Selecting the Right Color

Ever picked a paint color from a tiny swatch, rolled it on the wall and realized it was all wrong?

Swatches are hard to judge. The fix is simple and saves a lot of time and money.

Here’s an honest look, whether you’re buying or selling nearby.

Test before you commit

Buy sample sizes of the colors you’re considering. Paint a 2-by-2-foot patch on the wall, or paint sample boards you can move around the room to see them next to floors, furniture and trim.

Look at them in the morning, afternoon and evening, in natural and artificial light. You’ll know quickly whether a color needs to be lighter, darker or replaced.

Why it’s worth it

Paint is affordable. The labor to put it on, and redo it, isn’t. If you’re selling, soft neutrals help buyers picture their own things. See my home staging guide, and if you’d rather leave it to pros, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate.

A simple plan for your choosing paint colors move

I’ve been helping people buy and sell homes across the west metro for about two decades, and I build and remodel luxury homes too. I’ll help you see both what a property is and what it could be.

Getting the house ready, or making it yours

If you’re selling and want repairs handled before buyers see them, Super Crew Contractors can give you an estimate. If you’re ready for something custom, Ivy Lane Homes does luxury home building and remodeling. And a quick coverage check with Intrinsic Insurance before closing can save you a surprise. For the local picture, read my Chaska homes guide or browse neighborhoods in Chanhassen and Victoria.

Your next step in choosing paint colors

Every move is different. When you’re ready to talk about yours, I’m a call or text away.

Please note: I don’t handle rentals or property management. I work with buyers and sellers, and that’s where I can help you most in choosing paint colors.

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