Painting to sell

Painting your home before you put it on the market will help the house look its best once potential buyers start dropping by. Here are some important interior painting tips to remember:

 

 

• It pays to take the time to prepare walls prior to painting. Patch nail holes, repair dents and dings, and sand all surfaces lightly.
• Wash walls with tri-sodium phosphate (TSP), which acts as a cleaning agent, stain remover and degreaser.
• Paint with neutral colors such as shades of white and light brown, which will coordinate with almost any prospective buyer’s décor.
• Use mid- to high-grade paints and high-grade brushes and rollers. This will help make the application easier and the finished job look professional.