We get this question all the time! Honestly, we ask it ourselves every time we prep a new listing. Our designer always gets texts from us asking about paint color because want the paint to coordinate perfectly with his awesome staging. Lately, we’ve been prepping quite a few homes, and choosing the right paint color is deceptively tricky! Lighting, trim, the style of the home, and even the furniture can completely change how a color looks once it’s on the walls.
One trend we’ve been seeing more and more is “Color Drenching” - a monochromatic and tone-on-tone look where walls, trim, and even ceilings are painted in the same or similar hue to create a seamless, elevated vibe. I’ve spotted this look on several gorgeous homes during my walks on the trails. When done right, this really helps exterior details like garage doors and hardware pop.
That said, color drenching isn’t for every space. It tends to work best in more minimalist or modern homes, or in cozy rooms where you want a more immersive feel. If your home has a more traditional feel with lots of architectural details or if you want a crisp, bold, high-contrast look, sticking with a classic wall and trim combo might work better.
Whether you’re painting the interior or exterior, always test your color in different lighting and pair it with your other design elements before committing. Trust me, the color cards can look VERY different once they are painted on the wall!
Got a paint project coming up? We’re happy to weigh in!