Are you starting to notice flakes or bubbles in the paint on your walls or spots that won’t scrub off? Or is the color of your paint not matching the rest of your home anymore? It may be time to take the weekend off, invest in a few buckets of paint, and get to work. Painting can be a hassle and time-consuming project, however it is only beneficial and profiting in the end. Not sure if it’s a necessary time to invest your time in this? Here are some signs it’s time to update the paint on your walls.
Most of us have those marks or scuffs on our wall that just will not scrub off, these can catch the eye and be unpleasant, painting over these is a sure-fire way to make your home appear tidy and up-kept. These marks can be especially present in homes with families and small children and pets. Whether it’s food stains or fingerprints they’re plain down annoying. The presence of mold on your walls can also be a turn off when it comes to how your paint looks. Mold can also be a source of some sort of underlying problem within your home, such as water damage. With some further investigation into this and a fresh coat of paint, your home can give off a fresh clean feeling.
The water damage itself can be the sole reason to repaint your walls. Those brownish-yellow spots are not only unappealing to the eye, but they can be an indication of a leak somewhere in your home that can be hazardous to you and your family’s health.. If your walls are a victim of water damage, be sure to investigate where the leak is coming from and first replace the drywall before applying fresh paint. If you are uncertain about possible water damage and mold, don’t hesitate to contact a professional who can better inspect the source of these problems.
Hairline cracks in your paint can also be an indicator that it’s time to paint the walls in your home. Even small cracks in your paint can result from weather and other outside factors that your paint goes through. The application method used to paint your walls can also be a result of these cracks. As time goes on, they can get larger and start to peel and end up being a bigger job. Cleaning and sanding the surface of your walls is the best way to get rid of and prevent these cracks from happening. Overall, getting rid of the presence of them can only bring you positive results.
Paint can also begin to fade over the years and appear less vibrant and fresh. Some walls can also be more susceptible to fading, such as direct sunlight. A simple fresh coat of paint can freshen up spaces and prevent different types of damage to your walls. Be sure to take a look at the baseboards and trim as these also can fade and bring down the interior look of your home.
Sometimes you may also just need a new change and what better way to do this than to change the color of your walls. Painting can be one of the biggest and cheapest ways to change the look and vibe of your home. Adding an accent wall with a different, neutral color can also do wonders for your home. Changing the color of your walls to match the rest of your home can also add value and appeal to your home and maybe potential buyers if you are planning to place your home on the market.