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Written by Colleen Kalil

18 September 2018

Paint that Sells the Home

Have you ever gone house hunting and were totally put off by an exterior or interior color that was off-putting, if not downright ugly? You’ve seen those houses painted bubble gum pink or candy cane red on the outside. It’s probably going to be the same house that has interior walls the color of a forest with neon baseboards for added interest.

Believe me when I tell you that the color of your home both inside and out can either draw prospective customers to your home if you are getting ready to sell or repel them. All indications are that if you are getting ready to sell your house, it has a better chance of moving on the market if you keep these things in mind.

Choose a color that blends well with your natural surroundings and the larger neighborhood. For example, if you live in Arizona, the overwhelming majority of homes are a shade of taupe on the outside with subtle trim and an arid, clean color on the inside. Conversely, homes in New England look better and are more likely to sell if they are a shade of white or gray with neutral trims. These colors give off a stately vibe that the potential buyer feels without having to say anything.

Blue is another popular choice for a home’s exterior, but this should be done with the same caution as choosing any other color palette. Again, a blue house would be out of place in many areas of the country. But, it would be just as much at home near a beach, especially with white trim and particularly if the color of blue is muted.

Occasionally, accent walls on the exterior of the home can provide a bold statement. It can make your house stand out while still blending into the overall neighborhood. For example, you might try a charcoal colored or indigo blue accent wall against a cream-colored house.

It’s a good idea to put some thought into the color you choose to paint your house long before you begin the process. Remember, color can draw buyers to you or send them fleeing in the other direction, even if the location is good and the price is right.

If you need some expert advice on painting your house, we here at University Painters pride ourselves on our long-standing professional service. Before you buy that first gallon of paint, give us a call. We would be delighted to work with you!

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Written by Colleen Kalil

16 September 2018

Mixing Brick and Exterior Color

A brick home offers a unique presentation. To the passerby, it can look stately. To the homeowner, it can feel like a combination of old-world charm and comfort. There was a time when the choice of brick exteriors extended only to what shade of red or chartreuse you liked. Today however, a brick home still offers the owner a variety of options to make their house look unique and stand out from the rest. This can involve either changing the color of the brick itself or the trim in complementing or contrasting pigments.

The easiest way to make a change is to paint the brick itself. This opens up a variety of choices for the homeowner. Some may prefer a muted or neutral color of paint while others may make more bold choices such as painting the brick white. The exterior of a brick home painted in white offers an entirely new and updated look. It can feel modern and chic. At the same time it opens up further options. The home’s trim can be a color that contrasts, thereby accenting and highlighting the white brick or it can remain a neutral, muted tone, such as a gray or brownish tint on the framing and door.

If you do choose to paint the brick white, take the time to look at the breadth of shades in that color. There are many toned-down whites that are not as stark, such as creams and even light beige. Some homeowners have even used a whitewash or translucent color that offers a more aged look. There are those who swear this route offers easier upkeep and a more classic appearance.

Whatever color you choose, take the extra step of painting a small portion of the house in that color prior to ‘taking the plunge’. This will help to ensure you can live with your decision before you come home to a totally new look you did not expect. Still another color that is a common choice for painting brick homes is a shade of gray. This can be equally as stunning, particularly when paired with white or charcoal trim.

Other colors that harmonize are yellow and cream, and green or black and gray. It’s up to you. And remember, if you want to keep your brick home its original color, painting the trim in a beautiful accent color can make it stand out just as much.

Whatever you choose, first choose University Painters. We are experienced in painting all types of exterior and interior surfaces and will treat your home like it’s our own!

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Written by Colleen Kalil

7 September 2018

Color Trends for 2018-2019

interior painting, painters, paint colors Have you ever walked into someone’s house and thought, “That color is so 1970s?” It’s easy to tell the last time a home was painted based on the color palette. While some colors are timeless, there are definite trends in color families, hue, and tone. Read on for the hottest colors for 2018 and 2019.

