but there is still time to get those interior spring-cleaning chores completed. If you were an early bird, you will have taken care of the general cleaning and decluttering along with airing out the house from the winter shut in. Now, consider adding to your list by including some mild revamping of the interior paint, trim, and molding by getting rid of tired paint and colors.
An interesting article in Southern Living talks about some of the best interior paint colors for 2023. Those include the gorgeous Lucious Lemon by Behr. If yellow is not your tone, there are plenty of options as many of the brighter tones are tamed a bit by making them softer. For example, take a bright red and mix in purple to create a unique softer hue that draws out the darker woodwork, trimming, and molding of your home.
Solid Accent Walls
A solid accent wall remains a positive design trend and can break up the monotony of single-tone rooms. Welcoming colors include those that are warmer such as yellows, greens, reds, and others.
A solid accent wall can also be a great tool to draw out other features of the room, such as wood flooring. Another way to use a solid accent wall is to create the illusion of a larger room. In the past, many designers thought that solid white walls help small rooms look larger, but a solid accent wall can create depth and visually enhance a small room. When you choose the best color for an accent wall, you also add a touch of opulence and luxe.
Spruce up Old Paint
Spring and summer are two of the best times to repaint interior walls. The warmer, drier weather is a perfect time to paint. You can choose the same color and change the finish or opt for a new, modern color with a choice of finishes.
Start small or go big – professionally painted walls and ceilings can make your home feel brand new. Other options include fixing drywall and refinishing or adding molding.
Adding Molding or Repainting it
If your home does not have molding, now is an excellent time to add molding to walls and living spaces. Not only will it add a touch of luxe to your home, but it will also help boost the value of your home. Some homeowners prefer to paint molding, but you can also stain it so that it helps define and create an accent, much like the frame on a beautiful painting.
An article in Homes and Gardens goes into detail about how molding can add value to your home. They point out that older homes truly benefit from the addition of molding, but also, newer homes also benefit. If you are considering selling your home, adding molding can be just the type of small investment to turn lookers into buyers.
Drywall Repair
There are many reasons why a home’s drywall may be in poor condition. Those issues can be because of physical damage, cracks due to the house settling, or poor installation, such as when tape lines begin to show.
Summer is a prime time to repair or replace drywall. The added warmth and drop in moisture make for a perfect environment to drywall, paint, tape, and texture. Some drywall repairs can be a DIY project, but your home might also benefit from a professional touch. Fixing holes or dents in drywall can be a project. Replacing tape lines in ceilings is a pain but the results can be very positive. What’s hiding behind the artwork on your walls?
Window and Door Trim Painting and Repair.
The hot summer sun and cold winter temperatures can cause damage to window trim and sills. Cleaning, prepping, and repainting window trim is a job. The results can become a million-dollar view. Repainting old windows can be dangerous, especially if your house has lead-based paint. Most modern homes have newer windows, but now and then you find homes with old single-pane windows with so much paint on them that it is flaking off in chunks. A professional painter can help to safely clean up that mess and create a beautiful result.
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