Why have Bland Walls When You Can Be Colorful

September 15, 2016

Color helps you sell your home to your target market. One mistake most people make is to paint everything white. White may look clean, but it will do little to make a buyer feel as if they "just can't live without the home." White walls do not create cheerful feelings, and even worse, white walls don't make most people look good. Buyers will ultimately buy the home that makes them feel happy while making them look great at the same time. And you'll be happier while living there!

In addition to paint color, consider using the tips below when displaying your collectibles and special home décor accessories.

Art of Display - Turn a tired shelf, coffee table or mantel into still-life masterpiece with styling techniques. Transform this area into the main feature of a room by choosing one of three basic treatments, each equally effective.

Symmetry Technique - Aside from the centerpiece, include two of everything and create the same set-up at either end. Display the mirror or art work in the center of a mantel or leave the middle of the surface free of decoration. Keep the look simple with a couple of potted plants or lamps or dress it up with more ornate pairs of various heights.

Offset Technique - Use the offset technique when an artwork or sculpture has center stage. Group a selection of smaller, similarly themed objects to one side. Avoid cluttering. Select pieces beautiful enough to stand alone. Choose odd numbers of objects. In a layered display, start with a neutral base then add color. Be more daring with color if the display has only a few items.

Pyramid Technique - Use an odd number of at least five to seven items. Keep the textures and tones harmonious. Soften hard lines with branches or flowers. Make the center of the display the focus by clustering objects in the middle. Add a twist by creating a theme.

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