FIRST impressions count – so it makes sense to make sure your front door looks the best it can for any visitors or potential buyers.
A colour psychologist has revealed the paint shade you pick for your home’s door can affect how much money you make when you sell it.
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The colour you paint your front door can leave the right or wrong impression on visitors or buyersCredit: Instagram/@claudinedenysrigby
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A pink door gives the impression that your home is welcoming and nurturing according to a colour psychologistCredit: Getty
Tash Bradley, home decor brand Lick’s Director of Interiors and Colour Psychologist, said: “The exterior of a house plays a huge part on how you feel and interact within your space.
“If you’re selling your home, you want the first glimpse to fill your potential buyers with joy.
“Think about how a buyer would feel when they see your front door, what emotion does it spark?
“Colours are a powerful way of delivering emotion and selecting the right colour can really make an impact, and tell a story about what’s to come inside.”
So what colour do the experts advise you choose to make the most money? Well it depends on the type of impression you are trying to leave.
Here, Tash reveals what your front door says about you…
Pale blue
- Easy going
- Family vibe
- Relaxed
- Approachable
Dark blue
- Peace
- Tranquillity
- Intelligent
Yellow
- Colour of sunshine
- Happy, warm
- Friendly, welcoming
- Perfect host
Pink
- Creative
- Outgoing
- Welcoming
- Nurturing
- Mischievous
Black
- Elegant
- Classic
- Strong sense of style
- Mystery
Green
- Feeling of safety
- Relaxed
- Wholesome home
Red
- Stand out
- Commands attention
- Passionate
Beige
Tash’s top six tips for choosing the right colour for your home’s exterior:
- Your front door colour gives an indication into the personality who lives inside. You want your front door …….
Source: https://www.the-sun.com/lifestyle/5315814/colour-psychologist-paint-door-make-more-money/