Is it worth repainting my walls platinum white? (see pictures)

Is it worth repainting my walls platinum white? (see pictures)

Reston, VA · Member since 2017 · 67 posts · 68 votes

This condo was built in the early 70s and as a result doesn't have the most amazing lighting.  Additionally the current paint color is a weird off white (see pictures).  Right now, I'm seriously considering going through and repainting the entire place a platinum white. My main concern is if it's 1. worth my time and 2. If it will really spruce up the place and 3. is platinum white a bad color with tenants when it will show dirt/damage easier.  4. The ceiling would also have to be painted, not sure if this is an issue.   I'm turning this condo into a house hack so I've been working on it night day getting it ready. I think a platinum white will make it both brighter and look bigger.  I wanted to hear BP thoughts.  Also, I've never painted anything so I have 0 idea on the cost of this type of thing.  I've been youtubing everything and it's been going well so far.  I'm not afraid of hard work, so if this will really make a difference I will absolutely do it.  

Thanks,

Alex

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Charleston, WV · Member since 2018 · 19 posts · 10 votes
7y

I would not go white. It will show wear very quickly. If you want to brighten up the place, consider replacing some light fixtures with brighter lights. LED lights a cheap now and can get really bright. 

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  • Charleston, WV · Member since 2018 · 19 posts · 10 votes
    7y

    I would not go white. It will show wear very quickly. If you want to brighten up the place, consider replacing some light fixtures with brighter lights. LED lights a cheap now and can get really bright. 

  • Reston, VA · Member since 2017 · 67 posts · 68 votes
    7y

    @Ryan Huddleston Okay thanks, great idea will do on the LED lights.  Thoughts on a different color? Or leave as is.  

  • Charleston, WV · Member since 2018 · 19 posts · 10 votes
    7y

    I think the color is fine for a rental but its up to you. something neutral is usually best. 

  • Accountant · Saint Louis, MO · Member since 2017 · 409 posts · 362 votes
    7y
    @Alexander Ball We use Valspar 4000 in Navajo White in our rentals. It has a slight tint that hides well, but is bright enough it really brightens things up. And our tenants love it.
  • Rental Property Investor · Concord, GA · Member since 2015 · 3k+ posts · 3k+ votes
    7y

    I don't think it would be worthwhile to paint it from one shade of white to another unless the paint was in poor shape anyway. In our rentals, we usually paint one bedroom a different color (eg blue) but the main part some fairly light neutral color.

  • Real Estate Investor · Williamson County, TX · Member since 2011 · 1k+ posts · 961 votes
    7y
    @Alexander Ball The wall color would be updated with a grayer beige. White is still not as desirable to tenants. Your beige has a warmer tone which complements the floors and it might ge hard to select a greige that would look nicer, maybe behr campfire ash. I don’t think it will matter with a house hack...meaning a male housemate? When renting to couples, females tend to be pickier. But it depends on price tier. All mainly want neutral and clean. Clean trumps alot. If you don’t paint yourself, it may not be worth the cost. Sometimes adding a trendy color via mantle or countertop accessories while showing helps give a fresh, current feel...micro staging.
  • Reston, VA · Member since 2017 · 67 posts · 68 votes
    7y

    Thanks for the responses everyone, super helpful

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