White is the most recommended colour when preparing a condo for sale in Singapore’s property market.
Below are our reasonings since we have painted condos and HDBs in Singapore for several years.
Firstly, white visually expands the space, making rooms appear larger and more open. Alternative shades such as off-whites, soft neutrals, pale tones, and gentle pastels can also create a spacious impression. But we will still recommend using white as we continue on our reasonings below.
Secondly, white enhances the brightness of a room, maximising natural and artificial light reflection. Even if one particular room is shadier, white amplifies interior illumination even in dim spaces when artificial lighting is switched on.
Third, white walls offer a blank canvas, allowing potential buyers to easily repaint in their preferred colours post-purchase. Bold hues like red, yellow, and black are generally discouraged for resale units. It will be best to use a neutral colour like white when selling your condo.
Fourth, white lends a clean, tidy appearance that enhances perceived maintenance and care. Of course, you will have to do your part to pack things up, so when a potential buyer views this, it creates an impression of responsible ownership and may suggest fewer underlying maintenance or pest issues.
Lastly, repainting in white can increase your resale value, yielding a strong return on a relatively small investment. If your condo’s initial price is $2 million, and you deal at $2.1 million. An estimated $2,000 investment in painting could yield up to $100,000 in additional resale gains.
Summary: Should You Hire Professionals or DIY?
We highly recommend using white to paint your condo before selling, as it makes it easy for you, the potential buyer, and the agent in the process. Real estate transactions are major life events in Singapore, often occurring only a handful of times in one’s lifetime.
Here at PaintingGuys.sg, we offer tailored guidance to suit every client’s unique situation and objectives.
And if you are looking to get professional painters to paint your condo that’s up for sale, do consider us. We provide free on-site assessments to understand what you want and need.
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