In House Beautiful’s May 2018 issue, the top five color trends for interiors were Sage, Gold, Ultra Violet, Crimson, and Teal. Bold colors are in, and it’s your chance to experiment. If you’ve never had anything except white walls, try something new. Select one, two, or more colors you’d like to try and paint a 2′ x 2′ area on the wall. Paint color often dries darker than it appears in the can. You’ll also want to see it at different times of the day.

Trends for 2019 are a bit more subtle, but they’re still not typical. Hazelnut, Lilac, Gray, Dark Green, and pastels are at the top of the list for color choices. The choices you make will depend on the style of your home, the room’s purpose, and your personal taste. Color psychology is a great way to guide your choice.

Colors in the red-orange family are warm and stimulate Purple your senses. While reds are associated with danger or caution, they convey power and energy. Orange is also energetic but in a lighter way than red. Yellow has a feeling of joy, brightness, and happiness. Children whose favorite color is yellow tend to be happier and more positive.

Blue and green represent nature, freshness, and growth, but also stability and safety. Most shades of green are calming colors, good choices for bedrooms or the living room. The lighter the colors in this palette, the more soothing the effect.

The color of royalty, purple has gained in popularity over the last few years. Purple represents wealth, luxury, and creativity.

White is a timeless classic and ranges from bright white to eggshell. White symbolizes purity, goodness, and cleanliness. It’s an excellent neutral if your furnishings have busy patterns or bold colors. Be careful when choosing bright whites. Depending on the light source and lighting in your home, it can appear harsh.

No matter what your color preferences are, the experts at University Painters can help you select the right color for you and apply it to perfection. Call us or go online for an appointment.

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Written by Colleen Kalil

6 April 2018

4 Color Themes To Make A Small Room Appear Larger

interior painting, painters,paint colors has the ability to make a room appear larger or smaller. The right colors can make even the smallest rooms seem bright and airy. By pairing bright hues with contrasting darker shades, you can instantly add space to your room.

White With Accents

White rooms are easy to work with because they look good with any accent color. You can pair it with dark and dramatic colors. You can paint a white accent wall without making your room look tiny.

Don’t be afraid to experiment with color. Try a black-and-white checkerboard wall. Paint coral and turquoise for that touch of beach flavor or paint an entire wall fire-engine red or cobalt blue. As long as the other three walls are bright white, your room will look large and spacious.

Sunny Cheery Colors

Yellow and orange are great additions to small rooms. The best shades to use are soft yellow, pale yellow, butter, lemon, or banana. When it comes to orange, use sherbet or pastel orange. It’s better to use these colors with dark tones if your room is narrow.

Paint your wall with vertical stripes. This will create the illusion of a longer room. Add some fun color elements with lime green and sorbet orange.

Under The Sea

This next idea is great for a children’s bedroom. Sea foam green, light blues, and soft greens are relaxing colors that enlarge your space. Plus, you can mix them with reds, corals, blues, whites, and other colors. Paint your accent wall emerald green or forest green for that pop of color.

Blue is another color that helps widen a room. It looks great with white walls and light carpeting. Keep your window treatments and trimmings white to add more space to an already small room.

Easter Egg Colors

Pastel colors aren’t reserved for spring and kids. These hues can make any space appear bigger. Use touches of lavender, lilac, soft pink, baby blue, mint green, and peach. Break up the colors by painting your walls beige, tan, or cream. Paint your door and window frames in similar neutral tones.

Add accents to your room with darker shades in the same spectrum. Some fashionable accents include rugs, blankets, and throw pillows.

That’s not all. Use plenty of natural light and mirrors to help open up the space in your room. Don’t want to do yourself? University Painters have years of expertise when it comes to interior painting. Call us today to add a fresh coat of paint to a space in your home.

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Written by Colleen Kalil

31 March 2018

Painting Your Walls With These Colors Can Brighten Up Your Mood

Are you redecorating or looking to freshen up a space in your home? Are you looking for the right paint color to boost your mood? Choosing the right color can be a challenge, especially when you want different shades in different rooms. You don’t want your home to be the same color throughout.

