Should you paint before moving into a new home?

Interior painting is a great way to refresh a space, personalize your home, and keep things looking fresh. Once you’ve purchased your new home, its likely that you have started to consider the work that must be done before you can move in and kick your feet up. If you are thinking about painting your home, the best time to do it is before you move in! Here’s why.

Painting gets your new home move-in ready

While some homeowners choose to paint their homes before listing them, this is not always the case. If you have purchased a home in Vancouver that has not been painted, you might notice chipped, cracking, or fading paint. A fresh coat of paint on the walls can do away with these issues. This leaves your new home feeling clean and fresh.

If the home has been painted prior to purchase, there is a good chance you didn’t have much say in the colours. Many homes being listed are painted builder’s white or unoffensive shades of beige. If you love these colours, you are all set! But many of our clients at Even Better Painting want to add their own personality into their new homes. That’s where interior painting comes in! Getting this out of the way BEFORE moving in can help you feel at home!

Moving is tough, avoid doing it twice!

One of the biggest benefits to painting the interior of your home before you move in is that the space will be empty. It can be time consuming and challenging to remove items from the walls and drag heavy furniture around. By painting your home prior to moving in you can avoid all of this, you make the job easier and less complicated.

If you decide to hire a professional Vancouver painter, this can also help to cut down on labour costs! Painters can easily move about the home and reach all areas without having to spend time moving objects around.

Painting before you move in also protects your belongings from damage and paint splatters. While this can also be done with drop cloths and plastic coverings, this means more expenses for you.

Choose a colour palette to carry throughout the home

Choosing interior paint colours can be hard enough, but it can be even more difficult to imagine what your space might look like with half unpacked boxes and items strewn about. If you are planning on purchasing new items for your home, painting will allow you to focus on the hues and tones that you want. You can then choose complimentary decor and staple furniture pieces. Here are some tips for choosing interior painting colours for your new home:

• If you decide to use a white paint, consider all the possible white options. Some whites have cooler undertones while others look darker on the walls. White can be an excellent choice in most homes, but it is important to find one that works for your new space.

• Avoid trends. You don’t want to repaint your home each time a new trend catches your eye, so choose colours that speak to your personality and feel timeless.

• Sample colours whenever possible on your walls. Paint can often look different in the store, so it is ideal to sample your favourite colours on your walls to make sure you love them in your space.

At Even Better Painting, we work with tons of clients who are moving into their brand new homes. We love being a part of this exciting time and helping our clients achieve their vision for their space. We offer free estimates, so give us a call!