We prep properties for sale regularly, and the one thing that dates a home more than anything else is the stain color and shape of the kitchen cabinets. So if you’re preparing to sell, paint is your friend. 

But how do you know if you should paint your cabinets? Answer these 3 questions to decide if it’s the best option for your listing. Take a look…

Question #1. What Condition are Your Cabinets in?

The kitchen is truly the heart of the home, and it’s the room that will speak to your buyers. Unfortunately, a dated kitchen creates a financial investment in the house that buyers may not want to make.  So anything you can do to update the kitchen gives your home an edge when putting your home on the market. 

If the cabinetry is in lousy condition, replacing them sometimes makes financial sense. But if the problem is just the aesthetics, a coat of paint may be just the ticket to improving the look of the space. White usually tops the list as the color of choice. There is something timeless about a white kitchen. They evoke cleanliness, feel fresh and give a kitchen an open feel.  

Question #2. Will Your Home Look Cohesive?

It’s also essential that you consider the flow of the home. For example, if all the cabinetry in the home is in good condition and matches the bathrooms, it can make sense to leave them alone. But if you have several decades represented in the cabinetry, we suggest painting them a cohesive paint color. 

Can you paint the kitchen and leave the bathrooms and other areas natural? In some cases, yes, but it depends if the home presents a comprehensive package and all deferred maintenance has been addressed.

Read more about how to attract buyers by elevating it to a luxury level.

Question #3: Are You Selecting the Right Shade?

What is the right white? Sadly, there isn’t a perfect white, so when you’re looking at samples, it’s essential to pay attention to the undertones in the flooring, the light coming into the space, and any adjacent color-enhancing factors.

To select the best white for your space, get actual paint samples and apply them in several locations around the room to ensure that your whites are soft and neutral.  

Wondering whether you should paint the kitchen cabinets in your home? Call us for a consultation, and we’ll make it well worth your while!

Xoxo,

Pamela