The bedroom, for example, should be a calming and relaxing oasis where you get away from it all. Meanwhile, the dining room should make you feel alive and social. Sometimes white and off-white doesn’t always cut it. Try out some of these colors to improve your mood.

Blue

Blue is a popular shade because it’s so calming and relaxing. It helps devoted yogis to stay centered and focused. Blue can lower your blood pressure, clear your mind, and help steady your breathing. It’s perfect to use in a room where you meditate, lounge and rest, or practice yoga often.

White

Believe it or not, white is a tried and true color. Some people are afraid to paint their walls white because it can attract dust and dirt. Painting your home white will make it look more open and inviting. While it’s not a calm or relaxing color, white can make you feel happy and clean.

Yellow

Liven up your home with bright sunny yellow. Nothing is more joyful than walking into a yellow kitchen early in the morning. Most people are drawn to yellow because it represents the sun’s rays. Use it in rooms where you entertain your family and friends such as the breakfast room, kitchen, or sun room. However, if you have severe anxiety, you may want to choose a softer hue.

Green

This color is perfect for your office as it can reduce anxiety and promote prosperity. When most people think of green, they think of emerald green or bright green. This shade comes in relaxing hues that’s gentler on your eyes and is known to be calming and soothing. For those who love the great outdoors but live in the city, they may choose to use blue-green or forest green.

Red

You can use red as an accent color or all over your walls. Some people find red too loud in large amounts. Use a softer shade in a room where you and your family frequent the most. It’s a perfect color for socializing with your friends and family, especially around the holiday season.

Need a fresh coat of paint in your home? Contact University Painters today to find out about our interior painting services. We can bring new life and help improve your mood. Call our estimators to get a quote on your next interior painting project.

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Written by Colleen Kalil

11 March 2018

Choosing The Right Interior Paint For Your Home

Choosing the right paint color isn’t always a fun process. You can make it easier when you know exactly what you’re looking for. Deciding on the right paint color takes a little research, but it’ll make your interior painting project a whole lot easier.

You’ll probably end up with a few different color shades that you want to use. Here are some tips for choosing the right paint color that will help you avoid making a costly mistake.

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Written by Colleen Kalil

16 February 2018

Painting The Workplace With These Colors Can Make Employees More Productive

Interior Painting, exterior painting, Colors can affect job productivity. It’s time for an office makeover if your office walls are painted dull gray, the cold color commonly used in cubicles and concrete.

A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Texas found that gray, white and beige offices can induce feelings of sadness and depression in women. Men, on the other hand, experience gloomy feelings in orange and purple workplaces.

The study shows that colors can profoundly impact people’s productivity. This means that offices and workplaces need to be painted and decorated with vibrant and stimulating hues to boost output and spark creativity.

What Colors Can Help Improve Productivity In Your Office?

Low-wavelength colors, such as calming blue and restful green, improve efficiency and focus. They can also lend a sense of well-being. Paint your office with green and blue if you want happier and more effective workers.

For workplaces where people do creative thinking all day, color psychologists recommend painting the office with blue and spicing it up with a bit of orange to introduce some emotion into the room.

The color red, a high-wavelength color, is a passion-inspiring hue. This active and intense color, widely used during Valentine’s Day and on fire trucks, can increase heart rate and blood flow. The red hue also stimulates physically. Use this color if you want your employees to be more productive in doing physical tasks.

Mellow yellow is often considered by color psychologists as the shade of optimism. This energetic and fresh color is believed to trigger innovation. It is best used in work environments where creative professionals, such as designers, artists and writers work.

Determining The Right Color To Paint Your Workplace

To determine the color that best suits your workplace, narrow down which main color or color combinations will work best in your situation. If you employ people who are hired to do manual labor, such as building houses, you would want something red rather than blue. If your company employs artists, you can have the workplace painted primarily in yellow to inspire creativity in your workers.

Hire a professional to do the painting job at your office. University Painters has years of experience painting offices, commercial buildings and houses. Contact us now to get a free estimate.

