Tips for Painting Your Home's Basement

The vast majority of homeowners tend to ignore the basement when it comes to remodeling due to the fact that it is one of the most under-used spaces in a home. The good news is that you can transform it into a livable space by making it more lively. The proper way to make it lively is by choosing the best possible paint colors.

"While painting the basement is a great way to improve its look, lack of natural light can make it more difficult to select colors that will complement the space. If you are wondering what paint color to apply, there are strategies you can use to find the ideal basement color that will work with your décor," said a spokesperson for Edina Painting, a Minnesota-based painting company.

To brighten and lighten the feel of your basement space, cream and tan colors are a great combination. Should you consider having this combination painted in your basement, the installed artificial lighting will be improved. The combination can also make the room feel more spacious than it is.

In case the basement ceiling has not been finished due to height or other code restrictions, paint your floorboards and the support beams white. This will help brighten the ceiling while giving the illusion of a higher clearance.

Sunshine yellow will bring a cheerful feeling, while white will naturally brighten up the basement. Hang a white bead board right along the lower half of the wall and paint the surface above it with yellow paint. Your basement will certainly look bright and cheerful.

Because of their light and airy quality, these two colors are ideal for lightening up a dark basement space.

Sky blue works can brighten your basement by adding a touch of color without being too overbearing. White works great to lighten the trim, the ceiling, and the basement staircase.

"If you want a sophisticated basement, you might want to consider using a French style of décor that features a color combination," said a spokesperson for Crystal Kitchen + Bath, a home remodeling company.

Choosing the right basement color can make a big difference. Once your basement's new look is complete, you can spend more time in it your family and enjoy the comfort it provides.

Marc H. is a marketing manager and copywriter.