If you’ve been wondering whether you should paint your garage and what it would take to get it done then this will help inspire some motivation to tackle this project. As a part of your home that is so frequently used, a well maintained garage can make a great impact on the appeal of your home. Whether you’re doing it for your own pleasure or in order to increase the value of your home when you’re trying to sell it. When you begin thinking about freshening up the look of your garage, doing a bit of painting work should be your first step. But as with any project, there are several things you should think about in order to make the right decisions that will make your paint job long lasting and most aesthetically pleasing. From painting the inside of your garage, freshening up your garage floors to making sure your garage door is looking its finest.
Painting Inside
The garage is an area of the home easily forgotten. However, this is an important part of your home as you will be using it on a daily basis for coming and going, storing items, using tools and possibly even building projects. As such, a fresh coat of paint on your garage’s walls and ceiling can really improve this space. When considering painting the inside of your garage there are several key things to consider. Your color choice can not only make a huge difference in improving lighting conditions but picking the right color will also hide dirt and grime. Neutral colors in a semi-gloss paint such as tan, grey and beige are the absolute best choice for hiding dirt. It is also highly recommended to use exterior paint. Even though your garage is not often exposed to the elements it is not as protected as the inside of your home. This can be very damaging to interior paint. If your garage has cabinets it is important to consider the overall aesthetic look of design and color scheme as you will have many more options for trim, door and drawer colors. Similar to a kitchen, this can really make or break the look of your space.
Matching The Exterior To The Garage Door
If you have a two-car garage, nearly 30% of your home’s front facade may be taken up by your garage door. As such, choosing the right paint and color can make all the difference to the entire look of your home. While there are many different opinions on the best style and color schemes of home exteriors, there are some basic guidelines that will help you make the best decision. You must first consider the colors of your home exterior. Take a good look at your siding, roofing and color accents such as window trim. Does the garage door color you like complement and correspond with them? Make sure you do not choose a loud primary color such as red, blue and yellow. The focal point of your home should be your front door, so pick a garage door color that won’t draw the attention away from there. In fact, it is often best to avoid making them the same color.
Painting The Floor
If you really want to make a great lasting impression make sure you don’t overlook your garage floor because painting your floor can make a huge improvement not just in looks but also functionality. A fresh coat of paint on your garage floor is a cheap but also very effective way to keep your garage, cars and the inside of your home clean. Most people don’t realize but bare or old concrete floors are a major source of dust. As the material breaks down dust particles are released every time you drive, walk or even sweep it. This dust will find its way onto your car, your home and even your clothes. As such, painting your floor will seal this dust in not only making your garage easier to clean but reducing the amount of maintenance you will need to do in general. Additionally, a freshly painted floor can have a major impact on the longevity of your floor. Choosing the right paint can result in floors that will be resistant to oil and chemical stains, water, mold and mildew.
Your garage is one of the most frequently used parts of your home. Not only does it store your vehicles and many tools, but it can be one of the first parts of your home that guests encounter. Following these basic guidelines will really help make sure this space looks, feels and functions at its best. Whether you do this to improve the value of your home or to improve your own living conditions, your investment in making your garage look great is a project well worth its cost.
Juan Farr is an avid home blogger, with the goal of helping his readers find inspiration and ideas for their next project. He writes about everything from small design projects to large renovations. His goal is to help people transform their homes into something that reflects who they are.