‘Tis the season to deck your halls. The holidays are here, and with that comes the added responsibility of hosting family and friends. An area that often gets overlooked is hallways, but with the possibility of family members snooping around your home, a fresh hallway painting can make your house look that much more put together. Let’s get into the basics of revamping your halls.
Hallways are typically narrow and can be dark, which is why opting for a lighter shade of paint is likely your best course of action. Lighter colors open confined areas, giving the illusion of larger walls and ceilings.
It’s important to consider the color of surrounding walls to prevent any stark contrasts unless that’s what you’re going for. If the walls attached to your hallway are dark, choosing a color a tad lighter can prevent drawing attention while still opening up the space.
Before starting any hallway painting, it’s important to take down all pictures and wall hangings to get a sense of what fixes need to be made. Once the walls are bare, fill holes from nails and screws with spackle or putty to prep for an error-free paint job.
The last step is to tape off all edges and outlets to create clean lines. Painter’s tape doesn’t stick to dust, so be sure to clean the area before adhering the tape to the surface. This step can take time but will be well worth it in the end.
Properly painting a confined area like a hallway takes time and practice. If you’re in a rush to get things put together before your holiday get-together, give us a call, so we can get the hallway painting done for you.