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To paint or not to paint?

Rebecca Lishman
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago

We're preparing our property for sale & looking for advice on what to do with our timber paneled hallway.

The lacquer on the paneling is in bad condition & it had always been my intention to restore the paneling. However we are now considering selling the house, and the paneling does make the entrance hall feel very dark.

Whilst it goes against my own personal beliefs as I would much rather preserve the paneling, I have a feeling that painting it a lighter colour (I am thinking a soft pale grey) will make it more appealing to the majority of potential buyers. Particularly when considering that the bathrooms & kitchens have been renovated in a modern style.

Painting the paneling will also be quicker & easier than restoring it.

What would you do in this situation? Would you find the original paneling appealing or prefer a lighter, brighter look?







Paint over the paneling
Don't paint the paneling

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