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Written by Colleen Kalil

4 February 2018

Avoid These Mistakes People Make When Choosing Paint Colors

It is crucial to make an educated choice when selecting paint colors for your home. You do not want to live in a home with colors that are either too boring or too overwhelming. Make sure to avoid the following mistakes people often make when choosing paint colors:

Failing To Take The Furniture And Decor Into Consideration

It isn’t a good idea to choose a paint color simply because it is your favorite hue. Consider all the elements in a room or your house when choosing a paint color. You do not want a paint color that clashes with your couch or favorite painting.

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Written by Josh Jablon

25 December 2017

Painting Your Walls With These Colors Can Help Relieve Stress

You do not have to travel far everyday to de-stress and relax. You can take a breather after a stressful day at work in the comfort of your home. Having the right home interior paint colors in your house has been proven to boost mood and help you relax, so you may want to consider the colors painted on your walls. You may want to switch to any of the following colors that can make your long and stressful day less overwhelming:

Blue

Blue is a soothing color that can calm your mind and reduce tension. It is frequently used in bedrooms because it helps people sleep. When choosing shades of blue, go for those that are soft, neutral and restful.

Violet

Violet stems from the color blue. The right kind of violet can bring inner peace and balance on your soul. Steer away from hues that have too much black in them though because these shades tend to create a cold environment.

Pink

Pink also calms and brings peace into a room. Feng Shui believers even use this color for soothing energy in a room. Pink may be considered a feminine color, which is why it is best used in girls’ rooms but the right tone can look beautiful in any room.

Green

Green is a symbol of nature. The color is also very visually soothing, which can help produce a feeling of freshness and calm. People find themselves more relaxed in places where they are surrounded by the colors of nature. You can bring this feeling inside your home by painting your rooms and walls with nature’s colors.

Gray

Gray may seem dull and boring for some people but this color can actually provide a soothing and cooling presence. It is also a neutral color so it easily works with most furnishings. It can be used in a variety of rooms including the living room, kitchen, home office and bedroom.

Getting the right colors for your home can help alleviate stress after a busy day at work. If you consider repainting your home for new colors that can help you relax, choose a painting service contractor with years of experience in the industry. University Painters has been providing painting services for houses and condominiums since 1986. Feel free to contact us for a free estimate of the painting job you have in mind.

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Written by Josh Jablon

25 December 2017

Paint With Colors That Can Increase The Value Of Your Home

It was thought that houses sell better with neutral colors such as eggshell, white and taupe. Findings of a new study, however, revealed that you may want to be a little bolder when it comes to selecting paint colors.

Bathroom

Real estate site Zillow.com analyzed more than 32,000 images of sold homes and found that those with the shades of powder blue and periwinkle, particularly in the bathroom, sold for $5,440 more on average. Homes with white or off-white bathrooms, on the other hand, sold for about $4,035 less.

Dining Room

Blue hues also appear to increase home value in other rooms. Homes with dining rooms painted in blue-gray, slate blue and navy blue paired with distressed white shiplap finishes were sold for nearly $2,000 more on average while those with red-painted dining rooms sold for $2,031 less on average.

Kitchen

Homes with blue gray and soft gray blue tones in the kitchen sold for around $1,800 more while those with yellow hues like straw yellow and marigold sold for $820 less on average.

Bedroom

Homes with blue bedrooms sold for $1,856 more on average while those with pink, which is often found in kids’ rooms, sold for $208 less on average.

Living Room

Homes with a brown living room sold for $1,809 more on average while those with blue sold for $820 less on average.

Exterior Of The House

Exterior colors also matter. Those with exterior colors of gray and brown sold for $1,526 more on average while those with brown exteriors sold for $1,970 less on average.

Painting the house or a room or two is considered one of the quickest and most cost-effective ways home sellers can make their property more sellable.

If you’re planning on selling your home, you may want to consider making some color changes in a few rooms so the property becomes more appealing to prospective buyers.

University Painters can provide you with professional painting services that can help boost the value of your home. We have been painting homes, offices and condominiums since 1990 and we can guarantee you quality services. We will be happy to assist you in giving your home a color makeover.

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